Thread Group

Thread Group is a non-profit organization based in San Ramon, California, with 20 employees. The Thread Group develops and promotes Thread, an open-standard networking protocol designed for low-power, mesh networks in homes and buildings. This protocol enables secure, reliable connections between hundreds of devices, including consumer electronics, smart appliances, and sensors. Thread specializes in connecting these devices to each other and directly to the cloud using the IPv6 framework. The Thread Group is dedicated to establishing Thread as the foundational technology for the Internet of Things (IoT) in the home. They achieve this by educating both product developers and consumers about the advantages of Thread, such as improved energy efficiency and security. The organization also ensures a high-quality user experience through rigorous product certification programs. For more information about Thread and the Thread Group, visit their website at threadgroup.org.