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DNSFilter

DNS layer threat protection for IT Professionals and Managed Service Providers driven by machine learning.

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About

DNSFilter runs protective DNS that blocks malware, phishing, and unwanted content for organizations. Used by 45,000+ organizations and 3,000 MSP partners, with customers including J.D. Power, Nvidia, Viasat, Pendo, the Dallas Mavericks, and Equinox.

Founded in 2015 by Ken Carnesi and Brian Gillis. Around 140 employees. Raised a $33.5M Series A from Insight Partners and Arthur Ventures in 2021 and a $15M Series A Extension from Insight in 2023.

In their words: "DNSFilter is changing the way people think about DNS security. We're here to help make the internet safer and workplaces more productive."