McAfee
AcquiredOnline protection for the way you live
San Jose, United States · Founded 1987
- Headquarters
- San Jose, California
- Employees
- 1001–5000
- Founded
- 1987
- Business Model
- B2C
- Last Round
- Private EquityJan 2018
- Rounds
- 2
- Acquisition Date
- Oct 2021
About
McAfee is one of the world's leading consumer cybersecurity companies, founded in 1987 as McAfee Associates by John McAfee. The company provides a comprehensive suite of security products including antivirus software, identity theft protection, VPN, and privacy tools aimed at protecting individuals, families, and devices online. With 1,001-5,000 employees, McAfee operates globally and markets its security products across PC and mobile OEM channels, ISP/Telco partners, and retail. Headquartered in San Jose, California, McAfee focuses on delivering integrated digital protection for everyday consumers.
Summary
McAfee is a Cybersecurity company based in San Jose, United States, founded in 1987. Its most recent funding was a Private Equity round in Jan 2018. Investors include Advent International, Thoma Bravo and TPG (Growth/Rise).
Funding & Exit History
Oct 2021
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Funding: Private Equity. Amounts, valuations, and investors where available.
Investors
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