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Falco is an open-source CNCF project with free documentation and downloads; no public SaaS pricing page was found.
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- Falco is an open-source CNCF project with free documentation and downloads; no public SaaS pricing page was found.
Falco
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Falco is an open-source runtime security engine for cloud native Linux workloads. It detects unexpected application behavior using syscall rules and integrates with Kubernetes and the CNCF ecosystem for threat detection and compliance use cases.
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- Falco is an open-source CNCF project with free documentation and downloads; no public SaaS pricing page was found.
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Is Falco right for you?
A good fit for
Platform and security teams monitoring containers and hosts who need runtime threat detection.
Before you choose
Enterprise support and commercial offerings are marketed separately; operators manage deployment and rule tuning.
Detect threats at runtime
Falco focuses on syscall-driven detection for cloud native environments with open documentation and enterprise offerings linked from the main site.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runtime security | Homepage navigation describes Falco for runtime security, threat detection, and compliance use cases. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Community project | Footer credits Falco as a CNCF project created by Sysdig with public docs and community resources. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
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Falco pricing & plans
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What is Falco used for?
Falco is an open-source runtime security engine for cloud native Linux workloads. It detects unexpected application behavior using syscall rules and integrates with Kubernetes and the CNCF ecosystem for threat detection and compliance use cases.
Does Falco have a free plan?
Falco is an open-source CNCF project with free documentation and downloads; no public SaaS pricing page was found.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Falco cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Falco through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
Enterprise support and commercial offerings are marketed separately; operators manage deployment and rule tuning.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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