Google Cloud CDN (with Media CDN)
Accelerate content delivery for your websites and applications.
Overview
While Google Cloud CDN itself is primarily for caching, it enables edge compute through integrations. Specifically, Media CDN (an extension of Cloud CDN) allows developers to attach custom logic via 'Edge Functions' or route requests to Cloud Functions. This lets you run code at Google's edge to manipulate headers, customize routing, and implement security logic.
✨ Key Features
- Runs on Google's global edge network
- Integration with Google Cloud services
- Edge logic via routing to Cloud Functions or custom code
- Support for modern protocols like HTTP/3 and QUIC
- Fine-grained cache control
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Leverages Google's premium global network
- Deep integration with the broader Google Cloud Platform
- Optimized for large-scale media delivery
Unique Value: Extend the power of Google Cloud Functions to the edge, leveraging Google's high-performance network to deliver customized, low-latency experiences.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Adding CORS headers to responses from Cloud Storage
- Implementing cookie-based access control
- Redirecting users based on their device type
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Developers not using the Google Cloud ecosystem
- Users looking for a simple, all-in-one edge functions platform
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more native and seamless experience for existing Google Cloud users compared to third-party solutions. Its network is often considered one of the highest quality.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium, Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Part of the Google Cloud Free Tier, which includes some data egress.
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