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Fastly Agent

Overview

BotManager Fastly Agent is an edge-based bot detection and blocking solution that operates on the Fastly Compute platform.

Key Features:

FeatureDescription
Real-time DetectionReal-time bot/macro detection and blocking
Session ManagementSession-based user management
Security PageProvides captcha/challenge pages
Flexible ConfigurationConfiguration-based bypass logic
Advantages of Edge-Based Detection

Performs detection at CDN level without modifying Origin server, providing effective security while reducing server load.

What is Fastly Compute?

Fastly Compute is a serverless edge computing platform based on WebAssembly (WASM).

Features:

  • Runs at edge locations worldwide
  • Ultra-fast response time (sub-millisecond)
  • Auto-scaling
  • Developer-friendly environment

For more information about Fastly Compute, refer to Fastly Official Documentation.

How It Works

BotManager Fastly Agent works in the following flow:

  1. Compute@Edge Execution: Compute function intercepts requests at Fastly edge.
  2. Detection Request: Compute function sends requests to BotManager detection server.
  3. Response Processing: Redirects or forwards normal requests to Origin server based on detection results.
Origin Server Protection

Fastly Agent filters requests before they reach the Origin server, significantly reducing Origin server load.

Installation Methods

BotManager Fastly Agent is installed through Fastly Compute@Edge.

For detailed installation instructions, refer to Installation and Initialization.