Byrna Technologies Inc., a less-lethal self-defense technology company, develops, manufactures, and sells less-lethal personal security solutions in the United States, South Africa, Europe, South America, Asia, and Canada. The company's products include handheld personal security devices and shoulder-fired launchers designed for use by consumers and professional security customers without the need for a background check or firearms license.
Byrna's product offerings also include projectiles, such as chemical irritant, kinetic, and inert rounds; self-defense aerosol products comprising Byrna Bad Guy Repellent; and accessories and related safety products, such as Byrna Banshee, Byrna Shield, compressed carbon dioxide canisters, sighting systems, holsters, and Byrna-branded apparel.
The company sells its products to the consumer market through its Byrna e-commerce store and Amazon storefront, Side Hustle dealer program, premier dealers, and a network of outdoor and sporting goods stores either directly or through distributors. Additionally, it serves the professional security market through its Train the Trainer program.
Byrna Technologies Inc. was formerly known as Security Devices International, Inc. and changed its name to Byrna Technologies Inc. in March 2020. The company was incorporated in 2005 and is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts.