AVG Technologies offers anti-virus software for both individual and business computer users around the world. It develops solutions for various platforms, including PC, Mac, Android, iPhone, and iPad. The company’s consumer focus includes digital protection, performance, and privacy for individuals and families, with Location Labs providing further depth in AVG’s mobile safety and security services. AVG Business includes cloud-based security and management platforms, in addition to products and services designed to protect small businesses. The company’s portfolio of products includes AVG Protection FREE, AVG Protection PRO, AVG AntiVirus FREE, AVG AntiVirus, AVG Internet Security, AVG Performance FREE, AVG Performance PRO, AVG PC TuneUp, AVG Driver Updater, AVG Web TuneUp, and more. AVG Technologies was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
MyRoll, founded in 2012 by Adi Ashkenazi and Ron Levy, is a mobile gallery application designed for both Android and iOS platforms. The application helps users organize their photos and videos, transforming them into interactive collections that can be easily shared with others. MyRoll enhances the user experience by enabling individuals to rediscover forgotten images and videos from their smartphone galleries, thereby facilitating a more engaging and organized way to manage and share personal media.
Privax
Acquisition in 2015
Privax provides VPN and internet privacy solutions. The company was incorporated in 2010 and is based in London, United Kingdom.
Norman Safeground
Acquisition in 2014
Norman Safeground is an IT security company that offers users with software that protects systems from cyber-threats. It offers small businesses with endpoint security, cloud based file sharing, backup solutions, mail protection, web protection and a range of other premium security solutions. It offers home users with premium anti-virus, anti-spam, and spyware protection as well as cloud based backup solutions. Norman Antivirus for Mac, Norman Mobile Security for Android, Norman Web Advisor, Norman Security Suite PRO, Norman Security Suite, Norman Antivirus 10, Norman Personal Backup, and Norman System Speedup are some of the products developed by Norman Safeground. Norman Safeground was founded in 1984 and is based in Akershus, Norway. It was acquired by AVG Technologies, an online security company, on November 6, 2014.
Location Labs
Acquisition in 2014
Location Labs, Inc. is a provider of mobile security and safety solutions, headquartered in Emeryville, California. Founded in 2000, the company offers a range of services designed to protect users, including Phone Controls, which features anti-virus and cloud-based backup solutions targeted at families and individuals. Its Locator service allows users to track the location of important individuals on a map and receive automatic alerts about their whereabouts. Additionally, the Drive Safe feature automatically locks phones when they are in motion, enhancing user safety. Location Labs also provides Sparkle, a mobile platform that facilitates analytics and mobile device management through cloud-based location services. The company was previously known as WaveMarket, Inc. and rebranded in June 2010. As of October 2014, Location Labs operates as a subsidiary of AVG Technologies USA, Inc.
CrossLoop
Acquisition in 2014
CrossLoop is an internet-based company that provides a platform for remote connections to assist users in accessing another PC through a free peer-to-peer downloadable application. The service is designed for consumers and small businesses, facilitating technical support and training by connecting them with independent service providers. CrossLoop enhances user engagement by allowing individuals to create profiles that showcase their expertise, where others can leave comments and ratings. Additionally, users can generate widgets to display key profile information on their websites or blogs. This approach aims to foster a network of technology professionals both in the United States and internationally, catering primarily to IT consultants.
Level Platforms
Acquisition in 2013
Level Platforms was founded in 1999 as a managed service provider targeting small and medium sized businesses across the US and Canada. The Company shifted its strategy in 2003 to remote monitoring and management software leveraging its deep managed services expertise for the benefit of the growing number of solution providers transitioning from reactive break fix to proactive managed services. In May 2004, Level Platforms released the first version of Managed Workplace for solution providers. Its simplicity, elegance and power made the product an instant success. Since then Level Platforms has won virtually every major award for which it qualified and has quickly established itself as the market leader in terms of market adoption, product innovation and commitment to Partner success.
PrivacyChoice
Acquisition in 2013
PrivacyChoice is a provider of software and online privacy services that simplifies the management of online privacy for consumers. Its flagship application, Privacyfix, enables users to control their privacy settings across various social networks and websites. The company also offers Policymaker, a privacy framework designed for app publishers and website operators, as well as scanning services like MobileScan and WebScan to help publishers manage third-party data collection. Additionally, PrivacyChoice's data is utilized in Mozilla’s Collusion and by several commercial privacy applications through licensing agreements with companies such as Ensighten, Keynote Systems, Krux, and Reputation.com.
