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Apigee was acquired by Google (Nov 2016)— see Google for current status.
Apigee

Apigee

API Managementcloud.google.com

Apigee provides enterprise-grade API management that enables organizations to securely expose, manage, and monetize their APIs while gaining insights through analytics and creating consistent developer experiences.

Last updated Jun 23, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team

Founded
2004
HQ
San Jose, California, United States
Parent
Connections
25

At a glance

Employees
501-1000
Funding
$207M
Revenue
$100M-$200M
16integrations7competitors1corporate family1acquisitions

About

Leading API management platform within Google Cloud ecosystem

Apigee is an API management platform that provides a comprehensive suite of tools for designing, securing, deploying, monitoring, and scaling APIs. Originally founded as an independent company in 2004, Apigee built a reputation as a leading API management solution, helping enterprises expose their backend services as APIs and manage the entire API lifecycle. In 2016, Google acquired Apigee for $625 million and integrated it into Google Cloud Platform, where it continues to operate as a distinct product offering. Today, Apigee serves as Google Cloud's primary API management solution, enabling organizations to create a consistent developer experience across their API ecosystem while providing analytics, security, and monetization capabilities. As part of Google Cloud, Apigee maintains its core functionality while benefiting from Google's infrastructure and global reach. The platform serves enterprises across various industries including financial services, healthcare, retail, and telecommunications, helping them implement API-first strategies and digital transformation initiatives. Apigee's capabilities extend beyond basic API management to include API analytics, developer portal creation, API monetization, and integration with Google Cloud services, making it a comprehensive solution for organizations building modern, API-driven architectures.

Business model

SaaS

Target market

Enterprise

What they offer

  • Apigee API Management

    Core platform for designing, securing, and managing APIs with traffic management, security policies, and analytics

  • Apigee Hybrid

    Hybrid deployment option allowing API management across cloud and on-premises environments

  • API Analytics

    Advanced analytics and monitoring capabilities for API performance, usage patterns, and business metrics

  • Developer Portal

    Customizable portal for API documentation, developer onboarding, and API key management

  • API Monetization

    Tools for creating revenue models around APIs including rate plans, billing, and payment processing

Key features

API proxy and gateway functionalityTraffic management and rate limitingOAuth 2.0 and API key authenticationReal-time and historical API analyticsDeveloper portal and documentationAPI monetization capabilitiesThreat protection and security policiesMulti-cloud and hybrid deploymentAPI lifecycle managementMediation and transformation policies

Use cases

Digital transformation and API-first architectureExposing legacy systems as modern APIsMobile and web application backend managementPartner and third-party developer ecosystem enablementAPI monetization and productizationMicroservices management and governanceOpen banking and financial services APIsHealthcare data exchange and interoperabilityRetail omnichannel experiencesIoT device connectivity and management

Customer segments

Large enterprisesFinancial services institutionsHealthcare organizationsRetail and e-commerce companiesTelecommunications providersGovernment agenciesMedia and entertainment companies

Tech & specs

Technology stack

Google Cloud PlatformKubernetesNode.jsJavaOAuth 2.0OpenAPI SpecificationREST APIsGraphQLgRPC

Security & compliance

SOC 2ISO 27001GDPRHIPAAPCI DSSFedRAMP

Deployment

CloudHybridOn-premise

API

Yes

Corporate history
  1. 2004 · Founded
  2. 2016Acquired by Google4 sources
    Still operating as part of Google
Connection details
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