Atakama and PKWARE Announce Partnership to Ensure Seamless Transition for Atakama Customers
MILWAUKEE and NEW YORK, Sept. 3, 2025 – PKWARE, a global leader in automated data security solutions, and Atakama, a pioneer in multifactor encryption, today announced a strategic partnership to ensure a smooth transition for Atakama customers as the Atakama Multifactor Encryption (MFE) solution approaches its end-of-life in February 2026.
Under this partnership, PKWARE's PK Protect Encryption has been selected as the trusted replacement for Atakama Multifactor Encryption. Customers will benefit from the familiar encryption capabilities they rely on today, through the PK Protect Platform. In addition to encryption, PKWARE's advanced data protection includes:
- Automated Data Discovery to identify sensitive data across the enterprise
- Smart Data Classification to label and govern data usage in real time
- Automated Redaction to securely use and share data
Through these capabilities, organizations reduce breach risk, ensure compliance, and optimize data retention. Atakama customers can expect an easy migration experience with dedicated support from PKWARE's team of experts.
Tonya Cannady, President & Chief Revenue Officer at PKWARE, said:
"Our mission has always been to deliver the industry's most complete and automated data security platform for over 40 years. By partnering with Atakama, we're enabling their customers to continue operating without disruption, while unlocking even greater capabilities with PK Protect. We're excited to welcome these organizations into the PKWARE family and ensure their security journey remains seamless."
Daniel H. Gallancy, Chief Executive Officer at Atakama, added:
"We take tremendous pride in what we've built with Atakama Multifactor Encryption, and we are confident that PKWARE is the ideal partner to carry that vision forward. PK Protect not only fits with the strengths of our technology but expands upon them with additional features that will benefit our customers."
Atakama customers are encouraged to schedule a consultation with a PKWARE Expert to learn about the transition process and how PK Protect can support their organization's evolving data security needs.
Reach out to atakama@pkware.com with any inquiries.
