RealDefense is a Pasadena, California-based consumer cybersecurity and privacy software company founded in 2017. The company develops and distributes a portfolio of security and productivity software products targeting individual consumers, with over 3 million customers worldwide. Its product lineup includes Antivirus, VPN, Identity Protection, Password Manager, Device Optimization, Driver & Software Updater, and Technical Support services. The company also offers a data removal product called RemoveMe, which helps consumers manage and remove their personal data from online sources. RealDefense operates a partner-focused business model, distributing its software through multiple channels including OEM partnerships, ISP/Telco providers, storage media companies, financial services firms, consumer software publishers, and affiliate programs. This allows the company to embed its security and privacy tools within third-party hardware and service bundles. Since its founding, RealDefense has completed six strategic acquisitions to expand its product portfolio, including brands such as iolo. The company has raised over $50 million in funding and reported over $100 million in annual partner revenue. It was ranked among the fastest-growing companies in North America on the 2024 Deloitte Technology Fast 500 list. The company also utilizes device telemetry scanning technology, which is positioned as a monetization tool for partners. RealDefense targets an addressable market of approximately 1 billion users globally, focusing on delivering consumer-facing security, privacy, and device performance solutions through a platform aggregation and acquisition strategy.