# Vercel Edge Middleware is now generally available

**Published:** June 28, 2022 | **Authors:** Javi Velasco

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Edge Middleware for Next.js is now [generally available](https://vercel.com/docs/concepts/release-phases#general-availability) on all plans. Edge Middleware allows you to run code on Vercel's Edge Network *before* the request is processed on your site. Middleware runs on the Vercel Edge network and can be used to handle A/B testing, geolocation, authentication, and more.

[Learn how to get started](https://vercel.com/blog/vercel-edge-middleware-dynamic-at-the-speed-of-static) with Vercel Edge Middleware.

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