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Let users open internal resources faster with instant web access

Enable employees to instantly reach internal websites and web tools in the browser, without any extra steps like manually connecting to a gateway. 

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NordLayer Browser dashboard showing team-based web access policies and website routing controls

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What is instant web access?

Instant web access is a feature that allows admins to preconfigure access to internal resources through a private gateway with a fixed IP address.

This means employees, contractors, and BYOD users can open internal websites and web tools directly in the browser, with no extra setup or sign-in steps on their side.

The NordLayer Browser handles the secure connection in the background and routes each request through the access path you’ve defined, so internal tools load instantly for users while you retain full access control.

use cases

Here’s how instant web access streamlines your workflows

Devices

Extend secure access to BYOD devices

Personal laptops often sit outside standard device management. Instant web access enforces routing in the browser, so users can securely access approved internal web tools from any device.

Make remote access both safe and easy

Remote employees often waste time switching between gateways to access resources. Here, traffic is automatically routed through the correct gateway, so internal tools open directly in the browser.

Give third parties access only to specific tools

Contractors, agencies, and auditors often need access to your internal apps. Assign them a gateway that only routes traffic to approved sites and keep the rest of your network inaccessible.

Virtual private gateways

Segment access by team or role

Different teams need access to different internal tools. With instant web access, you can assign teams to specific private gateways, so users can only reach internal sites approved for their role.

Let users access web tools fast with NordLayer Browser

benefits

Why choose NordLayer Browser to secure your business?

Dedicated IP

Get built-in protection

Protect sensitive data shared in the browser without installing add-ons, agents, or extra software.

Ease the IT workload

Quickly secure BYOD and remote access without requiring any complex network setups that drain IT resources.

Streamline compliance

Gain full visibility into in-browser SaaS activity and get clear audit trails to simplify compliance and reporting.

Keep security consistent

Enforce strict browser policies for all users to simplify management and improve visibility.

Eliminate risky workarounds

Ensure employees only use approved tools through secure access and browser-level controls.

Additional info

Frequently asked questions

Instant web access makes secure browsing easier by automatically routing the browser connection to the right private gateway. That means users can open internal web tools immediately, without extra steps, while admins still keep control over access and browsing session settings.

Yes. Because routing is enforced inside the NordLayer Browser, employees and contractors can access approved internal web tools from personal devices. Access remains limited to the browser and to the applications defined by the administrator. 

No. Instant web access routes the browsing session automatically through the right private gateway, so users can go straight to internal tools. 

Yes. Admins can assign users or teams to specific private gateways, which means access can be tailored to each group’s needs.

No. Instant web access only routes selected internal websites through a private gateway. Public websites are accessed directly for faster load times.