SwapBeats
Seed Round in 2013
SwapBeats is a web-based, software-as-a-service platform dedicated to music collaboration, creation and commercialization. With the proliferation of inexpensive, professional-quality digital audio workstations (DAWs), talent and connections are the primary remaining bottlenecks in the music monetization process. The Company minimizes these barriers by providing end-to-end solutions that enable music creators to find one another, learn from each other, make music together and ultimately profit from their creative endeavors regardless of where they live, what type of recording equipment they have or how experienced they are. The Company also provides a separate portal for fans looking to discover new artists and gives them the ability to share real-time commentary on songs being developed.
OpenInstall
Acquisition in 2012
OpenInstall provides a cloud-based software installation platform that allows for more efficient distribution of software products.
Bsecure
Acquisition in 2011
Bsecure is a full-service brand and document protection consulting and integration organization.They offer the latest front-line technologies designed especially to combat and protect their clients from gray marketers and counterfeiters. Bsecure was established in 1999 as a spin-off from its parent company, the Israeli Pitkit Printing Enterprises, a publicly traded company on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. Their company is managed and operated by an experienced and highly motivated team with vast expertise in the field of security — both documents and brand products. Over the years, we have gained experience and knowledge in providing intelligent security solutions for a variety of industries. In fact, many of our technologies have been tried and tested by blue-chip companies and governments in various locations worldwide. Their R&D unit functions as a high-tech incubator, developing technologies from concepts into finished products. They transform technologies into customized, unified systems. Bsecure technologies can be found on smart labels for tagging and tracking products, smart packaging with authentication technology for preventing counterfeiting, forgery, diversion, and theft; and smart ID cards for controlling access. They are committed to providing reliable, smart security solutions for comprehensive protection. SecuSystem Ltd, is owned by Bsecure Ltd, which developed the SecuSystem concept for counterfeit protection of merchandise, value documents, and other products.
Kona Search
Seed Round in 2011
KonaSearchis an enterprise search solution that makes it easy for salesforce users to find sales and service cloud data including custom objects, chatter files and content as well as data outside of sfdc including sharepoint and box.Net, right from your salesforce desktop.
DroidSecurity
Acquisition in 2010
DroidSecurity, founded in 2009 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, specializes in mobile security services, primarily focusing on Android devices. The company developed the DroidSecurity Internet Security Suite, a comprehensive anti-malware application that offers extensive protection against viruses, malware, and SMS spam, while also providing features for tracking lost smartphones and remotely wiping sensitive data. Priced at $4.99, this application represents a significant advancement in mobile security, being the first to utilize Java Virtual Machine technology for Android antivirus solutions. The suite underwent successful beta testing, receiving over 100,000 downloads in six months under the DroidHunter brand. In addition to its premium offerings, DroidSecurity also provides a variety of free applications to enhance the security of smartphones and tablets.
Walling Data Systems
Acquisition in 2010
Walling Data Systems, Inc. (WDS) provides computer, network and information technology solutions to businesses, educational institutions and home users. After experiencing problems reselling competitive brands, WDS sought alternative brands to offer customers. After a successful internal trial run, WDS found AVG security software to be of greater value to their customer base.
Sana Security
Acquisition in 2009
Sana Security, based in San Mateo, California, specializes in developing behavioral security software aimed at enhancing enterprise security. Founded in 2000 and originally named Company 51, the company rebranded to Sana Security in December 2002. It offers solutions such as Primary Response SafeConnect, which protects against both known and unknown threats, including spyware, adware, and rootkits. Additionally, the company provides Primary Response Memory Shield Server, designed to safeguard servers from buffer overflow attacks. Sana Security's technology is characterized by its autonomous and adaptive capabilities, allowing it to respond effectively to environmental changes and emerging threats. As of January 2009, Sana Security operates as a subsidiary of AVG Technologies.
Ewido Networks
Acquisition in 2006
Ewido Networks is specializes in information technology security solutions. It develops products in the digital data security and Internet user privacy sectors. The company's 'ewido security suite' enables business and private clients to protect themselves against threats over the Internet. It detects and prevents data and system espionage, and is useful to fight programs, such as trojans, dialers, spyware programs, and key loggers.
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