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Dashlane

New York, US · Founded 2011 · Delaware corporation · 309 employees on LinkedIn · 6 known investors

Dashlane provides a credential security platform that unifies password management and credential protection for businesses. The platform uses zero-knowledge security architecture to help organizations protect against credential-based security threats across their workforce.

Also known as Dashlane Inc.

Founders & leadership

ESEmmanuel Schalit
Emmanuel SchalitExecutive

Board

BLBernard Liautaud
Bernard Liautaudin𝕏Co-Founder and Chairman of the BoardManaging Partner at Balderton Capital
AFAlex Ferrara
Alex Ferrarain𝕏Board MemberPartner at Bessemer Venture Partners
HKHabib Kairouz
Habib KairouzinBoard directorManaging Partner at Rho Ventures
RHRick Heitzmann
Rick Heitzmannin𝕏Board directorFounder and Partner at FirstMark Capital
JD
John DanaherBoard director
CP
Carl PascarellaBoard director

Investors · 6

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$129.2M disclosed across 3 of 4 rounds · 2014–2019

$85MraisedMay 2019 · 6 investors · Other
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • John DanaherDirector
  • Emmanuel SchalitExecutive Officer, Director
  • Bernard LiautaudDirector
  • Alex FerraraDirector
  • Seth FarbmanDirector
  • Habib KairouzDirector
  • David LapterExecutive Officer
  • Davison PaullExecutive Officer
  • Jim GoetzDirector
  • Rick HeitzmannDirector
Offering amount
$85M
Amount sold
$85M
First sale
May 2019
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$22.5MraisedJun 2016 · 5 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Emmanuel SchalitExecutive Officer, Director
  • Bernard LiautaudDirector
  • Alex FerraraDirector
  • Habib KairouzDirector
  • Rick HeitzmannDirector
  • John DanaherDirector
  • Carl PascarellaDirector
Offering amount
$22.5M
Amount sold
$22.5M
First sale
Apr 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$21.7MraisedMay 2014 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Habib KairouzDirector
  • Bernard LiautaudDirector
  • Emmanuel SchalitExecutive Officer, Director, Promoter
  • Alex FerraraDirector
  • Rick HeitzmannDirector
Offering amount
$21.7M
Amount sold
$21.7M
First sale
May 2014
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

Company profile

researched Aug 2026

Dashlane develops password management and credential security software for both organizations and individual consumers. Its business offering is marketed under the Dashlane Omnix brand, which combines an encrypted vault for employee credentials, secure credential sharing with granular admin controls and role-based permissions, in-browser detection of weak and compromised credentials, and real-time phishing detection. The company positions Omnix as extending visibility to logins that sit outside single sign-on coverage, and it integrates with third-party tools such as Microsoft Sentinel for remediation workflows and KnowBe4 for triggering contextual security awareness training. A natural-language assistant, Omnix AI Advisor, and a Vault Enforcement capability were both listed as in beta.

On the consumer side, Dashlane sells a personal password manager available through Premium and Family plans. Features include cross-device and cross-browser vault sync, AI-powered autofill of logins, payment cards and personal identity documents, a password generator, one-time password (2FA) code generation, dark web monitoring and breach alerts, a Password Health score, Secure Notes for encrypted document storage, phishing alerts at autofill time, AI-powered Scam Protection that flags suspicious sites, and a VPN provided in partnership with Hotspot Shield. Data is encrypted on the user's device under a master password using a zero-knowledge architecture, and the company also supports passwordless accounts.

Dashlane's apps run on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Android, alongside a browser extension and web app for desktop computers. As of 2019 the company described itself as serving more than 11 million people across 180 countries in 11 languages, with offices in New York City, Paris and Lisbon.

Founding story

Dashlane's founders are listed as Guillaume Maron (Co-founder & VP of Architecture), Alexis Fogel, Jean Guillou, Bernard Liautaud and Emmanuel Schalit. Liautaud, who founded the company, also serves on its board.

Business model

Dashlane sells subscription software in two segments: business plans for organizations, sold through a sales-assisted motion with demo requests and contact-sales flows, and consumer plans (Premium and Family, the latter covering 10 accounts on one subscription) sold directly online with annual billing and a free tier plus a 14-day trial. Mobile apps are distributed free with in-app purchases.

