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Zscaler Acquires SquareX to Enhance Browser Security

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Zscaler has acquired SquareX, a browser security firm, to integrate its Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution into its Zero Trust Exchange platform. The acquisition aims to extend security to unmanaged devices, allowing organizations to secure users within their preferred browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge without needing a full agent or a separate enterprise browser. The deal closed on February 5, 2026, and is part of Zscaler's strategy to enhance its security capabilities.

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  1. 06.02.2026 04:48 1 articles · 19h ago

    Zscaler Acquires SquareX to Enhance Browser Security

    Zscaler has acquired SquareX, a browser security firm, to integrate its Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution into its Zero Trust Exchange platform. The acquisition aims to extend security to unmanaged devices, allowing organizations to secure users within their preferred browsers like Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge without needing a full agent or a separate enterprise browser. The deal closed on February 5, 2026.

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  • SquareX offers a Browser Detection and Response (BDR) solution that converts any web browser into an enterprise-grade secure browser.

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  • SquareX's browser extension manages threats like malicious extensions, phishing, genAI data leakage, and insider threats directly within the browser environment.

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  • Zscaler aims to extend security to unmanaged devices, enabling organizations to secure users within their preferred browsers without the need for a full agent or a separate enterprise browser.

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  • SquareX raised $20 million in a Series A funding round led by SYN Ventures in April 2025.

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  • The acquisition of SquareX by Zscaler closed on February 5, 2026.

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