# IPSec Policy An [IPSec](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IPsec) policy defines a set of [proposals](./ikeproposal.md) to be used in the formation of IPSec tunnels. A perfect forward secrecy (PFS) group may optionally also be defined. These policies are referenced by [IPSec profiles](./ipsecprofile.md). ## Fields ### Name The unique user-assigned name for the policy. ### Proposals One or more [IPSec proposals](./ipsecproposal.md) supported for use by this policy. ### PFS Group The [perfect forward secrecy (PFS)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forward_secrecy) group supported by this policy (optional).