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Azure Public-Private VNet Peering Architecture implements a secure two-tier network design with public and private virtual networks (10.0.0.0/16 and 10.1.0.0/16) connected via VNet peering. External users and partner networks route through Application Gateway WAF in the public VNet, which forwards traffic to App Service instances in the app subnet, while outbound traffic flows through a NAT Gateway for egress control. The private VNet isolates Azure SQL databases (primary and standby replicas) behind NSGs and route tables, with ExpressRoute Gateway enabling on-premises connectivity. This architecture enforces network segmentation, least-privilege access, and high availability across presentation, application, and data tiers. Fork this diagram on Diagrams.so to customize subnets, NSG rules, or add additional peered networks for your organization. The design demonstrates Azure best practices for hybrid connectivity and defense-in-depth security postures.

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How do I design a secure Azure network with public and private VNets, WAF protection, and on-premises connectivity?

This diagram shows a two-VNet peering design where the public VNet (10.0.0.0/16) handles ingress via Application Gateway WAF and App Service, while the private VNet (10.1.0.0/16) isolates Azure SQL databases behind NSGs. VNet peering connects the tiers, NAT Gateway controls egress, and ExpressRoute Gateway enables hybrid on-premises access—implementing network segmentation and defense-in-depth sec

Azure Public-Private VNet Peering Architecture

AzureadvancedVNet PeeringNetwork ArchitectureApplication GatewaySecurityHybrid Connectivity
Domain: Cloud AzureAudience: Azure solutions architects designing secure multi-tier applications with network isolation
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August 11, 2026

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August 12, 2026 at 11:59 AM

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