About Certo | The iPhone & Android Security Experts

August 2015
Certo Software is born
Mobile spyware usage was growing rapidly and detecting it on many devices was near impossible. Certo Software was founded by two experts in cyber security with a clear mission to create accessible and reliable anti-spyware solutions for mobile.

November 2015
Certo AntiSpy is launched
Following months of research and development, our flagship product - Certo AntiSpy, was released to the world. As the first ever spyware detection solution for iPhones, it marked the beginning of a new era in iOS security.

December 2016
Protected 1,000 devices
In just over a year, Certo AntiSpy had helped secure over 1,000 iOS devices. Our revolutionary software impressed customers with its threat detection capabilities and ease of use.

October 2017
Our iOS app is released
With the iPhone now celebrating its 10th birthday, our experts bring together years of extensive iOS security knowledge to create Certo Mobile Security. A free app with a unique approach that makes iPhone security accessible to everyone.

November 2018
Protected 25,000 devices
Certo rapidly establishes itself as the leading anti-spyware provider for iPhone users. With thousands of individuals and businesses worldwide trusting us to secure their devices.

January 2020
Certo for Android is unveiled
Now a respected cyber-security company and with a proven track record in iPhone spyware detection, Certo applied this same expertise to Android. After a full year of development, Certo Mobile Security for Android was released to the world.

September 2020
Joining the fight against stalkerware
Certo joined forces with the Coalition Against Stalkerware to combat non-consensual tracking via digital devices, and to work towards providing support for the survivors of tech abuse.

July 2021
Patenting our technology
Submitted patents for our ground-breaking iOS threat detection technology. Our unique solution dramatically simplifies spyware detection for consumers without compromising on accuracy.

February 2022
Award winning mobile security
Our iOS app Certo Mobile Security scoops the top Award in the Best Mobile App Awards. We put our all into everything we do and it's great for our team to get the recognition they deserve.

May 2022
500,000 devices protected
Certo reaches the major milestone of half a million devices secured across iOS and Android. A big thank you to everyone who has trusted us to safeguard their data and secure their mobile world.

March 2023
Three new awards for Certo
Certo scoops Gold awards for Anti-Malware Europe and Mobile Security Europe in the Cybersecurity Excellence Awards, as well as Gold in the Mobile Security category in the 19th Annual 2023 Globee Cybersecurity Awards.

Supporting survivors and fighting against tracking software

We’ve joined forces with the Coalition Against Stalkerware to combat non-consensual tracking via digital devices, and to work towards providing support for the survivors of domestic violence. Launched in November 2019, the Coalition Against Stalkerware became an important organization dedicated to protecting consumers from abuse, stalking and harassment via commercially-available surveillance software. At Certo, we’re proud to be part of the coalition and the drive to make cyber safety accessible for all.

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Protecting iPhone and Android users alike

Our industry-leading spyware detection tools are designed from the ground up to combat mobile threats. Whether you use iPhone or Android, we’ve got you covered.

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