Varonis

The main use case for Varonis Platform  is data security, data labeling, and data classification, as we have integrated it with Microsoft Purview , which facilitates the labeling side, and it also enhances data security.

I can give a quick, specific example of how we use Varonis Platform  for data labeling or security in our organization. We had all of our files with good permissions, but we needed to classify them into confidential, sensitive, and public categories to ensure nothing malicious was happening and that no one was sharing anything that they shouldn't be, which is very important for implementing AI in the future.

In my experience, the best features that Varonis Platform offers are data labeling, data classification, along with all the integrations and its easy-to-use platform. They have a really good setup, and their sales team and technical service are reliable; they hold monthly, weekly, and quarterly reviews, and they respond quickly to anything we need, which is not common among platforms.

Varonis Platform has a big variety of integrations, and they continuously work on new updates and integrations, such as ChatGPT Enterprise and Zoom, ensuring that they meet any new needs that customers have, maintaining a roadmap for features that they constantly bring out.

Since implementing Varonis Platform, we have noticed positive impacts in our organization. People are more careful when they go abroad, we have greater visibility, and it's very important for compliance to ensure we follow compliance rules, as we have some good reporting and the out-of-hours MDR service.

I would appreciate some improvements in reporting, specifically in PDF exports, although I think they are always working on new features.

It would be beneficial if the reporting in Varonis Platform could use PDFs instead of Excel for better graphs, as the dashboards are really good, and it would be nice to have simplified dashboards in PDF for business reporting purposes.

We have been using Varonis Platform for just over a year.

They have a really good setup, and their sales team and technical service are reliable; they hold monthly, weekly, and quarterly reviews, and they respond quickly to anything we need, which is not common among platforms.

Positive

For others looking into using Varonis Platform, my advice is that in terms of data security and everything associated with data, they are very good, and I think it's worth trialing. Their technical team excels in implementation, setup, documentation, and guiding you through the process while advising on what you need.

I wouldn't say audits are easier with Varonis Platform, but given that we're regulated by the FCA, we have rules to follow, and it's much easier now with the dashboards and everything we have integrated to ensure we always adhere to these regulations, especially regarding sensitive client data and to ensure no malicious activity or ransomware occurs, particularly because we integrated it with Microsoft Defender, which locks these devices straight away.

Varonis Platform is deployed in our organization with their dashboard in the public cloud, but we have all of their systems installed on-prem, which means it's mostly public.

We use Azure  for our public cloud deployment.

We did not purchase Varonis Platform through the Azure  marketplace, but rather through a third-party provider.

Our company has a business relationship with this vendor as a reseller; they are all resellers.

On a scale of 1-10, I rate Varonis Platform a 9.

Public Cloud

Microsoft Azure

My main use case for Varonis Platform  is for Active Directory.

We use Varonis Platform  for Active Directory to check stale users, to look at the last login machines, and any kind of UBA  information. We also use Active Directory for file shares, and we use that to look at stale files and shared files, access to certain files.

In my experience, Varonis Platform offers many features, providing great insight into data that is across the organization, how it's used, and how it's accessed. It also gives a lot of information on user behavior analytics and different Active Directory key points that need to be addressed.

The analytics feature has helped us day-to-day to be able to look at different alerts when they come in, especially if a user has deleted certain files. We have created automatic scripts in case there is a chance that it is a ransomware malicious actor, and it will automatically disable the user, log them out, and disable the actual workstation. That has helped us with different risks that we face in the industry, especially with ransomware attacks.

The analytics also helps with user behavior analytics and shows what files are being accessed by what users and how, and things along that line. Varonis Platform has definitely helped us with the different permissions within files and data that are out there throughout the organization. It has helped us see different Active Directory data throughout the organization, and it has definitely helped with user behavior analytics and incidents.

I think Varonis Platform does a great job in every aspect that we have for right now, and I believe there are some modules that are getting ready to be released that we are looking into adding to our organization. I hope those new modules will work as similarly to the rest.

A phishing email module would be great; I look forward to when that comes out.

I have been using Varonis Platform for around four years.

Varonis Platform is stable.

It has scaled throughout the organization very well.

The customer support is above par; it is what I think other organizations should look at to be comparable to. Varonis Platform support has been amazing throughout every step that we have taken with them.

I would rate the customer support a 10.

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Most of it was done manually, but we did use some of the Microsoft different tools that we had.

I did not deal with the pricing, setup costs, or licensing.

I definitely say that we have had time savings by using the DataVantage module and also time savings using the AD module when we are dealing with different incidents.

I advise others looking into using Varonis Platform to make sure they do a proof of concept, to ensure it will work in their organization and meet their needs. Additionally, be prepared that when you implement the product, you will have to tune it as you go.

I would recommend Varonis Platform to most organizations out there that are corporate and really want to help reduce risks throughout their operations.

On a scale from one to ten, I rate Varonis Platform a nine.

Public Cloud

Microsoft Azure 

What do you like best about the product?

Key Strengths of the Varonis Data Security Platform:
1. Unparalleled Visibility and Data Discovery:

Users frequently praise Varonis for its ability to provide deep insight into where sensitive data resides across complex environments, including on-premises and cloud storage. The platform excels at automatically discovering and classifying critical information, giving organizations a clear understanding of their data landscape. This visibility is the foundation for effective data security.

2. Robust Data Classification and Governance:

Varonis is highly regarded for its accurate and detailed data classification capabilities. It helps organizations identify and tag sensitive data based on content and context, which is crucial for enforcing security policies and meeting compliance requirements. This allows for more effective access controls and data governance.

What do you dislike about the product?

High Cost and Complex Pricing:
This is one of the most frequently cited concerns. The Varonis platform is considered a premium solution with a significant price tag. The licensing model, which can be based on the number of users, data stores, and modules, is often described as complex and expensive. For small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the total cost of ownership can be a major barrier.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

The Problem: Most organizations have vast amounts of unstructured data (documents, spreadsheets, presentations, emails) scattered across on-premises servers, cloud services (like Microsoft 365, Google Drive), and SaaS applications. It is incredibly difficult to know exactly where sensitive information—such as financial records, intellectual property, or customer PII (Personally Identifiable Information)—is stored, who has access to it, and who should have access.

How Varonis Solves It: Varonis automatically discovers and classifies sensitive data across your data stores. It then analyzes permissions to show you exactly who can access this data, creating a clear and centralized view of your data risk.

What do you like best about the product?

Varonis provides excellent visibility into sensitive data and user activity. I like how it helps detect unusual behavior quickly and gives clear insights for preventing potential risks. It makes data governance and compliance much easier to manage in a professional environment.

What do you dislike about the product?

The platform can feel complex at first and requires time to learn all its features. Some dashboards could be more intuitive, and reporting sometimes needs extra customization to match specific business needs.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Varonis helps protect sensitive information and monitor user behavior across different systems. It reduces the risk of data leaks, simplifies compliance, and makes it easier to detect and respond to unusual activities. This improves data security and builds more confidence in business operations.

What do you like best about the product?

What I like best about Varonis Data Security Platform is how it makes data protection proactive. It provides clear visibility into sensitive information, automates threat detection, and helps reduce risks by controlling access in a very effective way

What do you dislike about the product?

Sometimes it can feel complex at the beginning, since the platform has so many features and requires some time to fully learn.

What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?

Varonis helps protect sensitive data by detecting unusual activity, preventing unauthorized access, and reducing insider threats. This gives me peace of mind and makes data management much more efficient.