A Secure Web Gateway (SWG) is a security solution designed to regulate and monitor all outgoing and incoming network traffic to and from the internet, ensuring data security and compliance. SWGs protect organisations from online threats such as malware and cyber attacks by implementing policies that filter unwanted software and malicious websites. Additionally, they often include functionalities like URL filtering, malware detection, data loss prevention, and application controls to bolster web security. SWGs can be deployed as on-premises appliances, cloud services, or hybrid solutions.