Recurring subscription fees. Consumer Premium and Family plans are priced per month billed annually, with a free download and in-app purchases on mobile; business plans are sold via direct sales.

Traction

As of the May 2019 Series D announcement, Dashlane reported more than 11 million users across 180 countries, availability in 11 languages, and offices in New York City, Paris and Lisbon. Its iOS app holds a 4.8 out of 5 rating from about 107,000 ratings. The company publishes customer references including JFK International Air Terminal 4, Downer Group, Chapters Health System, Buena Vista University, Thirdfort and OOLY.

Latest developments

Dashlane has introduced Omnix AI Advisor, a natural-language AI security assistant embedded in the Omnix platform, and lists Vault Enforcement as in beta. It announced an integration with KnowBe4 that turns in-browser phishing detection into automatically triggered security awareness training, and it integrates browser telemetry with Microsoft Sentinel for real-time remediation. On the consumer side, it launched AI-powered Scam Protection for Premium subscribers.

Full profile — market position, technology, go-to-market, geography, history

Market position

Dashlane describes itself as a credential security provider and, at the time of its 2019 Series D, as a leading credential and digital identity management solution; its Series D lead investor characterized the credential-security category as one with the potential to eventually surpass anti-virus in size. The consumer product cites recognition from PCWorld, PC Mag, the Webby Awards, Kiplinger's, Inc.com and Techlicious.

The company frames Omnix as going beyond traditional password management by covering credential risk in domains not protected by single sign-on, detecting risk at the point of use in the browser, and catching phishing pages that email filters and endpoint tools miss. Its zero-knowledge encryption model and cross-platform vault sync are presented as core product properties.

Technology

Zero-knowledge security architecture in which user data is encrypted on-device under a master password and is not visible to Dashlane. The platform uses browser-based telemetry to detect weak, reused or compromised credentials and to identify phishing sites in real time before credentials are entered, with AI used for autofill, scam detection and the Omnix AI Advisor assistant. Additional components include a password generator, built-in OTP generation for 2FA, dark web breach scanning, passkey support, encrypted Secure Notes, and a VPN provided in partnership with Hotspot Shield. Access is via browser extension, web app, macOS app, and iOS and Android apps, with email verification and 2FA security checks at login.

Go-to-market

Business go-to-market runs through direct sales with demo requests, customer case studies and a public trust center for compliance certifications, plus ecosystem integrations with Microsoft Sentinel and KnowBe4. Consumer acquisition is self-serve via the website and the Apple App Store, supported by free trials, press reviews and industry awards.

Enterprise and mid-market IT and security teams — including identity and access management leaders, CISOs and IT specialists — as well as individual consumers and families. Cited customers span aviation (JFK International Air Terminal 4), infrastructure services (Downer Group), healthcare (Chapters Health System), higher education (Buena Vista University), technology (Thirdfort) and retail (OOLY).

Geography

Offices in New York City, Paris and Lisbon as of 2019, with products available in 11 languages and users reported across 180 countries.

History

Dashlane raised a $110 million Series D led by Sequoia Capital in May 2019, with participation from existing investors Rho Ventures, FirstMark Capital and Bessemer Venture Partners; Sequoia's Jim Goetz joined the board and Joy Howard was appointed CMO. At that time the company had raised over $185 million in total and was led by co-founder and CEO Emmanuel Schalit. The company is now led by CEO John Bennett, and has expanded from consumer password management into enterprise credential security with the Omnix platform, adding AI-based scam and phishing protection and the Omnix AI Advisor.

Compiled by commissioned research from 8 cited public sources — announcements, filings, and press listed under research sources below.

Key figures

latest reported
HeadcountAug 2026309
IOS App Store ratingJan 20254.8 stars
IOS App Store ratings countJan 2025107,000 ratings
Languages supportedMay 201911 languages
Total capital raisedMay 2019$185M
UsersMay 201911,000,000 people

Company-reported or press-reported figures, each dated to when it was claimed — not independently audited.

Founder mafia

3 people who came through Dashlane went on to found or lead other companies.

