PKWARE, a global leader in automated data security, has joined forces with Atakama, a pioneer in multifactor encryption, to support Atakama customers as the Atakama Multifactor Encryption (MFE) solution nears its end-of-life in February 2026. This strategic partnership ensures continuity through PKWARE’s PK Protect Encryption platform.
PKWARE partners with Atakama to transition MFE customers by February 2026.
PK Protect Encryption replaces Atakama’s Multifactor Encryption solution.
PKWARE offers automated data discovery, classification, and redaction.
Partnership ensures seamless migration with dedicated PKWARE support.
PK Protect enhances data security, compliance, and breach prevention.
Atakama customers can consult PKWARE experts for transition guidance.
As Atakama’s Multifactor Encryption solution approaches its end-of-life in February 2026, PKWARE’s PK Protect Encryption has been selected as the trusted replacement. This partnership ensures Atakama customers maintain familiar encryption capabilities while gaining access to PKWARE’s advanced data protection features. "Our mission has always been to deliver the industry's most complete and automated data security platform for over 40 years," said Tonya Cannady, President & Chief Revenue Officer at PKWARE.
PKWARE’s PK Protect platform goes beyond encryption, offering automated data discovery to identify sensitive data, smart data classification for real-time governance, and automated redaction for secure data sharing. These features help organizations reduce breach risks, ensure compliance, and optimize data retention. The platform provides a robust solution for enterprises seeking to strengthen their data security framework.
PKWARE is committed to a smooth transition for Atakama customers, offering dedicated support from its team of experts. "We take tremendous pride in what we've built with Atakama Multifactor Encryption, and we are confident that PKWARE is the ideal partner to carry that vision forward," said Daniel H. Gallancy, Chief Executive Officer at Atakama. Customers are encouraged to schedule consultations to explore how PK Protect meets their evolving security needs.
This partnership positions PKWARE and Atakama customers for continued success in data security. By combining PKWARE’s comprehensive platform with dedicated migration support, organizations can maintain robust protection and compliance in an evolving digital landscape.
PKWARE offers the only data discovery and protection solution that locates and secures sensitive data to minimize organizational risks and costs, regardless of device or environment. Our software enables visibility and control of personal data, even in complex environments, making PKWARE a global leader in data discovery, security, and compliance.
Atakama is the pioneer in multifactor encryption, enabling unrivaled data protection through distributed cryptographic key management. Organizations rely on Atakama to protect their most sensitive data, even when identity and rules-based access controls fail. Atakama removes the conventional trade-off between data security and accessibility by protecting data, simplifying the user experience, and visualizing data usage and security trends.
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