All Brands Owned by Nord Security

What is Nord Security?

Nord Security is a private Lithuanian cybersecurity company founded in 2012 by Tom Okmanas and Eimantas Sabaliauskas. It is best known as the company behind NordVPN and now operates a broader suite including NordPass, NordLocker, NordLayer, NordStellar, NordProtect, and the Saily travel eSIM.

Is Nord Security publicly traded?

No. Nord Security is private. It raised $100 million in 2022 at a $1.6 billion valuation and another $100 million in 2023 at about $3 billion. Leadership has discussed maintaining IPO readiness but has not announced a listing.

Who owns Nord Security?

Founders Tom Okmanas and Eimantas Sabaliauskas retain controlling ownership. Minority investors include Novator Ventures, Burda Principal Investments, and General Catalyst, plus angel investors from the European tech sector.

Where is Nord Security headquartered?

Nord Security's operational headquarters and largest hub is Vilnius, Lithuania. Some legal entities, particularly those tied to NordVPN service operations, are registered in other jurisdictions including Panama, a common arrangement among privacy-focused VPN providers.

What is Nord Security's market position?

Nord Security is one of the two largest consumer VPN companies globally by brand awareness and subscribers. NordVPN is its flagship, and the company has expanded into password management, business network security, identity protection, and travel eSIMs. It is Lithuania's most prominent tech unicorn.

Does Nord Security own Surfshark?

Nord Security merged operations with Surfshark in early 2022, so both brand families sit under common ownership. They continue to operate and market as separate brands rather than being merged into a single product.