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Web Content Filtering: Global Strategic Business Report

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  • 284 Pages
  • December 2023
  • Region: Global
  • Global Industry Analysts, Inc
  • ID: 4721442

Quick Summary:

Step into the fast-paced and dynamic world of the global Web Content Filtering market. This in-depth analysis reveals key insights into a market projected to grow consistently to reach an estimated US$15.3 Billion by 2030. From On-Premise offerings to emergent growth in the Cloud segment, this report provides a comprehensive overview of current trends and future trajectories that are driving growth and innovation in the industry.

Designed specifically for business executives, this professional market research report offers a unique competitive perspective. Covering a range of geographical markets such as the U.S., China, Japan, Canada, and Germany, it comprehensively brings into focus global competitiveness and key competitor market shares. For the strategic decision-maker, this research is more than just numbers. It serves as a crucial guide in recognizing active presence and understanding market dynamics across multiple geographies. Whether you are an investor, entrepreneur or industry leader, this report delivers the insights you need to stay ahead.

Global Web Content Filtering Market to Reach $15.3 Billion by 2030

The global market for Web Content Filtering estimated at US$5.5 Billion in the year 2022, is projected to reach a revised size of US$15.3 Billion by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 13.6% over the analysis period 2022-2030. On-Premise, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record 8.7% CAGR and reach US$5.6 Billion by the end of the analysis period. Taking into account the ongoing post pandemic recovery, growth in the Cloud segment is readjusted to a revised 17.7% CAGR for the next 8-year period.

The U.S. Market is Estimated at $1.5 Billion, While China is Forecast to Grow at 18.4% CAGR

The Web Content Filtering market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.5 Billion in the year 2022. China, the world's second largest economy, is forecast to reach a projected market size of US$3.6 Billion by the year 2030 trailing a CAGR of 18.4% over the analysis period 2022 to 2030. Among the other noteworthy geographic markets are Japan and Canada, each forecast to grow at 8.3% and 11.2% respectively over the 2022-2030 period. Within Europe, Germany is forecast to grow at approximately 9.6% CAGR.

Select Competitors (Total 63 Featured) -

  • Alps System Integration Co., Ltd.
  • Barracuda Networks, Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • ContentKeeper Technologies Pty. Ltd.
  • Digital Arts Inc.
  • Forcepoint LLC
  • Fortinet, Inc.
  • Kaspersky Lab
  • McAfee, LLC
  • Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
  • Sangfor Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Sophos Ltd.
  • Symantec Corporation
  • Zscaler, Inc.

What's New?

  • Special coverage on Russia-Ukraine war; global inflation; easing of zero-Covid policy in China and its `bumpy` reopening; supply chain disruptions, global trade tensions; and risk of recession.
  • Global competitiveness and key competitor percentage market shares
  • Market presence across multiple geographies - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial
  • Online interactive peer-to-peer collaborative bespoke updates
  • Access to digital archives and Research Platform
  • Complimentary updates for one year

Frequently Asked Questions about the Global Market for Web Content Filtering

What is the estimated value of the Global Market for Web Content Filtering?

The Global Market for Web Content Filtering was estimated to be valued at $4.3 Billion in 2020.

What is the growth rate of the Global Market for Web Content Filtering?

The growth rate of the Global Market for Web Content Filtering is 13.0%, with an estimated value of $10.1 Billion by 2027.

What is the forecasted size of the Global Market for Web Content Filtering?

The Global Market for Web Content Filtering is estimated to be worth $10.1 Billion by 2027.

Who are the key companies in the Global Market for Web Content Filtering?

Key companies in the Global Market for Web Content Filtering include Alps System Integration Co., Ltd., Barracuda Networks, Inc., Cisco Systems, Inc., ContentKeeper Technologies Pty. Ltd., Digital Arts Inc., Forcepoint LLC, Fortinet, Inc., Kaspersky Lab, McAfee, LLC and Palo Alto Networks, Inc..

