PKWARE, Inc.
Track on RadarAcquired by Thompson Street Capital Partners · 2020 · news
Data discovery and protection platform for sensitive information security
- Total raised
- $21.5M
- Employees
- 164
- Founded
- 1986
- Momentum
- 27
Stalling
Data updated July 2026
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PKWARE, Inc. is a cybersecurity company specializing in Data Protection, founded in 1986 and headquartered in Milwaukee, United States. It has raised $21.5M in total funding, employs about 164 people, and was acquired by Thompson Street Capital Partners in 2020.
PKWARE provides data discovery and protection solutions that locate and secure sensitive information across diverse environments. The company originated in the 1980s by defining and publishing the zip standard, and has since evolved to address modern data security challenges. Their technology platform focuses on data discovery, classification, encryption, masking, and secure external sharing of sensitive information. The company's solutions automate the management and protection of sensitive data throughout its lifecycle, from creation to storage and transmission. Their platform works across multiple environments including mainframes, databases, data warehouses, and unstructured data repositories. The technology identifies where sensitive data resides, applies appropriate protection methods, and maintains compliance with security policies regardless of data location. PKWARE serves organizations across various industries including financial services, with customers such as JPMorgan Chase, Truist, Fiserv, and Western Union. Their approach emphasizes automation to reduce manual oversight requirements, allowing IT teams to focus on business strategy rather than continuous security monitoring. The platform addresses compliance requirements and helps organizations minimize risks associated with data breaches and unauthorized access to personal information. The company is also developing capabilities to address emerging challenges from quantum computing. Their solutions are designed to provide visibility and control over personal data in complex environments while maintaining productivity and operational efficiency.
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When was PKWARE, Inc. founded?▾
PKWARE, Inc. was founded in 1986.
Where is PKWARE, Inc. headquartered?▾
PKWARE, Inc. is headquartered in Milwaukee, United States.
How much funding has PKWARE, Inc. raised?▾
PKWARE, Inc. has raised a total of $21.5M in total funding.
Is PKWARE, Inc. public or private?▾
PKWARE, Inc. is a privately-held company.
How many employees does PKWARE, Inc. have?▾
PKWARE, Inc. has approximately 164 employees.