About PKWARE

PKWARE offers data-centric security solutions across all major computing platforms, delivering file-based compression, encryption, and management capabilities to organizations worldwide. As the inventor and continuing innovator of the .zip standard, we come from a different background than other IT security vendors. PKWARE combines the broad acceptance and ease of use of the zip utility with advanced security functionality.

The .zip format has become an inherent part of the file handling system on every major operating platform, as well as the most widely used standard for storing or exchanging file-based data. PKWARE’s flagship security product, SecureZIP, is designed to enable the use of the same zip container for data storage and security. No other solutions for the security of unstructured data can be used as widely as SecureZIP across multiple users and platforms, providing a more persistent, end-to-end solution.

PKWARE solutions are designed with our customers’ needs in mind—not around infrastructure or assets. The ultimate security solution should provide the security needed to protect data, while at the same time giving it the freedom to be responsive to business needs. Business growth is accelerated by allowing data to be readily accessed by authorized users while eliminating the traditional trade-off between security and business requirements. PKWARE is in the unique position to provide such a solution across all major computing platforms, serving both internal and external users of the data.

PKWARE continues to honour its commitment to high technical standards and exceptional customer service with its SecureZIP and PKZIP families of products.

Founded: PKWARE was founded in 1986 by the inventor of the .zip standard, Phil Katz.

Customers: Hundreds of global organizations in financial services, banking, retail, healthcare, government, and manufacturing use PKWARE products daily. Today, SecureZIP is used by over 60% of the Fortune 100 and in over 25,000 companies worldwide. In addition, over 150 Federal Government Agencies use PKWARE products.

Worldwide Locations
Corporate Headquarters: Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA
European Headquarters: London, U.K.

Other Offices: New York, NY; Dayton, OH