Cape
Cape provides network-layer privacy for mobile users through its own secure carrier infrastructure.
Cape is a privacy-first mobile carrier that owns and operates its own mobile core and SIMs, addressing network-layer vulnerabilities that app-based solutions cannot fix. Unlike traditional MVNOs that resell carrier services, Cape embeds privacy and security at the cellular infrastructure level to protect against SIM swaps, surveillance, and metadata breaches. Founded by former Palantir executives with national security expertise, Cape serves U.S. government agencies, enterprise executives, journalists, and privacy-conscious consumers across the country.
Problem solved
Cellular network vulnerabilities like SIM swaps, surveillance, and metadata breaches occur at the network layer beyond the reach of app-based privacy tools like VPNs and encrypted messaging.
Target customer
U.S. national security professionals, enterprise executives, high-risk individuals (elected officials, public figures), journalists, activists, and privacy-conscious consumers willing to pay premium pricing
Founders
J
John Doyle
Founder & CEO
Ran national security business at Palantir for 10+ years, served as Green Beret in U.S. Army Special Forces, attended Harvard Law School.
G
Gavin Uhma
Co-Founder & CTO
Co-founded GoInstant (sold to Salesforce for $70M+ in 2012), founder at Slashjoin and Sidestory, prior co-founder at Mindstorm Communications.
Funding history
Series B
$61M
April 2024
Led by A* Capital, Andreessen Horowitz
· XYZ Ventures, ex/ante, Costanoa Ventures, Point72 Ventures, Forward Deployed VC, Karman Ventures
Series C
$100M
March 19, 2026
Led by Bain Capital Ventures, IVP
· 01 Advisors, 137 Ventures, Definition, Fifth Down Capital
Total raised:
$191M
Pricing
$99/month for unlimited domestic calls, texts, unlimited high-speed data (speeds reduce to 256 kbps after 50GB), and 5GB/month international roaming in 50+ countries. Partnership with Proton offers email, VPN, and password manager for $1 for 6 months.
Notable customers
U.S. Navy (Guam pilot), Vannevar Labs, national security professionals, enterprise executives, journalists, activists, high-risk individuals
Integrations
Proton (Mail, VPN, Password Manager)
Tech stack
React (JavaScript frameworks)
Next.js (Web servers)
Webpack
PWA
Open Graph
Sanity (CMS)
Vercel Analytics (Analytics)
VWO (Analytics)
Google Analytics (Analytics)
reCAPTCHA (Security)
HSTS (Security)
Node.js (Programming languages)
Apple iCloud Mail (Webmail)
Google Tag Manager (Tag managers)
Vercel (PaaS)
GoDaddy (Hosting)
Priority Hints (Performance)
Website
Competitors
Mint Mobile
Traditional MVNO that resells carrier services; lacks network-layer privacy controls and infrastructure ownership.
Phreeli
Privacy-by-design MVNO launched December 2024 running on T-Mobile's network; doesn't own mobile core infrastructure like Cape.
Why this matters: Cape represents a fundamental shift in how cellular infrastructure can be built—moving from closed, metadata-collecting incumbents to privacy-first architecture at the network layer. With $191M in funding from top-tier investors, government validation (Navy pilot), and a founder team with deep national security expertise, Cape is positioned to redefine secure mobile infrastructure for both government and commercial markets.
Best for: Organizations and individuals requiring network-layer security and privacy protection, including government agencies, enterprises handling sensitive communications, high-profile individuals at risk of digital attacks, and privacy-conscious users willing to pay premium pricing.
Use cases
Government and Defense Communications
U.S. Navy and defense agencies use Cape to secure communications in contested and remote environments. Cape's pilot with Naval forces in Guam demonstrated superior security against cyber threats compared to existing solutions.
Executive and Public Figure Protection
High-risk individuals including elected officials and corporate executives use Cape's ultra-secure service to prevent SIM swaps, targeted surveillance, and metadata collection. Network-layer encryption protects communications before they leave the device.
Journalist and Activist Communication
Journalists and activists use Cape to communicate securely without government or corporate surveillance at the cellular level. The service protects against location tracking and metadata breaches that occur outside app-based encryption tools.
Alternatives
Traditional Carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile)
Incumbents lack privacy-first architecture, collect extensive metadata, and don't own secure network cores; Cape built infrastructure specifically for privacy.
Standard MVNOs (Mint Mobile, Visible)
Resell carrier services without infrastructure ownership or network-layer security; Cape owns mobile core and implements proprietary privacy features.
Phreeli
Privacy-focused MVNO on T-Mobile network; lacks the infrastructure ownership and network-layer controls that Cape provides through its own mobile core.
FAQ
What does Cape do? +
Cape is a privacy-first mobile carrier that owns and operates its own mobile core and SIMs to embed privacy and security at the network layer. Unlike traditional carriers and MVNOs, Cape addresses cellular vulnerabilities like SIM swaps and surveillance that app-based tools cannot fix.
How much does Cape cost? +
$99/month for unlimited domestic calls, texts, unlimited high-speed data (256 kbps after 50GB), and 5GB international roaming in 50+ countries. Proton partnership adds email, VPN, and password manager for $1 for 6 months.
What are alternatives to Cape? +
Phreeli (privacy-focused MVNO on T-Mobile), traditional MVNOs like Mint Mobile (less security focus), and standard carriers like Verizon/AT&T (no privacy infrastructure). Cape differs by owning its mobile core and embedding privacy at the network level.
Who uses Cape? +
U.S. national security professionals, government agencies (Navy), enterprise executives, elected officials, corporate executives, journalists, activists, and privacy-conscious consumers. The customer mix is roughly 50% government and 50% consumer, with consumer segment growing rapidly.
How does Cape compare to traditional carriers? +
Traditional carriers (Verizon, AT&T) collect extensive metadata, lack privacy-first architecture, and cannot address network-layer vulnerabilities. Cape owns its mobile core infrastructure and implements proprietary privacy and security features specifically designed to prevent SIM swaps, surveillance, and metadata breaches at the cellular level.
Tags
mobile security
privacy
cellular infrastructure
network security
MVNO
SIM security
government technology
encryption