Cloudflare is a web performance and security company that provides online services to protect and accelerate websites online. Its online platforms include Cloudflare CDN that distributes content around the world to speed up websites, Cloudflare optimizer that enables web pages with ad servers and third-party widgets to download Snappy software on mobiles and computers, CloudFlare security that protects websites from a range of online threats including spam, SQL injection, and DDOS, Cloudflare analytics that gives insight into website’s traffic including threats and search engine crawlers, Keyless SSL that allows organizations to keep secure sockets layer (SSL) keys private, and Cloudflare applications that help its users install web applications on their websites. Lee Holloway, Matthew Prince, and Michelle Zatlyn founded Cloudflare in 2009, with its headquarters in San Francisco in California.

Cloudflare's core mission is centered around building a safer, faster, and more reliable internet experience for users worldwide. By providing cutting-edge security, performance, and reliability solutions, Cloudflare strives to empower businesses and individuals to protect their digital assets and enhance their online presence. With a strong commitment to innovation and accessibility, Cloudflare aims to create a more secure and efficient internet ecosystem, fostering global connectivity and promoting digital growth for all.

• Project Galileo: Free tools for politically and artistically important organizations and journalists to defend against attacks and censorship
• Athenian Project: Free protection and reliability for state and local governments to ensure access to election information and voter registration
• Path Forward Partnership: 16-week positions for mid-career professionals returning to the workplace after taking time off to care for a child, parent, or loved one
• 1.1.1.1: A faster, more secure, and privacy-centric public DNS resolver, available for everyone to use without storing client IP addresses or selling user data to advertisers

• Trust and Transparency: Cloudflare values trust and transparency in all aspects of the company, from communication with customers to internal decision-making processes.
• Empowerment: Cloudflare empowers its employees to take ownership of their work and make decisions that drive the company's success.
• Innovation: Cloudflare fosters a culture of innovation, encouraging employees to think outside the box and explore new ideas to improve the company's products and services.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Cloudflare values diversity and inclusion, striving to create a workplace that is welcoming and supportive of all employees, regardless of their background or identity.
• Customer Obsession: Cloudflare is committed to providing the best possible experience for its customers, prioritizing their needs and working tirelessly to exceed their expectations.