What G Data Software does

G DATA CyberDefense AG is a privately held German cybersecurity software vendor founded in 1987 and headquartered in Bochum, Germany, with approximately 500 employees and US subsidiaries in Newark and Atlanta. The company develops antivirus and endpoint security products for both consumer and business customers, and it claims the heritage of having invented the world's first antivirus software in 1987. Its product portfolio spans consumer subscriptions (Antivirus for Windows and Mac, Internet Security, Total Security, Mobile Security for Android and iOS) and business endpoint security (Endpoint Security, VM Security, Server and Gateway Security, Patch Management, Mail Security, Managed Endpoint Security, Managed SOC, and Security Awareness Training).

The underlying technology combines signature-based detection, heuristic analysis, behavior monitoring, and cloud-based threat intelligence through an in-house SecurityLab that examines approximately 600,000 malicious files daily. Proprietary components include BankGuard for banking trojan protection, Exploit Protection, behavior-based process monitoring, and the URL Cloud filtering service. The company integrates third-party cloud scanning from Bitdefender for mobile and Mac products and spam filtering from Cyren for email, and it holds Microsoft Azure Certified status for cloud-native managed endpoint security.

The business model is subscription-based across both consumer and enterprise tiers. Consumers purchase annual auto-renewing subscriptions with a 30% returning-customer discount via the company e-commerce shop and free trials. Enterprise revenue flows through a channel partner program spanning 12 European countries plus Israel, complemented by affiliate marketing through CJ Affiliate, Awin, and Webgains (15-25% commission). The company also offers managed services (Managed Endpoint Security, Managed SOC) and Security Awareness Training, shifting increasingly toward recurring revenue. "IT Security Made in Germany" is the core go-to-market positioning, emphasizing German data protection compliance and in-country development.

Name

G Data Software

Legal name

G DATA CyberDefense AG

Website

https://gdata-software.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

G DATA CyberDefense AG is a German cybersecurity software vendor founded in 1987 that develops antivirus, endpoint security, and managed security products for consumers and businesses, distributing through a 12-country European partner network and a global e-commerce channel.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Endpoint Security Software

NAICS

Computer Systems Design and Related Services (54151), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511)

SIC

Services-Prepackaged Software (7372), Services-Computer Programming Services (7371)

akta.pro primary industry

Endpoint Security for End Users (EDR/XDR, Patch/Vuln, Zero Trust Endpoint) (BPAEAIAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Endpoint Security Managed Services (EDR/XDR) (BPAEADAH), Security Operations Center (SOC) as a Service (BPAEADAB)

Keywords

• Antivirus software
• Endpoint security
• Cybersecurity solutions
• Threat detection
• Security awareness training

Headquarters

HQ city

Bochum

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consumer Security Software Subscriptions: G DATA generates revenue primarily through annual subscription sales of security software to consumers. Products include Antivirus for Windows, Internet Security, and Total Security. Subscriptions auto-renew yearly with a 30% discount offered from the second year onwards. Revenue is recurring as customers renew licenses.
2. Business Security Solutions: G DATA sells endpoint security solutions, VM security, security awareness training, server and gateway security, and managed endpoint security to business customers through a partner network. Revenue is generated through license sales with attractive partner conditions.
3. Affiliate Referrals: G DATA operates an affiliate partner program where publishers earn 15-25% commission when users click on banners or text links that result in a sale. Commission scale is tiered based on performance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

G DATA develops and sells endpoint cybersecurity software for both consumers and businesses, including antivirus, internet security, total security, and mobile security products for individual users, and endpoint protection, server and gateway security, VM security, patch management, mail security, security awareness training, and managed SOC services for organizations. The company emphasizes 'IT Security Made in Germany' with development and support located at its Bochum headquarters, and integrates proprietary technologies such as BankGuard, Exploit Protection, behavior monitoring, and cloud-based threat intelligence.

