DNSFilter Company Research Report



Company Overview



General Information


  • Name: DNSFilter Inc.

  • Mission: To change the way people think about DNS security and make the internet safer and workplaces more productive.

  • Founded: October 2015

  • Founders: Ken Carnesi (CEO), Brian Gillis (Chief Architect), Mike Schroll (Former CTO)

  • Headquarters: 80 M St SE, Suite 100, Washington, DC 20003

  • Number of Employees: Over 140

  • Revenue: No information is available


Key People


  • Ken Carnesi - Chief Executive Officer & Co-Founder

  • Brian Gillis - Chief Architect & Co-Founder

  • Mandy Cole - Chief People Officer

  • Lauren Romer - Chief Legal Officer

  • TK Keanini - Chief Technology Officer

  • Mike Okoth - Chief Financial Officer

  • Chris Smith - Chief Marketing Officer

  • Brendan Spooner - SVP, Engineering

  • Shawn Brady - SVP, Sales

  • Aliese Alter - Chief of Staff

  • Bob Gagnon - VP, Channel Sales

  • Mario Oliver - VP, Customer Experience

  • Kunal Desai - Director, Finance


Recognition and Market Impact


  • Known For: Leading solution in DNS security with an emphasis on speed, simplicity, and scalability. Known for effective threat blocking and ease of deployment.

  • Awards: Won Global Infosec Award for Protective DNS in 2024


Company Growth and Milestones


  • 2016: Acquired first customer

  • 2017: Received first external investment

  • 2018: Acquired Webshrinker for AI-driven domain categorization

  • 2020: Significant growth despite the global pandemic

  • 2021: Raised $33.5 million in Series A funding

  • 2022: Acquired Guardian for privacy-protecting firewall on iOS and Android

  • 2023: Raised an additional $15 million in Series A Extension

  • 2024: Won Global Infosec Award


Products



General Overview


  • Protective DNS Solutions

  • Public Wi-Fi Protection

  • Malicious Domain Protection

  • Roaming Clients

  • Insights Reporting


Detailed Product Descriptions



Public Wi-Fi Protection


  • Description: DNS threat protection tailored for environments with public Wi-Fi.

  • Key Features:

  • Protection against phishing and malware

  • Deployment across various sectors such as hotels, education, healthcare, and retail


Remote Protection


  • Description: DNS threat protection for remote work environments and mobile devices.

  • Key Features:

  • Protection for all off-site company devices

  • Blocking of malicious domains and non-work-related content


Malicious Domain Protection


  • Description: Uses machine learning to preemptively block access to malicious domains.

  • Key Features:

  • Detects threats 10 days faster than traditional feeds

  • Blocks over 89 billion DNS queries daily

  • Fine-tuned machine learning model


Roaming Clients


  • Description: Off-network protection through downloadable clients for devices.

  • Key Features:

  • Ensures DNS protection across Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android platforms

  • Easy deployment and configuration


Insights Reporting


  • Description: Provides intuitive reporting for better visibility into DNS activities.

  • Key Features:

  • Scheduled reports with automated feedback

  • Individual user and roaming client reports

  • Raw endpoint data analysis

  • Detailed category reports


Recent Developments



New Products and Features


  • Creating an Over-the-Counter Cyber Defense Program: Launched in August 2024 to make cybersecurity more accessible.

  • Webshrinker Integration: Enhances domain categorization, integrating AI-driven intelligence.

  • Guardian Acquisition: In 2022, to bolster mobile device security.


New Partnerships and Expansions


  • Series A and Series A Extension Funding: Raised $48.5 million total to fuel growth and innovation.

  • Expansion in Offerings: Roaming Clients and extended reporting features.


Community and Industry Engagement


  • IndyCar Experience Recap: In 2024, DNSFilter promoted its brand through events like the Portland Edition of IndyCar.

  • Media Features: Listed among "60 AI Upstarts Reshaping Tech" by Forbes in August 2024.

  • Podcast Appearances and Interviews: CTO, TK Keanini featured in various industry interviews and podcasts.


Conclusion



DNSFilter has established itself as a leader in the DNS security market through its innovative use of AI, rapid threat detection, and user-centric development approach. With an impressive growth trajectory and strong leadership team, DNSFilter continues to expand its offerings and solidify its position in the cybersecurity industry.