Content Delivery Network

Fast, reliable content delivery network with global reach.

Overview

A content delivery network (CDN) is a distributed network of servers that can efficiently deliver web content to users. CDNs store cached content on edge servers that are close to end users to minimize latency.

Key Resources

Homepage: https://docs.microsoft.com/azure/frontdoor/
Pricing: https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/details/cdn/
SLA: https://azure.microsoft.com/support/legal/sla/cdn/
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News

Date News
3/3/2026
AI agents are becoming increasingly capable, but they often do not have the context they need to do real work reliably. Your agent can reason well, but it does not actually know how to do the...
2/3/2026
Application Gateway Web Application Firewall (WAF) v2 now supports additional rate‑limiting GroupBy options based on the X‑Forwarded‑For (XFF) HTTP header. This enables customers running...
2/2/2026
As part of our ongoing commitment to security, Azure Front Door (Standard, Premium, Classic) and Azure CDN from Microsoft (Classic) services will no longer support weak cipher suites...
1/26/2026
From "Built" to "Deployed" in Minutes You've just finished building something great: A marketing landing page for your startup A portfolio site showcasing your work A documentation site for your...
1/26/2026
Two-factor authentication (2FA) has become a cornerstone of modern digital security, serving as a crucial defense against unauthorized access and account compromises. While many organizations...
11/18/2025
As modern apps shift more logic to the browser, Azure App Configuration now brings dynamic configuration directly to client-side applications. Through its integration with Azure Front Door,...
9/5/2025
Azure CDN will be retired on December 1, 2025 in China. We recognize that this change may affect your operations, and we are committed to supporting you throughout the transition. Required...
9/2/2025
Azure CDN which is currently provided in Microsoft Azure operated by 21Vianet (“Azure China”) will be retired on December 1, 2025. This change affects all customers currently using Azure CDN in...
7/15/2025
Starting August 15, 2025, Azure Front Door (classic) and Azure CDN from Microsoft Classic SKUs will no longer support new domain onboarding or profile creation. Additionally, DigiCert is...
5/16/2025
We’re excited to announce that Content Delivery Network and Web Application Firewall features are now available in the US Government Cloud for Power Pages. Content Delivery Network (CDN) CDN for...
5/14/2025
Choosing the right hosting plan for your WordPress site on Azure App Service can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you're just exploring WordPress or launching a high-traffic...
4/29/2025
FSI customers such as insurance companies and banks rely on their vast amounts of data to provide sometimes hundreds of individual products to their customers. From assessing product suitability,...
4/29/2025
The WordPress on App Service create flow offers a streamlined process to set up your site along with all the necessary Azure resources. Let's learn more about add-ins that can enhance your...
4/9/2025
How do I enable a custom domain for my Strapi website? Custom domains can be set up with these resources: Using custom domains on Azure App Service Configuring custom domains with Azure Front...
4/3/2025
Introduction We have announced the retirement of Edgio CDN for Azure DevOps and are transitioning to a solution served by Akamai and Azure Front Door CDNs. This change affects Azure DevOps...
3/12/2025
Introduction We've received numerous queries about WordPress on App Service, and we love it! Your feedback helps us improve our offerings. A common theme is the challenges faced with non-managed...