Nitro
Provides digital document tools including PDF editing and e-signatures.
Company facts
- Founded
- 2005
- Employees
- 300
- Headquarters
- United States
- CEO
- Cormac Whelan
- Type
- Private
- Funding
- Private Equity · $357.5M · 2023
- Subsidiaries
- Connective, PDFpen
About
What began in Melbourne, Australia, in 2005 as a vision held by a small team has blossomed into Nitro Software, a global force in document productivity. The founders embarked on a journey to offer a compelling alternative to complex and costly PDF editing and eSignature software. Their mission was straightforward: to simplify document workflows, making them smarter and more secure for everyone, from students to executives. They believed that powerful tools should be accessible and intuitive, empowering individuals and teams to concentrate on their most important work. Over the years, Nitro's dedication to this vision has propelled its growth. The company expanded its horizons, establishing its global headquarters in San Francisco and opening key offices in Dublin, London, and other locations worldwide to better serve its expanding international clientele. This global presence reflects Nitro's commitment to understanding and addressing the diverse needs of its users across various industries and geographies. Today, Nitro proudly serves a significant portion of the Fortune 500, a testament to the trust and value it delivers. The company's core offerings, including the Nitro PDF Pro, Nitro Sign, and the broader Nitro Productivity Suite, are designed to streamline how people create, edit, share, and sign documents. This evolution from a niche PDF solution to a comprehensive document productivity platform underscores Nitro's continuous innovation and adaptation to the evolving digital landscape, always keeping the user experience and security at the forefront.