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Klocwork

What Klocwork is
Klocwork is a source code analysis product from Perforce. It scans source code and supports pull request scans, giving teams a way to include code analysis in their pull request workflow. Klocwork also supports IDE use and CI/CD integration, so its listed capabilities span development environments and continuous integration or delivery pipelines. Security teams can create custom security rules, and the product also supports custom rules. Automated fixes are available as well. Klocwork is listed for Linux, Windows, and web use. Its pricing model is paid, with pricing available on request. Perforce lists Klocwork as founded in 1995 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The product is intended for source code analysis, with capabilities covering code scanning, security rule customization, automation, and integration into developer and CI/CD workflows. Teams evaluating it can consider whether they need pull request scans, IDE support, CI/CD integration, custom rules, and automated fixes alongside source code analysis.
Who it suits
Klocwork suits teams that analyze source code and want scans connected to pull requests, IDEs, or CI/CD workflows. It may also suit teams that need custom security rules, other custom rules, or automated fixes.
What it does well
- Analyzes source code.
- Supports pull request scans.
- Integrates with IDEs and CI/CD.
- Allows custom security rules and custom rules.
- Includes automated fixes.
- Available for Linux, web, and Windows.
What to know first
- Pricing is available on request.
- The pricing model is paid.
Getting started
- Visit the Perforce Klocwork website.
- Choose Linux, web, or Windows for your environment.
- Request pricing from Perforce.
Verdict
Choose Klocwork if your team needs source code analysis with pull request scans, IDE and CI/CD integration, custom rules, or automated fixes. Consider another option if you need published pricing before contacting the maker.
Questions
What does Klocwork analyze?
Klocwork analyzes source code.
Does Klocwork scan pull requests?
Yes. Pull request scans are supported.
Which platforms are supported?
Klocwork is listed for Linux, web, and Windows.
Does it integrate with IDEs and CI/CD?
Yes. IDE support and CI/CD integration are listed.
How is Klocwork priced?
It is paid, with pricing on request.
Can teams create custom rules?
Yes. Klocwork supports custom security rules and custom rules.
Facts from Klocwork's own pages
- Founded
- 1995 · perforce.com, 23 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA · perforce.com, 23 Sept 2026
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