ESET
ESET is a global cybersecurity company that develops software for threat detection, antivirus, and internet security. Founded in 1992 in Slovakia, the company maintains its global headquarters in Bratislava and operates a network of research and development centers primarily located within the European Union.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Slovakia
HQ City
Bratislava
Founded
1992
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
SK
Ultimate Parent
ESET, spol. s r.o.
Data Hosting
SK
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
GDPR Status
compliant
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1992
Company Founded
ESET was established in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia, by Peter Paško, Miroslav Trnka, and Rudolf Hrubý.
2018
EU Headquarters Strategy
ESET solidified its focus on EU-based research and development by expanding its core operations within the union.