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Lightweight service mesh
Linkerd is service mesh software offering a lightweight, security-first service mesh for Kubernetes (Buoyant). Founded in 2016 and based in San Francisco, California, USA, Linkerd helps Kubernetes platform teams work more efficiently and achieve better outcomes.
Linkerd is built for Kubernetes platform teams. It suits teams that want automatic mTLS without spreadsheets and disconnected tools.
Compared with alternatives like Istio, Linkerd differentiates on automatic mTLS. Pricing is quote-based and scoped to your usage and team size.
Pricing Model
Quote-based
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Core Linkerd for growing teams. Contact for a quote.
Advanced Linkerd for larger organizations. Contact for a quote.
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Compliance Standards
SOC 2 Type II
EnterpriseISO 27001
EnterpriseGDPR Compliant
GlobalHIPAA
HealthcarePCI DSS
FinanceCCPA
PrivacyFedRAMP
GovernmentCSA STAR
CloudDeployment & Data
Data Residency Options
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