Formal is a data security platform that provides organizations with solutions to understand and control their data effectively. The company develops a modern protocol-aware reverse-proxy for datastores and APIs, enabling real-time visibility into how sensitive data is stored, consumed, and used, thereby facilitating enforcement of privacy policies through mechanisms such as data masking, filtering, and anonymization. Formal serves a range of clients, including renowned companies like Ramp, Gusto, and Notion, addressing issues related to data security, compliance, and infrastructure access. Backed by respected venture capital firms and industry experts, Formal prioritizes innovation and collaboration to enhance data management practices and foster a secure data environment.