Azure Front Door

Introduction

Azure Front Door is a scalable and secure entry point for fast delivery of your global applications. It offers various features such as load balancing, SSL termination, and web application firewall (WAF) capabilities.

Key Points

Global HTTP load balancing with instant failover.
Automatic SSL certificate management.
Web Application Firewall (WAF) capabilities for enhanced security.
Application acceleration using caching and content delivery network (CDN) features.
Custom domains and path-based routing.

Setup Steps

Follow these steps to set up Azure Front Door:


        graph TD;
            A[Start] --> B[Create Azure Front Door instance];
            B --> C[Configure front-end domains];
            C --> D[Set up backend pools];
            D --> E[Define routing rules];
            E --> F[Configure WAF (optional)];
            F --> G[Review and create];
            G --> H[Deployment complete];

Create an Azure account if you don't have one.
Navigate to the Azure portal and select "Create a resource".
Search for "Front Door" and click "Create".
Fill in the required configurations, including the name, resource group, and pricing tier.
Configure front-end domains and backend pools.
Define routing rules and any additional settings.
Review your settings and click "Create" to deploy.

Best Practices

Ensure to optimize your backend services for performance.

Use HTTPS for all traffic to ensure security.
Implement caching strategies to reduce latency.
Set up health probes to monitor the status of your backend services.
Regularly review and update routing rules based on traffic patterns.
Utilize WAF to protect against common vulnerabilities.

FAQ

What is Azure Front Door?

Azure Front Door is a service that provides a scalable and secure entry point for your applications, optimizing for performance and security.

Can I use my custom domain with Azure Front Door?

Yes, you can configure custom domains with Azure Front Door, enabling your applications to use your own branding.

Is Azure Front Door free to use?

Azure Front Door is not free; it operates on a pay-as-you-go pricing model based on usage.