Additional Info

Websitehttps://www.upfort.com/
Company size (employees)10 to 49
Headquarters RegionNorth America

Overview

Upfort is a Series A cybersecurity startup revolutionizing the intersection of cybersecurity and insurance. With its innovative solutions like Cyber TuneUp and Inbox Defender, Upfort simplifies cyber risk management for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) while enabling insurers and brokers to streamline underwriting and improve loss outcomes.

Founded to address critical gaps in cyber insurance and cybersecurity, Upfort’s platform integrates real-time attack surface scans, proactive risk mitigation, and AI-powered underwriting automation. This dual focus ensures that SMEs can access affordable, effective cybersecurity while insurers can make data-driven decisions that optimize profitability and scalability.

Upfort’s impact spans the cybersecurity ecosystem: helping brokers guide clients through complex processes, empowering SMEs to address vulnerabilities before securing coverage, and enabling insurers to reduce claims by leveraging robust data models. Its privacy-preserving AI models, combined with a graph-powered cyber intelligence network, ensure that every defense strengthens the platform’s ability to protect customers from emerging threats.

With a mission to close the protection gap for underserved SMEs, Upfort has already processed over $100 million in premiums, reduced underwriting costs by 70%, and delivered a 75% claims reduction for policyholders using integrated tools. Its innovative approach has established Upfort as a transformative leader in the cybersecurity and insurance industries.

How we are different

Bridging Cybersecurity and Insurance: Upfort uniquely connects cybersecurity with insurance, delivering a comprehensive risk management solution for SMEs, brokers, and insurers. By aligning proactive cyber defense with financial risk mitigation, Upfort helps businesses strengthen security while ensuring they have the right coverage to recover from cyber incidents. This integrated approach reduces financial exposure and makes cybersecurity protection more accessible and cost-effective.


Data-Driven Innovation: Upfort’s proprietary AI models and graph-based intelligence network provide precise risk assessments and dynamic loss predictions. By analyzing real-time threat data, automating risk scoring, and adapting to emerging cyber risks, Upfort empowers insurers and businesses with actionable insights. This advanced approach enhances underwriting accuracy, reduces uncertainty, and sets a new standard for cyber risk management.


Proven Results, Real Impact: Upfort’s solutions have reduced underwriting costs by 70% and helped insurers decrease claim frequency by 75%. These measurable outcomes improve profitability for insurers, strengthen security for businesses, and expand access to cyber protection. By preventing losses and optimizing risk management, Upfort is reshaping the cybersecurity landscape with practical, high-impact solutions.


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