Overview

Edgio, formerly Limelight Networks, was a content delivery network (CDN) provider offering global content delivery, video streaming, and edge compute services. It served enterprises, media companies, and developers with a focus on low-latency content delivery. The company faced financial difficulties, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in September 2024, and ceased operations in January 2025 after its assets were sold to Akamai. Edgio’s services are no longer available, and users have been directed to migrate to alternative providers.

Sunset timeline

  • 2001: Founded as Limelight Networks in Tempe, Arizona, focusing on CDN services.
  • 2021: Rebranded to Edgio after acquiring Edgecast, expanding into edge compute and security.
  • September 2024: Filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, initiating asset sales.
  • November 2024: Akamai acquired select Edgio assets, including some CDN infrastructure.
  • January 15, 2025: Edgio’s CDN platform shut down, ending all services.

Migration guidance

Users of Azure CDN from Edgio, including those relying on .azureedge.net domains for .NET binaries or Azure DevOps, must migrate by January 15, 2025, to avoid service disruptions. Microsoft recommends transitioning to Azure Front Door for similar CDN capabilities, offering automated migration tools for compatible workloads. Alternatives include Akamai, which acquired Edgio’s assets, or Cloudflare for global CDN coverage. Users with *.vo.msecnd.net domains or custom configurations should set the DoNotForceMigrateEdgioCDNProfiles flag by January 7, 2025, to avoid automatic migration issues. Official migration guidance is available at: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cdn/migrate-edgio-to-front-door.

History & Notes

Edgio’s closure was accelerated from an initial November 2025 timeline due to financial distress, catching some users off-guard. Microsoft, a key partner, has emphasized proactive migration to avoid downtime, particularly for Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions users. While Akamai acquired select assets, not all Edgio services were absorbed, leaving some users to seek other providers. No official Edgio website or documentation remains active, but Microsoft’s Azure documentation provides detailed transition steps.