Product overview

G DATA offers a comprehensive cybersecurity product portfolio spanning consumer and business solutions. Consumer products include G DATA Antivirus for Windows and Mac, Internet Security, Total Security, and Mobile Security for Android and iOS. Business offerings feature Endpoint Security Solutions with integrated modules for Anti-Ransomware, Virus Guard, Policy Manager, and Mobile Device Management, plus add-on modules for Patch Management, Mail Security, VM Security, and Server & Gateway Security. The company also provides managed services including Managed Endpoint Security and Managed SOC. Core technologies include proprietary BankGuard for banking trojan protection, Exploit Protection, behavior monitoring, and cloud-based URL/file filtering. G DATA developed the world's first antivirus software in 1987 and emphasizes 'IT Security Made in Germany' with all development and support based in Germany.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• G DATA Antivirus for Windows Basic antivirus protection for Windows PCs against viruses, Trojans, phishing, and other malware, including exploit protection; sold as a yearly subscription with 1-10 device options and free trial.
• G DATA Internet Security Consumer security suite for Windows PCs providing protection against viruses, spyware, hackers, and malware with web protection, spam filtering, and firewall; sold as yearly subscription for 1-10 devices.
• G DATA Total Security Premium consumer security suite for Windows, Mac, and Android providing comprehensive protection including anti-ransomware, firewall, exploit protection, password manager, backup features, and protection against spyware, Trojans, and spam; sold as yearly subscription for 1-10 devices.
• G DATA Antivirus for Mac Antivirus software specifically designed for macOS providing proactive protection against Mac viruses and additional network protection for Windows PCs on the same network; includes phishing protection; sold as yearly subscription.
• G DATA Mobile Security for Android Mobile security app for Android devices that scans device memory and downloads for malware, analyzes app permissions, and includes web protection, remote device location, and remote wipe capabilities; sold as yearly subscription.
• G DATA Mobile Security for iOS Mobile security solution for iOS devices that analyzes system parameters, checks websites in an in-app browser, and detects suspicious behavior and phishing attempts.
• G DATA Endpoint Security Solutions Comprehensive business endpoint protection platform including Anti-Ransomware, Virus Guard, Policy Manager, and Mobile Device Management modules for protecting all endpoints across a corporate network.
• G DATA VM Security Security solution specifically designed for virtual machines and virtual infrastructure to protect virtualized business environments.
• G DATA Security Awareness Training E-learning courses and phishing simulation services that teach employees IT security best practices through didactically designed training units, intended for business customers.
• G DATA Server & Gateway Security Security solutions for servers and network gateways, providing additional protection layers for business IT infrastructure.
• G DATA Managed Endpoint Security Managed service in which G DATA handles endpoint security management, monitoring, and updates for business customers, including offerings tailored to Microsoft Azure architecture.
• G DATA Managed SOC Managed Security Operations Center (SOC) service providing comprehensive IT security monitoring and incident response for organizations that lack in-house security operations.

Quantifiable outcome

• 600,000 malicious files examined by experts every day
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

AI capability5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bitdefender GmbHcoreTechnology or IntegrationBitdefender GmbH (Technologiezentrum Schwerte Lohbachstrasse 12 D-58239 Schwerte) provides cloud-based malware scanning technology for G DATA Mobile Security Android. G DATA generates hash values of files which are evaluated in the Bitdefender cloud to determine if data is malicious. Also provides technology for G DATA Antivirus Mac with Bitdefender processing personal data on behalf of G DATA.
• Microsoft AzurecoreTechnology or IntegrationG DATA was present at the launch of Microsoft Cloud in Germany with managed endpoint security specially tailored to the Azure architecture. Products are Microsoft Azure Certified.
• TeleTrusTminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerG DATA is a member of TeleTrusT, an IT security association with the tagline 'Pioneers in IT security'. Membership demonstrates commitment to industry standards and collaboration in IT security sector.
• ITSMIGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerG DATA has committed to ITSMIG (IT Security Middle Germany) association, demonstrating compliance with particularly strict German data protection laws as part of their 'Made in Germany' quality commitment.
• FairCommerceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerG DATA is a member of the 'FairCommerce' initiative since 04.08.2015, operated by Händlerbund. This demonstrates commitment to fair commerce practices.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/g_data_software
• Facebookfacebook.com/gdatasoftwareusa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/101807

Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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