Social Value Initiative

Our promise for a harmonious, coexisting society

Since its founding, AhnLab has strived to fulfill its social role as a leading software & security company.

Based on our founding philosophy of "Through continuous research and development, we contribute to a harmonious, coexisting society," we take the lead in realizing social values to become a role model company for society. We also realize our founding philosophy, proving that public interest and profit-seeking are compatible, not incompatible.

AhnLab can trace its roots back to 1988, when its founder developed V3, an antivirus program, and distributed it free of charge for the next seven years. The philosophy of contributing to the public good has been ingrained in AhnLab since its founding in 1995, as the company sought to establish a non-profit corporation. Based on this philosophy, AhnLab realizes various social values by combining original know-how and innovation independently or in collaboration with government agencies and non-profit organizations.

Authenticity, sustainability, and customer engagement are the most important for realizing corporate social value. AhnLab strives to carry out social value realization activities that are authentic, sustainable, and involve customers.

We aim to create a Creating Shared Value (CSV) model that pursues both 'social value,' which society expects from companies, and 'corporate value,' which is profit-conscious.

In addition, AhnLab will further focus on 'eco-friendly management' and 'fulfillment of social responsibility' under the 'right governance' to realize ultimate social value.

This is AhnLab's social contribution philosophy and principles as well.