GeoTrust

IT Security/CybersecuritySeries EMountain View, USgeotrust.com

Latest round

Series E

Last raised

Mar 2004

Total raised

$39M

Investors

5

About GeoTrust

GeoTrust specializes in digital security solutions, particularly TLS/SSL certificates. Founded in Mountain View, US, the company has undergone significant changes, including being acquired by VeriSign, Inc. in September 2006 for USD 125 mn.GeoTrust specializes in providing a range of digital security solutions, primarily focusing on TLS/SSL certificates. These certificates are essential for ensuring secure communication over the internet, encrypting data exchanged between users and websites to protect sensitive information. GeoTrust’s offerings include various types of certificates such as Domain Validation (DV) SSL, Organization Validation (OV) SSL, and Extended Validation (EV) SSL, each tailored to meet the different security needs of businesses and organizations. By facilitating secure online transactions and communications, these products are crucial for sectors such as e-commerce, finance, and healthcare, where the protection of personal and financial data is paramount.GeoTrust generates revenue primarily through the sale of its SSL certificate products, which are typically offered on a subscription basis. Clients, including businesses and organizations, purchase these certificates to establish secure connections with their customers, reinforcing trust and compliance with security standards. The pricing structure for GeoTrust’s offerings varies based on the type and level of validation of the certificates, with options for single-domain, multi-domain, and wildcard certificates. Such arrangements allow clients the flexibility to choose the most appropriate level of security for their specific needs.In September 2006, GeoTrust was acquired by VeriSign for USD 125 mn. Future growth plans include the development of new digital security products, although specific details on upcoming releases have not been disclosed. The company aims to expand into new geographic markets, particularly in Europe and Asia-Pacific, to better serve its clients.

Who invested in GeoTrust

5 investors across 4 rounds

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Funding rounds

  1. Series E

    Mar 15, 2004

    Amount

    $3.7M

    Investors

    Locked

  2. Series D

    Feb 25, 2002

    Amount

    $10M

    Investors

    Locked

  3. Series C

    Sep 10, 2001

    Amount

    $11M

    Investors

    Locked

  4. Series B

    Apr 26, 2000

    Amount

    $15M

    Investors

    Locked

Questions about GeoTrust

Who invested in GeoTrust?

GeoTrust has 5 investors on record across 4 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.

How much funding has GeoTrust raised?

GeoTrust has raised 4 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.

When did GeoTrust last raise money?

GeoTrust's most recent round on record is a Series E, in Mar 2004.

What does GeoTrust do?

GeoTrust specializes in digital security solutions, particularly TLS/SSL certificates.

Where is GeoTrust headquartered?

GeoTrust is headquartered in Mountain View, US.

Which VCs invest in companies like GeoTrust?

Among active investors with capital left to deploy, Andreessen Horowitz, Founders Fund, Accel and Thrive Capital back it security/cybersecurity companies at GeoTrust's stage. Their profiles are linked below.

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