VarnishCDN

Varnish CDN is a European-hosted content delivery network designed for organisations with high requirements for data control, security and performance. For organisations looking to reduce their dependency on global CDN providers, Varnish CDN offers a European alternative with control over data and jurisdiction. By combining Varnish CDN technology with the Elastx Cloud Platform, we provide fast and reliable content delivery without exposing data to jurisdictions outside Europe.

The service uses a distributed edge caching architecture to serve both static and dynamic content closer to end users. This reduces latency, improves load times, and offloads origin infrastructure. The result is a faster and more resilient user experience, even during traffic spikes or peak demand. The solution is well suited for e-commerce, media platforms, and business-critical applications where performance directly impacts revenue and user trust.

Built for sovereignty and security

Unlike global CDN providers, Varnish CDN is operated entirely within Sweden and the European Union. No data leaves European jurisdiction, and no reliance on non-European legal frameworks is required. This simplifies compliance with GDPR and supports organizations working under NIS2 and other regulatory frameworks.

Security is an integral part of the service. Built-in DDoS protection and secure TLS termination help protect applications at the edge, while Always-On functionality ensures that content remains available even if the origin server is affected. For additional protection, the service can be complemented with a WAF (Web Application Firewall).

Infrastructure is hosted in Swedish data centers and operated by Elastx, providing full control over where and how services are delivered.

A European alternative to global CDN services

Choosing a CDN is not only about performance and availability. The provider's ownership, jurisdiction and handling of data are also part of your digital infrastructure.

For organisations using global CDN services that want to reduce their dependency on providers subject to non-European jurisdictions, Varnish CDN via Elastx offers a European alternative. The service combines CDN and built-in DDoS protection with European control over data and operations, with the option to add WAF for additional application security.

Can Varnish CDN replace Cloudflare?

For organisations looking for a European alternative to Cloudflare, Varnish CDN can be an option depending on requirements for functionality, geographic coverage, security and architecture. Elastx can help assess your requirements and plan a potential migration.

Scalability with local expertise

Varnish CDN scales with your needs, from individual services to complex, distributed applications. At the same time, you work directly with a Swedish team that understands the regulatory and operational realities of sectors such as public services, healthcare and finance.

Instead of navigating global support layers, you get direct access to specialists who can support architecture, optimization, and ongoing operations. This enables faster decisions, better alignment, and a more predictable path forward for your digital infrastructure.

Use cases

• Public sector services requiring strict data control
• Healthcare platforms handling sensitive personal data
• Financial services with regulatory and uptime requirements
• Media and e-commerce platforms with high traffic variability

For full details on how personal data is handled, please refer to the Varnish CDN Privacy Policy.