WatchGuard
Track on RadarAcquired by Vector Capital · 2022 · news
Provides network & endpoint security solutions for SMBs via channel partners
- Total raised
- —
- Employees
- 1,222
- Founded
- 1996
- Momentum
- 38
Cooling
Data updated July 2026
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WatchGuard is a cybersecurity company specializing in Network Security, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Seattle, United States. It employs about 1,222 people and was acquired by Vector Capital in 2022.
WatchGuard Technologies is a cybersecurity company founded in 1996 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company develops and delivers security solutions designed for small and midsize enterprises, serving more than 250,000 customers globally and protecting over 10 million endpoints. WatchGuard distributes its products through a channel model with over 16,000 active value-added resellers (VARs). The company's product portfolio includes network security appliances with unified threat management capabilities, endpoint security solutions, secure Wi-Fi systems, multi-factor authentication, and network intelligence products. WatchGuard emphasizes simplified deployment and management through cloud-based management tools and out-of-the-box configurations. Their security approach combines multiple services working together to prevent, detect, and respond to cyber attacks through automated policies. WatchGuard provides visibility and reporting tools that enable organizations to monitor IT infrastructure health, identify threats proactively, and take corrective action. The company operates with over 1,200 employees and maintains offices across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. Their solutions are positioned to make enterprise-grade cybersecurity technology accessible to organizations that may lack extensive security resources or expertise.
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When was WatchGuard founded?▾
WatchGuard was founded in 1996.
Where is WatchGuard headquartered?▾
WatchGuard is headquartered in Seattle, United States.
Is WatchGuard public or private?▾
WatchGuard is a privately-held company.
How many employees does WatchGuard have?▾
WatchGuard has approximately 1,222 employees.
What does WatchGuard do?▾
WatchGuard Technologies is a cybersecurity company founded in 1996 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington. The company develops and delivers security solutions designed for small and midsize enterprises, serving more than 250,000 customers globally and protecting over 10 million endpoints. WatchGu…
