Just got this in my email as we are a Webroot customer. Not sure how I feel about this yet. I think Webroot is great but have never been a fan of Carbonite.
I'm excited to announce that Webroot has entered into an agreement to be acquired by Carbonite, a leader in cloud-based data protection.
This is great news for customers and partners. The combined Webroot and Carbonite will offer an integrated solution for your top security needs today, and a platform for us to build upon in the future. When surveyed, small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs) consistently name endpoint security and backup and recovery services among their top priorities. We see great opportunities ahead in building on the Webroot solutions you trust — endpoint and network protection, security awareness training and threat intelligence services — and extending them to backup and data recovery, and beyond.
Just as important as complementary products, Webroot and Carbonite both have cultures dedicated to customer success. We do the right thing for our customers and partners. You can continue to expect both great solutions and great customer support from us, backed by same team you know today, whether you buy from us or through a channel partner.
Until the transaction closes, we must operate as separate companies. I look forward to sharing more information about our plans after close, which we expect to happen in the first calendar quarter of 2019.
Lastly, a reminder that cybercriminals often use transactions like this as cover for phishing attacks. Webroot will not be changing our banking details or payment processes in connection with this acquisition, and if you receive any communication suggesting otherwise it is likely a phishing attempt. Please call our Accounts Receivable department (number listed on every invoice and statement) to verify the communication is from us. We always recommend implementing security awareness training to ensure you and your employees are aware of the risks of phishing and other threats.
Thank you for your ongoing support, and I look forward to a great future together!
Mike Potts
President and CEO
Webroot