Akamai EdgeWorkers
Create customized online experiences without compromising performance.
Overview
Akamai EdgeWorkers allows developers to deploy and run JavaScript code on the Akamai Intelligent Edge Platform, which is one of the world's largest distributed computing platforms. This enables customization of web content delivery, manipulation of HTTP requests and responses, and the creation of dynamic experiences closer to the end-user, reducing latency and origin load.
✨ Key Features
- JavaScript execution at the edge
- Runs on the extensive Akamai network
- Modify HTTP(S) requests and responses
- Access to request headers and properties
- EdgeKV for key-value data storage at the edge
- Code bundler and sandbox for local testing
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Leverages Akamai's massive, highly distributed global network
- Strong focus on enterprise security and reliability
- Deep integration with Akamai's suite of security and delivery products
Unique Value: Empowers enterprises to create and deploy custom logic across Akamai's unparalleled global edge network for enhanced performance, security, and user experiences.
🎯 Use Cases (6)
✅ Best For
- Managing traffic for special events
- Customizing ad delivery based on user data
- Implementing security headers
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Heavy, long-running computations
- General-purpose backend services
- Applications requiring a relational database
🏆 Alternatives
While other platforms may focus more on developer self-service, Akamai provides a robust, enterprise-focused solution with deep integration into its security and delivery ecosystem.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by contract tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 90-day free trial
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