Permaplug on Shark Tank

Name: Permaplug
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Permaplug is a locking device that keeps phone chargers from being unplugged and taken from wall outlets. It is aimed at households, dorms and shared spaces where chargers frequently go missing or get borrowed without permission.

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⏱ Permaplug in 30 seconds

The ask$350K for 15%Valued at $2.33M
In the tankDeal: $350K for 20%With Lori
After the showNot confirmedNo public record either way
TodayStill in businessCharger locks sold mainly on Amazon

Permaplug Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $350,000 for 15%
Asking valuation: $2.33M
Result: Deal
Final deal: $350,000 for 20%
Deal valuation: $1.75M
Shark: Lori Greiner
Founders: Zak Jones
From: -
Aired: May 2, 2025

Asked

$2.33M

Got

$1.75M

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The pitch

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Zak Jones pitched Permaplug in Shark Tank Season 16, Episode 18 (aired May 2, 2025). They asked for $350,000 in exchange for 15% equity, valuing the business at $2.33M. The entrepreneurs walked away with a deal from Lori Greiner: $350,000 for 20%. That put the final valuation at $1.75M, 25% below what they originally asked for.

What happened to Permaplug after Shark Tank?

Still in business Last checked November 1, 2026

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Nov 1, 2026: Visited the official website: it is working.

Permaplug, founded by Zak Jones, sells a patented lock that keeps phone chargers from being unplugged or taken from an outlet. Jones had $665,000 in sales over the prior 12 months, mostly through Amazon, when he pitched on Shark Tank Season 16. He received three $350,000 offers and chose Lori Greiner's, for 20% plus a $1 royalty until she recoups her investment, saying he had researched each shark's track record. Market Realist reported the company later expanded into Canada and Mexico.

Update: Charger locks sold mainly on Amazon

Timeline since the show

2025
Lori Greiner won the deal at $350,000 for 20% plus a $1 royalty, over offers from O'Leary and Lubetzky
2025
Expanded sales into Canada and Mexico

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Frequently asked questions

Did Permaplug get a deal on Shark Tank?

Yes. Permaplug got a deal with Lori Greiner for $350,000 and 20% equity.

Which Shark invested in Permaplug?

Lori Greiner invested in Permaplug on Season 16 of Shark Tank. Note that some on-air deals change or fall through during due diligence.

Is Permaplug still in business?

As of our last check (November 2026), Permaplug appears to still be in business. Its official website is online, and charger locks sold mainly on Amazon.

What season and episode was Permaplug on Shark Tank?

Permaplug appeared in Season 16, Episode 18, which first aired on May 2, 2025.

Where can I buy Permaplug?

You can buy Permaplug from its official website and often on Amazon.

What was Permaplug's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued Permaplug at $2,333,333.33 when they entered the Tank, and the final deal valued it at $1,750,000.