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Fortinet
AddedFeb 19, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Fortinet

Fortinet

Public

Fortinet, Inc. offers comprehensive network security solutions, integrating firewall, VPN, antivirus, and more.

HQ
Sunnyvale, CA, US
Founded
2000
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Founded in 2000 by Ken Xie and Michael Xie, Fortinet, Inc. is a leading provider of comprehensive network security solutions headquartered in Sunnyvale, California. The company's core mission is to deliver broad, integrated, and automated cybersecurity solutions to protect and simplify IT infrastructures. Fortinet's product offerings include the Fortinet Security Fabric, FortiGate NGFW, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, FortiWeb, and various other security appliances and software. Their services cater to a wide range of industries focusing on cloud security, cybersecurity, and network security.

Notable individuals affiliated with Fortinet include CEO Ken Xie and CTO Michael Xie. The company is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker FTNT and is a component of both the Nasdaq-100 and S&P 500 indices. Key achievements include being recognized for five consecutive years by customers for their network firewall solutions and the recent acquisition of Lacework, an advanced AI-powered cloud security platform. Fortinet's impact is significant in the cybersecurity industry, providing robust solutions that address multi-cloud challenges and enhance network security through integration and automation.

Fortinet - Quick Facts

When was Fortinet founded?

Fortinet was founded in 2000.

Where is Fortinet's headquarters located?

Fortinet's headquarters is located in Sunnyvale, CA, US.

How much has Fortinet raised to-date?

As of Jan 1, 2009, Fortinet has raised a total of $89M (USD).

How many employees does Fortinet have?

Fortinet has 12,595 employees as of Feb 6, 2024.

Fortinet - Classification

Industry
  • Hardware
Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • AI
  • Machine Learning
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Recurring
  • Software
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Small Business
Main Product
  • Network Security
  • Software
Tags
  • Cloud
  • SaaS
Unique IDs
  • ein: 770560389
  • secCik: 0001262039
  • ticker: FTNT
NAICS
  • 540000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541500Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541000Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
  • 541510Computer Systems Design and Related Services
  • 541511Custom Computer Programming Services
SIC
  • 3577Computer Peripheral Equipment, NEC
  • 3500Industrial And Commercial Machinery And Computer Equipment
  • 3570Computer And Office Equipment
ISIC
  • 2610Manufacture of electronic components and boards
  • 2620Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment
  • 2680Manufacture of magnetic and optical media
Show 28 more industry codes
NAICS
  • 333300Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
  • 333310Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing
  • 334100Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334400Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334418Printed Circuit Assembly (Electronic Assembly) Manufacturing
  • 334600Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 541512Computer Systems Design Services
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 510000Information
  • 333000Machinery Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 334110Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334410Semiconductor and Other Electronic Component Manufacturing
  • 334610Manufacturing and Reproducing Magnetic and Optical Media
  • 513210Software Publishers
  • 334118Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
SIC
  • 4000Railroad Transportation
  • 5700Home Furniture, Furnishings, And Equipment Stores
  • 7300Business Services
  • 5730Radio, Television, Consumer Electronics, And Music Stores
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 5734Computer And Computer Software Stores
  • 7371Computer Programming Services
  • 7372Prepackaged Software
  • 7379Computer Related Services, Not Elsewhere Classified
ISIC
  • 6202Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activities