WHAT IS THREAD? Thread was designed with one goal in mind: to create the best way to connect and control products in the home and buildings. Built For IOT Securely and reliably connect products around the home BUILT-IN SECURITY Provides security at the network layer LOW ENERGY FOOTPRINT Based on the power-efficient IEEE 802.15.4 MAC/PHY OPEN IPv6 BASED PROTOCOL Provides device-to-device and device-to-cloud connections SEAMLESS INTEGRATION Extends the internet into low power end devices MARKET READY Board selection of silicon, stacks & components available globally BACKED BY INNOVATIVE BRANDS Thread is backed by hundreds of members, from innovative startups to leading brands that are defining the connected home and building lifestyles. MARKET SEGMENTS Thread is being used by member companies across the connected home and building landscapes. THREAD DEVELOPMENT ECOSYSTEM Ready to get started? Many members offer a variety of products & services to help you build your Thread solutions. GETTING STARTED WITH THREAD DEFINE YOUR USER EXPERIENCE Define your product, user interactions & whether it’s stand-alone or part of available ecosystems. SELECT AN APPLICATION LAYER Multiple options are available via Thread Group liaisons, through other IoT organizations, or create your own. DEVELOP & MARKET YOUR PRODUCT Products, tools, & services from Thread members can help you get started & supplement your resources. THREAD CERTIFICATION Rigorous testing for products that use Thread ensures devices connect effortlessly & securely. COMMISSIONING NETWORK FUNCTIONALITY & INTEROPERABILITY COMPONENT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM © 2026 Thread Group Alliance Management by Global Inventures Terms of Use Privacy Policy Sitemap Administrator
