Miller Johnson Represents Optery in its Sale to Surfshark
The Transaction
In September 2026, Miller Johnson represented Optery in the sale of a majority stake in Optery to Surfshark, a global cybersecurity company headquartered in the Netherlands.
Optery is a US-based data removal company specializing in deleting personal information from search engine results, data brokers, and people-search sites. Optery’s specialized scanning technology, detailed screenshot reporting, and extensive US data broker coverage make it a leader in personal data protection.
The acquisition aligns with Surfshark’s strategic commitment to invest in top-tier privacy solutions and strengthen individual security against evolving digital threats. Optery will continue to operate as a standalone company, maintaining its separate team, client base, technical architecture, and features. The transaction represents Surfshark’s second strategic acquisition, following its 2024 acquisition of Ironwall.
Miller Johnson acted as legal advisor to Optery in the transaction. The Miller Johnson team was led by Dustin Daniels (M&A) and Michael Penny (M&A), with Janelle Darnell (Tax), Joseph Inzano (M&A), and Joseph Mekis (M&A) assisting on the matter.
Optery
Optery is a US-based data removal company that specializes in deleting personal information from search engine results, data brokers, and people-search sites. Founded by Lawrence Gentilello, Chen Atlas, and Dekel Barzilay, Optery empowers individuals and organizations to take control of their digital footprint through its specialized scanning technology, detailed screenshot reporting, and extensive US data broker coverage.
Surfshark
Surfshark is a global cybersecurity and digital privacy company headquartered in the Netherlands, with offices in Lithuania, Poland, and the United States. Surfshark unites an ecosystem of privacy and security brands, including Incogni, Ironwall, Optery, and HeyPolo. Its multi-brand portfolio includes a premium audited VPN, scam protection solutions, antivirus software, and specialized privacy-focused services.
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