Competitors · 7

by search overlap
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Proton2754 shared keywordsProton develops free and open-source privacy and security software including encrypted email, contacts, and VPN services. The company uses its technology and resources to defend digital freedom, internet access, and privacy rights globally, particularly for journalists, activists, and people living under authoritarian regimes.
Kolide2544 shared keywords1Password Enterprise Password Manager (EPM) is a zero-knowledge secrets manager that centralizes passwords, passkeys, SSH keys, API tokens, and AI agent credentials in encrypted, policy-governed vaults. It targets enterprise security and IT teams, offering least-privilege access controls, SIEM audit streaming, and developer secret management as part of its Unified Access platform.
Bitwarden2286 shared keywordsBitwarden offers a credential and secrets management platform that discovers shadow AI, governs AI agent access, and protects credentials across human, machine, and AI identities. It serves businesses seeking to secure the use of AI agents with open-source, end-to-end encrypted tools and compliance support.
Keeper Security2140 shared keywordsKeeper Security provides a zero-knowledge encrypted password manager, secrets manager, and privileged access management (PAM) platform for organizations, with features covering vault storage, credential sharing, session management, and compliance auditing. It serves enterprises and public-sector customers, offering integrations with identity providers, SIEM tools, and DevOps pipelines.
Malwarebytes1684 shared keywordsMalwarebytes provides consumer and small-business cybersecurity software, including antivirus and web protection, a privacy VPN, ad/tracker blocking, and identity theft monitoring with insurance. It also offers a browser extension that blocks unsafe content and detects tech support scams, plus a tool for checking suspicious links and screenshots.
ESET Southern Africa1281 shared keywordsESET is a cybersecurity company focused on protecting users' technology, with initiatives spanning cybersecurity education, research, and environmental sustainability. It emphasizes building a digitally resilient world through its products and ESG efforts.

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Timeline · 7

launches, deals, and filings
Jan 2025
PCWorld names Dashlane "Best Password Manager"

Dashlane cites recognition including PCWorld 2025 "Best Password Manager", PC Mag "Editors' Choice Award", and a Webby Award People's Voice for Best Mobile Services & Utilities App.

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Jan 2025
Integration with KnowBe4 for security awareness training

Dashlane announced an integration with security awareness training platform KnowBe4, allowing in-browser phishing detection to automatically trigger contextual security training for employees.

source ↗

Jan 2025
AI-powered Scam Protection for personal plans

Dashlane added AI-powered Scam Protection to its Premium personal plan, analyzing and warning users about suspicious sites before they log in or share information.

source ↗

Jan 2025
Omnix AI Advisor introduced

Dashlane unveiled Omnix AI Advisor, a natural-language AI security assistant embedded in the Dashlane Omnix platform that turns live browser telemetry into guided remediation steps; the company lists it as in beta on its site.

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May 2019
Dashlane closes $110 million Series D led by Sequoia Capital

Dashlane announced a $110 million Series D round led by Sequoia Capital, with Jim Goetz of Sequoia joining the board. Existing investors Rho Ventures, FirstMark Capital and Bessemer Venture Partners participated. The company said funds would be used to enhance its core product, add capabilities for consumers and businesses, and build its brand.

$110M source ↗

May 2019
Jim Goetz joins board of directors

Sequoia Capital partner Jim Goetz joined Dashlane's board of directors in connection with the Series D round, following the earlier addition of former Spotify CMO Seth Farbman.

source ↗

May 2019
Joy Howard appointed Chief Marketing Officer

Dashlane announced that Joy Howard, then CMO of Lyft, would join as Chief Marketing Officer in August 2019, overseeing global marketing and policy-related initiatives.

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Dated company events from announcements, filings, and press; legal rows summarize public dockets and regulator releases.

Legal entities · 1

corporate structure
DashlaneDelaware

In the news

Research sources · 8

primary sources listed

8 public sources were cited for this profile; the first-party ones are listed here.

Frequently asked questions

What does Dashlane do?
Dashlane is a credential security and password management platform for businesses and consumers.
Who are Dashlane's investors?
Dashlane's investors include Bessemer Venture Partners, FirstMark Capital, Rho Capital Partners, Rho Ventures, Sequoia Capital, Balderton Capital.
How much funding has Dashlane raised?
Dashlane has disclosed $129.2M raised across 3 of its 4 known rounds.
Where is Dashlane headquartered?
Dashlane is headquartered in New York, US.