Confluent builds a data streaming platform designed to power real-time data flows for organizations worldwide. The platform enables companies to stream, connect, process, and govern data as it moves, supporting event-driven architectures and real-time analytics. The company was founded by the original creators of Apache Kafka.
Confluent's primary product, Confluent Cloud, is a fully managed data streaming service. The company also offers self-managed deployment options for organizations that prefer on-premises or other controlled environments. These offerings serve engineers, architects, and technical leaders across a range of industries.
The company's stated commitment is to make data streaming accessible and reliable for organizations of varying sizes, from small startups to large enterprises. Confluent operates on a global scale, with a geographic presence spanning worldwide markets.