Table of Contents

I. METHODOLOGYII. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. MARKET OVERVIEW
  • Influencer Market Insights
  • World Market Trajectories
  • The Internet Connected World and its Share of Challenges
  • Recent Market Activity
  • Cyber Security Tools Gain Prominence Amid Growing Online Security Issues
  • Web Content Filtering - A Growing Segment in Cyber Security Market
  • Market Outlook
  • Web Filtering Solutions Find Steady Growth Prospects Amid Surging Cyberattacks
  • Developed Markets Lead while Developing Regions to Lend Traction
  • Corporate Information Assets - Vulnerable as Ever
  • Ranking as per Frequency of Data Breaches by Industry
  • Increasing Web 2.0 & E-Mail Threats Boost Demand for Content Filtering Products
  • Industry Moves to New Approaches in Web-traffic Filtering and Categorization
  • Content Filtering Functionality Sees Paradigm Shift
  • Static Website Blacklists No Longer Solve the Purpose
  • Upgradeability Capabilities Come to the Fore with Growing Bandwidth Usage
  • Web & Spam Filtering Solutions to Prevent Ransomware Attacks
  • Integration of Multiple Functions in Content Filtering Solutions - The Present Trend, Advantages and Issues
  • Content Filtering an Integral Part of Unified Threat Management (UTM)
  • XTMs Emerge as More Potential Tool
  • Disaggregation of Filtering Administration Gains Importance
  • Email Filtering - Largely Focused on Incoming Emails
  • Messaging Security - A Growing Secure Content Management Solution
  • Increasing IMing Drives Need for IM Filtering
  • VoIP Filtering Gains Popularity
  • Inherent Inefficiencies in On-Premise Implementations Drives Demand for Cloud Solutions
  • Key Disadvantages of On-site Security Implementations
  • Web Content Filtering - Concerns and Challenges
  • Risks of Latency - A Major Challenge Ahead
  • Web Content Filtering - Global Key Competitors Percentage Market Share in 2022 (E)
  • Impact of Covid-19 and a Looming Global Recession
  • Competitive Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial for Players Worldwide in 2022 (E)
2. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS
  • Alps System Integration Co., Ltd. (Japan)
  • Barracuda Networks, Inc. (USA)
  • Cisco Systems, Inc. (USA)
  • ContentKeeper Technologies Pty. Ltd. (Australia)
  • Digital Arts Inc. (Japan)
  • Forcepoint LLC (USA)
  • Fortinet, Inc. (USA)
  • Kaspersky Lab (Russia)
  • McAfee, LLC (USA)
  • Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (USA)
  • Sangfor Technologies Co., Ltd. (China)
  • Sophos Ltd. (UK)
  • Symantec Corporation (USA)
  • TitanHQ (Ireland)
  • Trend Micro Incorporated (Japan)
  • Zscaler, Inc. (USA)
3. MARKET TRENDS & DRIVERS
  • Expanding Internet User Base Generates Significant Market Opportunities
  • Rise in Magnitude of Cyber Crime to Drive Adoption of Web Content Filtering
  • Increasing Prevalence of Malware to Drive Robust Demand for Web Filtering
  • Trojan: Fastest Growing Data-Stealing Malware
  • APTs Emerge as a New Sophisticated Threat - Create Business Case for Web Content Filtering
  • Hactivism on the Prowl - Creates Need for Efficient Cyber Security Solutions
  • Conflicting Web Needs Drive Need for Flexible Solutions
  • Individual Filtering Solutions See Changes in Functionality in Response to Evolving Needs
  • Complimentary Endpoint Web Filtering Technique Gains Favor
  • Endpoint Web Filtering Extends Infection Risk Control Beyond Organizational Networks
  • Growing Use of Advanced Digital Platforms Make Enterprises Highly Vulnerable to Security Threats
  • Growing BYOD Phenomenon Drives Adoption of Web Content Filtering Solutions
  • Growth in Adoption of Mobile End-Points in Enterprises Make Enterprise Endpoint Security a Major Necessity
  • Security Solutions Focusing on Smartphone Security Gains Rapid Adoption
  • Industry Still Underprepared to Tackle Mobile Security Concerns
  • Threat from Social Networking Sites Drives Demand for Information Security Solutions
  • Avoiding Unnecessary Costs - Key Rationale for Adoption of IT Security Solutions
  • Small and Mid-Sized Businesses - A Lucrative Market Segment
  • Regulatory Compliance Requirements Continue to Drive Demand for Web Filtering Solutions
4. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
  • Table 1: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Web Content Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 2: World Historic Review for Web Content Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 3: World 16-Year Perspective for Web Content Filtering by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 4: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for On-Premise by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 5: World Historic Review for On-Premise by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 6: World 16-Year Perspective for On-Premise by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 7: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Cloud by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 8: World Historic Review for Cloud by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 9: World 16-Year Perspective for Cloud