Avast

Avast Plc, headquartered in Prague, Czech Republic, is a leading provider of digital security products for consumers and businesses, protecting over 400 million users worldwide. The company offers a range of solutions under well-known brands such as Avast and AVG, including desktop and mobile security, performance and privacy tools, and dynamic secure search solutions. Its business is structured into two main segments: Consumer and Small to Mid-Sized Business (SMB). Avast delivers standalone and managed antivirus products, as well as comprehensive security services like patch management, email security, and secure web gateways. The company utilizes an advanced threat detection network, recognized by various independent testing organizations, to safeguard users from online threats. Avast primarily distributes its software licenses through e-commerce platforms, retailers, and resellers. Founded in 1988, Avast has established itself as a prominent player in the digital security landscape.

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SecureKey

Acquisition in 2022
SecureKey Technologies Inc. is an identity and authentication provider that facilitates secure and convenient access to online services for consumers. The company develops cloud-based identity networks that connect individuals with various online services, emphasizing privacy and security. Its offerings are designed for a range of sectors, including banking, government, healthcare, telecommunications, and utilities. Established in 2008 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, SecureKey also maintains offices in Boston, Washington D.C., and San Francisco. The firm collaborates with organizations like Digital Bazaar and is supported by notable investors such as Visa, MasterCard, and Intel Capital. By focusing on creating frictionless digital identity solutions, SecureKey enables organizations to meet the growing demand for secure online transactions.

Evernym

Acquisition in 2021
Evernym, Inc. is a technology company based in Draper, Utah, that specializes in self-sovereign identity solutions. Founded in 2012, it developed and operates Sovrin, an open-source global identity network designed for secure and irrevocable identity management. The platform enables trusted interactions among individuals, organizations, and devices, allowing users to maintain control and ownership of their personal data. Evernym's infrastructure supports a range of identity types, from anonymity to verified legal identity, and provides tools for integrating self-sovereign identity across various industries. The company collaborates with leading firms, institutions, and non-governmental organizations to create private-by-design solutions that enhance data security and user privacy.

Tenta Browser

Acquisition in 2020
Tenta Browser is a privacy-focused web browser that emphasizes data security and user confidentiality. It encrypts and securely stores downloaded data, ensuring that only the user can access personal files such as bookmarks, tab history, and media. Access to this information is protected by a PIN, and users can view their files in Tenta's private media players. Additionally, the browser allows for the encryption of personal videos and images through a simple transfer to the Tenta Vault. Tenta Browser also features a decentralized approach to browsing, utilizing a built-in virtual private network to facilitate private browsing without retaining any browsing history or password keys on centralized servers. This enables users to securely access the internet from anywhere, circumventing restrictions and online censorship.

Steel Mountain Systems

Acquisition in 2019
Steel Mountain Systems Corp. is a technology company based in Herndon, Virginia, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing routers tailored for the home network security market. The company's offerings include routers equipped with features for virus scanning, anomaly detection, and Internet of Things device protection. These routers help users manage their home Internet security by blocking intrusive advertisements, disabling tracking, and preventing malware spread. Additionally, Steel Mountain Systems provides a smart security device that integrates with existing routers to enhance security. This device not only detects and eliminates advertisements but also alerts homeowners to hacking attempts, allowing them to monitor and control their home network security effortlessly through an application. As the number of connected devices in households increases, the company's solutions aim to simplify the protection of personal data against various cyber threats.

INLOOPX

Acquisition in 2018
INLOOPX is a software development company that specializes in creating online mobile applications designed to protect consumers' digital information. With a strong international presence and a workforce of over 130 professionals across eight offices in the U.S. and Europe, INLOOPX has gained recognition for its innovative solutions and quality service. The company is a Microsoft partner and Google Android-certified, having received accolades from Ernst & Young and a high ranking in Deloitte's CE Technology Fast 50. INLOOPX emphasizes a work-life balance culture and values clear communication, timely delivery, and user-centered design throughout all stages of the product lifecycle, from analysis to support. Its diverse client base includes notable organizations such as Intel, Volkswagen, and Mercedes-Benz, as well as over 100 startups, reflecting the company’s expertise in developing complex products and applications.

Piriform

Acquisition in 2017
Piriform is a privately owned software house involved in creating PC optimization software. It is dedicated to creating award-winning software applications for its clients’ PCs. Its software is used and trusted by millions, in all 195 countries and in millions of businesses. The company’s product CCleaner alone has been installed more than 1 billion times onto nearly 25% of all the PCs in the world. Piriform’s team is a combination of highly-skilled staff and dedicated volunteers who help test, support, and translate its software into over 40 different languages. All its products are fully tested to the highest standard, including Microsoft certified compatibility with Windows 8.1 and Code Signing by Verisign. Piriform was founded in 2005 by Guy Saner and is headquartered in London with additional offices in New York and Eastern Europe.

Remotium

Acquisition in 2015
Remotium, Inc. is a company focused on mobile application security software, founded in 2012 and based in San Mateo, California. It specializes in mobile virtualization, providing a virtual mobile platform that allows secure and manageable access to enterprise applications from any mobile device. Utilizing a unique virtual-instance technology, Remotium runs mobile applications on public or private clouds and streams them to mobile devices, ensuring data integrity and compliance while enhancing user privacy. The platform offers corporate IT departments significant control and visibility over mobile applications, addressing security concerns and reducing the complexities often associated with traditional mobile management solutions. By creating a user-friendly experience that mimics native applications, Remotium aids enterprises in overcoming barriers to adoption and compliance, ultimately supporting a more efficient and secure mobile workforce. As of 2015, Remotium operates as a subsidiary of AVAST Software s.r.o.

Inmite s.r.o

Acquisition in 2014
Inmite s.r.o is a privately held company that develops applications and other solutions for mobile devices.

Jumpshot

Acquisition in 2013
Jumpshot Inc. is a data analytics company based in Austin, Texas, founded in 2010. As a subsidiary of Avast plc, Jumpshot specializes in providing insights into consumers' online behavior by tracking their searches, clicks, and purchases across over 1,600 categories from more than 150 websites. Brands and agencies utilize Jumpshot's comprehensive data to enhance their marketing strategies, optimize traffic channels, and improve their return on investment in digital marketing initiatives. The company focuses on delivering actionable insights that help clients make informed, data-driven decisions to increase online sales and overall effectiveness in reaching their target audiences.

secure.me

Acquisition in 2013
secure.me is a privacy protection company focused on enhancing the safety of social networks and mobile applications. Founded in 2009 by Mario Grobholz and Christian Sigl, the company offers a sophisticated cloud service primarily connected to Facebook, which is central to many users' online interactions. secure.me enables individuals to safeguard their sensitive information, manage the applications they utilize, and minimize oversharing. The platform is recognized as the leading Facebook security app, boasting 150,000 daily active users across over 100 countries and available in ten different languages. In May 2013, secure.me became part of AVAST Software, a prominent antivirus provider, further solidifying its position in the privacy protection sector. The company operates offices in San Francisco, California, and Munich, Germany.

myON-ID Media

Acquisition in 2013
myON-ID Media is a privately held company specializes in social network security.

ITAgents interactive software solutions GmbH

Acquisition in 2011
ITAgents interactive software solutions GmbH is an advanced anti-theft software for mobile devices. The company’s software can be installed in Nokia Symbian or Android Smartphones. Its software enables its users to remotely control the phone by SMS as well as replies to the commands by SMS. ITAgents interactive software solutions GmbH is an Austria-based company that was founded in 2010 by Reinhard Holzner.
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