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Quick Heal Technologies Ltd/Seqrite-Enterprise Security Solutions by Quick Heal
Industry Security software
Founded 1993[1]
Founder Kailash Katkar
Headquarters Pune, Maharashtra, India
Area served
Global
Key people
Kailash Katkar
Products Antivirus software, PC Security, Mobile Security, Network Security and Enterprise PC security.
Number of employees
1300+
Website www.quickheal.com

Quick Heal Technologies Ltd., founded in 1993, is an IT security[2] solutions provider and an ISO 9001 certified company. Quick Heal has partnered with Microsoft and Intel. The products are certified by ICSA Labs and AV-Test. The company has global offices in UAE, US, Japan and Kenya. It has a network of 15000+ channel partners in more than 100 countries worldwide. Quick Heal Technologies has an active customer base of over 17 million in 112+ countries and employs more than 1200 people across 33 branches in the country.[3]

Quick Heal Technologies Limited operates out of 36 offices in India and 4 global offices in the US, Japan, UAE and Kenya and employs more than 1300 people.

History

Quick Heal was founded in 1993, as "CAT Computer Services (P) Ltd".

First branch was opened at Nashik in 2003. Opening of fully functional Mumbai and Nagpur branches In 2004, Quick Heal starts operations at Hyderabad.[4] Opens branches in Delhi, Bangalore, Chennai, Madurai[4] Branches opened at Ahmedabad, Surat, Indore, Chandigarh [5]

In 2007, CAT changed its name to "Quick Heal Technologies Ltd", for establishment of dedicated R&D Lab. New R&D center opens at Pune in 2007.[6] Sales and support branch opened at Aurangabad, Coimbatore, Vizag and Cochin in 2007.[4]

In 2008, Quick Heal were selected as hosts for the AVcAR 2008 International conference held at Delhi.[5]

In 2010, Quick Heal received an investment of INR 60 Crores from Sequoia Capital[7] And new branch offices were opened in Madurai, Tamil Nadu. In 2012, offices were opened in Japan and US, and in 2013, offices were opened in Africa and UAE.

In 2014, Quick Heal achieved Quality Management System Registration ISO 9001[8]

In 2015, Quick Heal grows to 31 branch offices and 1100+ employees, and has over 8 million customers worldwide[9]

Products

Retail Products

For Computers and Laptops

  • Quick Heal Total Security: For secure online banking, smooth Internet surfing and robust protection for PCs
  • Quick Heal Internet Security: Bank, chat, email, and browse online with round-the-clock security
  • Quick Heal AntiVirus Pro: Tough on malware, light on PCs
  • Quick Heal Total Security for Mac: Reliable security created to protect Mac users against zero-day threats, malicious software, spam and other online threats
  • Quick Heal AntiVirus for Server: Simpler and smarter security provides complete protection to servers. Low footprint of this suite ensures protection against latest threats without slowing systems
  • Quick Heal PCTuner 3.0: The agile software used in PCTuner ups the system performance and deletes traces of popularly used applications in the system


For Mobiles and Tablets

  • Quick Heal Total Security for Android: The best mobile security suite protects mobile devices using Anti-Theft feature and easy-to-use virus protection
  • Quick Heal Mobile Security for Android: Quick Heal Mobile Security helps save time and ensures productivity by e¬ffortlessly blocking unwanted calls and SMSs
  • Quick Heal Tablet Security for Android: Secures the file system of tablets from malicious threats. Protection remains active in the operating memory of the device and scans all files that are open or saved including those on the memory card.
  • Quick Heal Gadget Securance: A combination of premium handset insurance and robust mobile security
  • Fonetastic (Free and Pro): Fonetastic is an all-in-one app for Android devices. Built with multiple productivity and security features, it enhances performance of devices and stops Internet threats such as malware and infected websites. The app also protects device apps and personal information like pictures, videos, messages, etc., with a password.
  • Quick Heal Optimizer: A simple and light optimizer app for iOS devices


Enterprise Solutions from Quick Heal

Seqrite is Quick Heal's Enterprise Security brand defined by innovation and simplicity. Launched in 2015, Seqrite solutions are a combination of intelligence, analysis of applications and state-of-the-art technology, and are designed to provide better protection for enterprise users Endpoint Security: Complete protection and control of desktops and laptops with centrally managed console. Endpoint security solutions include Endpoint Security Total, Endpoint Security Business, Endpoint Security SME, Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Seqrite Cloud Gateway Security: Advanced gateway solution with the best of antivirus, firewall, web filter - all in one powerful appliance. Gateway Security solution include TERMINATOR (UTM) - power-packed gateway security solution that provides the first line of defense against all emerging threats Server Security: Security solutions for critical servers customized to give best security with optimum performance. Server Security Solutions include Antivirus for Server and Antivirus for Linux

  • Endpoint Security: Complete protection and control of desktops and laptops with centrally managed console. Endpoint security solutions include Endpoint Security Total, Endpoint Security Business, Endpoint Security SME, Mobile Device Management (MDM) and Seqrite Cloud
  • Gateway Security: Advanced gateway solution with the best of antivirus, firewall, web filter - all in one powerful appliance. Gateway Security solution include TERMINATOR (UTM) - power-packed gateway security solution that provides the first line of defense against all emerging threats
  • Server Security: Security solutions for critical servers customized to give best security with optimum performance. Server Security Solutions include Antivirus for Server and Antivirus for Linux

Product history

  • First Quick Heal AntiVirus for DOS released in 1994
  • Quick Heal for Win 3.1 released in 1995 followed by Quick Heal for Windows 95 in 1996[4]
  • Quick Heal 2005 Corporate edition 2.0 released[5]
  • CAT introduces DNA Scan technology in 2005
  • CAT releases Qcuick Heal 2006 with DNA scan technology capable of detecting unknown viruses in real time without depending on latest signature patterns[4]
  • Bundling of Quick Heal AntiVirus with Microsoft Windows XP, MSWGA in 2006
  • Quick Heal is the first to detect Black worm in 2006[4]
  • Company launches Quick Heal’s multi-lingual version in Hindi, Marathi and Tamil in 2006[5]
  • Quick Heal PC Tuner gets Microsoft certification for Windows Vista in 2007 [5]
  • Quick Heal becomes a Certified Microsoft partner in 2008
  • Antivirus + Antispyware OESISOKTM designation from OPSWAT for Quick Heal AntiVirus Version 9.50 on Windows XP Operating system[5]
  • West Coast Labs' acclaimed Check-Mark certification on Windows Vista Business Edition[5]
  • Product for ISP customers released in 2010.[5]
  • Launches the Windows Mobile Scan for Windows Mobile Operating Systems[10]
  • Released 2012 version of Quick Heal Desktop Products with Cloud-based security for 360 degree protection[11]
  • Launched Mobile Security Suite for Android and Blackberry[12]
  • Launched 2014 series with Advanced DNAScan, Machine Level Learning to reduce [4]
  • Releases Endpoint Security 5.3 with Device Control and extended support for Apple Mac OS X platforms[13]
  • Completely revamped Endpoint Security 6.0 released with Data Loss Prevention, Asset Management, File Activity Monitor and Advanced Devoice Controls [14]

See also

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