Formal provides a data security platform built on reverse proxy technology that sits in front of datastores to secure enterprise data infrastructure. The platform functions as a data security operating system designed to protect modern data stacks across cloud applications and databases. The company's approach centers on modernizing reverse proxy technology, which traditionally sits in front of web servers, and adapting it for contemporary data security needs. Formal's platform enables organizations to implement unified security policies across multiple datastores at scale, allowing teams to set up automated data protections in complex environments. The platform addresses the tension between data accessibility and security in cloud-based applications. As organizations scale their products and data infrastructure grows more complex, Formal provides controls that reduce security risks without creating bottlenecks for development teams. The solution allows privacy and security teams to support business requirements while minimizing impact on product development workflows. Formal serves enterprise customers including companies like Notion, Ramp, and Gusto, helping them secure hundreds of datastores and implement consistent data protection policies across their infrastructure. The platform can be deployed quickly, with the company claiming implementation timelines measured in days rather than weeks or months.