Graylog
Centralized Log Management for Security and IT.
Overview
Graylog is a leading centralized log management solution built to open standards for capturing, storing, and enabling real-time analysis of terabytes of machine data. It provides a flexible and scalable platform for security, IT operations, and DevOps, with both open-source and commercial enterprise offerings.
✨ Key Features
- Log Collection and Parsing
- Search and Analysis
- Dashboards and Visualizations
- Alerting and Reporting
- Content Packs (pre-built configurations)
- Archiving
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Open-source
- Ease of use
- Powerful search and query language
Unique Value: Provides a free and open-source centralized log management platform with a powerful feature set.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Cost-effective log management for mid-sized companies
- Security event analysis
- Operational monitoring of IT infrastructure
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Teams wanting a fully managed SaaS-only solution
- Organizations looking for integrated APM and metrics out-of-the-box
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more user-friendly and cost-effective solution compared to other log management platforms.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Open source version is free and self-hosted.
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