Fortinet FortiClient.
Protect Every Endpoint. Connect with Confidence.
FortiClient is Fortinet's unified endpoint security agent, delivering integrated VPN connectivity, Zero
Trust Network Access, advanced threat protection, and centralized management from a single lightweight
client. Whether your team works in the office, at home, or on the road, FortiClient keeps endpoints
protected and your network access controlled.
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Specifications
FortiClient at a Glance
Endpoint Protection
FortiClient's EPP/APT edition includes real-time antivirus, web content filtering, application
firewall, and ransomware protection. Automated vulnerability scanning identifies unpatched software
before attackers can exploit it, and inline sandboxing through FortiSandbox catches unknown threats
before they reach the endpoint.
VPN and ZTNA
Connect remote users securely with SSL VPN or IPSec VPN tunnels that terminate on any FortiGate. The
ZTNA edition enforces per-application access policies, verifying device posture before granting access,
so compromised endpoints never reach critical resources.
EMS Management
FortiClient EMS (Endpoint Management Server) gives IT teams central visibility and policy control
across every enrolled device. Deploy configurations, push updates, set compliance tags, and generate
audit-ready reports from one console, available as a cloud service or installed on your own server.
Platform Coverage
A single FortiClient license covers Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and Chromebook devices. One
management console handles all platforms, so your security team is not juggling separate tools for each
operating system.
Not Sure Which Edition Fits?
FortiClient comes in three editions, from free VPN-only access up to full endpoint protection with ZTNA.
Our certified team can walk you through the differences and help you right-size licenses for your
environment.
FortiClient EMS (Endpoint Management Server) is the central management platform for
FortiClient deployments. You need EMS if you want to push policies, enforce compliance posture, manage
ZTNA rules, or run reports across your endpoints. The free VPN-only client does not require EMS, but
any deployment using the ZTNA or EPP/APT editions benefits significantly from it. EMS is available as
a Fortinet-hosted cloud service or as software you install on your own server.
The free VPN-only edition provides SSL VPN and IPSec VPN connectivity with no
endpoint security features. The ZTNA edition adds Zero Trust Network Access with per-application
access control and device posture checks. The EPP/APT edition includes everything in ZTNA plus
real-time antivirus, web filtering, application firewall, vulnerability scanning, and sandboxing
integration. Paid editions require FortiClient EMS for full policy management.
FortiClient VPN tunnels are designed to terminate on FortiGate firewalls, which is
required for the full feature set. The ZTNA and EPP/APT endpoint protection features work
independently of the firewall vendor, but you get the deepest integration, Security Fabric telemetry,
and auto-remediation workflows when paired with FortiGate and FortiAnalyzer.
FortiClient EMS licenses are sold per-endpoint and scale from small offices to
enterprise deployments with thousands of managed devices. Fortinet offers perpetual licenses with
annual support renewals, as well as subscription-based licensing. Firewalls.com can help you size and
source the right license count for your organization, including multi-year pricing.
Yes. Fortinet offers FortiClient Cloud, a fully hosted version of EMS managed by
Fortinet. It eliminates the need to maintain your own EMS server, handles software updates
automatically, and can be up and running the same day. It is available as a standalone subscription or
as part of a Fortinet SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) bundle.
Ready to Secure Your Endpoints?
Our certified Fortinet specialists can help you choose the right FortiClient edition, size your EMS
license, and handle configuration so your team is protected from day one. Get a quote today or call to
talk through your environment.
