Ultimate WAF checklist

Finding the right Web Application and API Protection (WAAP) vendor can be an overwhelming journey through complex security jargon and a constantly shifting threat landscape. This comprehensive evaluation checklist from Akamai serves as a practical roadmap to simplify your search.

The checklist breaks down critical security requirements ranging from DDoS and bot mitigation to emerging threat defense while balancing operational efficiency and DevSecOps integration. Beyond technical specs, it provides a framework to assess vendor reliability, global scalability, and quality of support.

Whether you’re managing hybrid cloud environments or protecting sensitive APIs, this checklist helps ensure your chosen solution meets both your immediate security needs and your broader business outcomes.