by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 10: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for DNS Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 11: World Historic Review for DNS Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 12: World 16-Year Perspective for DNS Filtering by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for URL Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 14: World Historic Review for URL Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 15: World 16-Year Perspective for URL Filtering by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 16: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Keyword Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 17: World Historic Review for Keyword Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 18: World 16-Year Perspective for Keyword Filtering by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 19: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for File Type Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 20: World Historic Review for File Type Filtering by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 21: World 16-Year Perspective for File Type Filtering by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 22: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Filtering Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 23: World Historic Review for Other Filtering Types by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 24: World 16-Year Perspective for Other Filtering Types by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 25: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Business Entities by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 26: World Historic Review for Business Entities by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 27: World 16-Year Perspective for Business Entities by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 28: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Government Agencies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 29: World Historic Review for Government Agencies by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 30: World 16-Year Perspective for Government Agencies by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 31: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Schools & Institutions by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 32: World Historic Review for Schools & Institutions by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 33: World 16-Year Perspective for Schools & Institutions by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 34: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Other Verticals by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2022 through 2030 and % CAGR
  • Table 35: World Historic Review for Other Verticals by Geographic Region - USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa Markets - Independent Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2021 and % CAGR
  • Table 36: World 16-Year Perspective for Other Verticals by Geographic Region - Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for USA, Canada, Japan, China, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Middle East and Africa for Years 2014, 2023 & 2030
  • Table 37: World Web Content Filtering Market Analysis of Annual Sales in US$ Million for Years 2014 through 2030
III. MARKET ANALYSIS
UNITED STATES
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United States for 2023 (E)
CANADA
JAPAN
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Japan for 2023 (E)
CHINA
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in China for 2023 (E)
EUROPE
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Europe for 2023 (E)
FRANCE
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in France for 2023 (E)
GERMANY
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Germany for 2023 (E)
ITALY
UNITED KINGDOM
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in the United Kingdom for 2023 (E)
SPAINRUSSIAREST OF EUROPE
ASIA-PACIFIC
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Asia-Pacific for 2023 (E)
AUSTRALIA
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Australia for 2023 (E)
INDIA
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in India for 2023 (E)
SOUTH KOREAREST OF ASIA-PACIFIC
LATIN AMERICA
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Latin America for 2023 (E)
ARGENTINABRAZILMEXICOREST OF LATIN AMERICA
MIDDLE EAST
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Middle East for 2023 (E)
IRANISRAELSAUDI ARABIAUNITED ARAB EMIRATESREST OF MIDDLE EAST
AFRICA
  • Web Content Filtering Market Presence - Strong/Active/Niche/Trivial - Key Competitors in Africa for 2023 (E)
IV. COMPETITION

Companies Mentioned

A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes:

  • Alps System Integration Co., Ltd.
  • Barracuda Networks, Inc.
  • Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • ContentKeeper Technologies Pty. Ltd.
  • Digital Arts Inc.
  • Forcepoint LLC
  • Fortinet, Inc.
  • Kaspersky Lab
  • McAfee, LLC
  • Palo Alto Networks, Inc.
  • Sangfor Technologies Co., Ltd.
  • Sophos Ltd.
  • Symantec Corporation
  • Zscaler, Inc.