VeriSign VRSN · USD
Information Technology · IT Services · US listing · 🇺🇸 United States
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About VeriSign
From its filings with the US Securities and Exchange Commission
VeriSign is based in Reston, Virginia and is incorporated in Delaware. Its shares trade on Nasdaq under the ticker VRSN. It is a member of the S&P 500. The SEC classifies its business as computer programming services. In the fiscal year to 31 December 2025, it reported revenue of $1.66bn and net income of $825.7m. At that date it held total assets of $1.33bn and shareholders' equity of −$2.15bn. By region, U.S. [Member] accounted for 66.0%, followed by EMEA [Member] at 16.9% and Asia Pacific at 11.1%.
We are a global provider of critical internet infrastructure and domain name registry services, enabling internet navigation for many of the world’s most recognized domain names. We help enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the Domain Name System (“DNS”) and the internet by providing Root Zone Maintainer services, operating two of the thirteen global internet root servers, and providing registration services and authoritative resolution for the .com and .net top-level domains (“TLDs”), which support the majority of global e-commerce.
Pursuant to our agreements with the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (“ICANN”), we make available files containing all active domain names registered in the .com and .net registries. Further, we also make available a summary of the active zone count registered in the .com and .net registries and the number of .com and .net domain name registrations in the domain name base. The zone counts and information on how to obtain access to the zone files can be found at https://www.verisign.com/resources/zone-file/. The domain name base is the active zone plus the number of domain names that are registered but not configured for use in the respective top-level domain zone file plus the number of domain names that are in a client or server hold status. The domain name base may also reflect compensated or uncompensated judicial or administrative actions to keep in or remove from the active zone an immaterial number of domain names. These files and the related summary data are updated at least once per day.
Quoted from its 10-K, filed 5 Feb 2026. Read the filing on SEC.gov ↗
Company facts
- Sector
- Information Technology
- Industry
- IT Services
- Listed since
- 29 Jan 1998
- Employees
- 926
- Website
- verisign.com ↗
- Head office
- 12061 BLUEMONT WAY, RESTON, VA, 20190
- Incorporated in
- DE
- Classification
- Services-Computer Programming Services
- Filer status
- Large accelerated filer
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. D. BidzosExecutive Chairman of the Board, President, Chief Executive Officer, since 1995$14.1m
- Mr. John CalysExecutive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer$1.4m
- Mr. Thomas IndelicartoExecutive Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary$4.6m
- Mr. Danny McPhersonExecutive Vice President - Technology, Chief Security Officer$4.6m
- Mr. Timothy TomlinsonLead Independent Director$388,329
- Mr. Courtney ArmstrongIndependent Director$356,694
- Dr. Yehuda BuchalterIndependent Director$368,040
- Ms. Kathleen CoteIndependent Director$378,329
- Ms. Jamie GorelickIndependent Director$328,329
- Ms. Debra MccannIndependent Director$220,781
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 64
- Environment
- 37
- Social
- 87
- Governance
- 70
- Women in the workforce
- 30%
- Carbon reduction policy
- No
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
AI-generated by our data supplier. Not written or checked by our editors.
Strengths
- Strong brand image: Verisign is a well-established and recognized brand in the domain name industry.
- Global presence: The company has a strong presence worldwide, serving customers in over 200 countries.
- Leading market position: Verisign holds a dominant market share in domain name registrations, providing a competitive advantage.
- High barriers to entry: The industry requires technical expertise, significant infrastructure, and contractual relationships, making it difficult for new entrants to compete.
Weaknesses
- Dependence on domain name registrations: The majority of Verisign's revenue is derived from domain name registrations, making the company vulnerable to any decline in this market.
- Concentrated customer base: Verisign relies heavily on a small number of major customers, which increases the risk of revenue loss if any of these customers switch to competitors.
- Regulatory and legal risks: The industry is subject to various regulations and legal challenges, which can create uncertainty and impact Verisign's operations.
Opportunities
- Growing internet penetration: As internet usage continues to increase globally, there is a higher demand for domain name registrations and related services.
- Expansion into additional services: Verisign can leverage its strong brand and existing infrastructure to offer additional services like website security and online brand protection.
- Acquisitions and strategic partnerships: Verisign can consider acquiring complementary businesses or forming strategic partnerships to enhance its service offerings and expand its market reach.
Threats
- Intense competition: The domain name industry is highly competitive, with numerous players offering similar services, which can lead to pricing pressures and potential loss of market share.
- Technological advancements: Rapid technological changes can pose challenges to Verisign's business model, requiring continuous investments to stay ahead in terms of security and innovation.
- Cybersecurity threats: Increasing cybersecurity risks could impact Verisign's reputation and trust among customers, leading to potential revenue loss.
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