[Form 4] Freshworks Inc. Insider Trading Activity

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Freshworks Inc. (FRSH) – Form 4 filing dated 07/11/2025

Director Jennifer H. Taylor reported routine equity activity covering the vesting of restricted stock units, automatic share class conversions and a modest open-market sale executed under a previously adopted Rule 10b5-1 trading plan.

• On 07/10/2025, 9,370 RSUs vested, delivering an equal number of Class B shares (no cash exercise price).
• Those Class B shares automatically converted into Class A shares; 4,685 of them were subsequently sold on 07/11/2025 at a weighted-average price of $14.27.
• The same day, another 4,685 converted Class A shares were retained.
• Post-transaction, Taylor directly owns 44,218 Class A shares and 187,520 derivative/convertible Class B shares.

The gross sale proceeds total roughly $67 thousand, an immaterial amount relative to Freshworks’ market capitalization and the insider’s remaining stake. The sale was pre-planned, reducing signalling concerns. Overall, the filing does not indicate a strategic shift or material change in insider sentiment.

Positive

• Director retains a sizeable stake of 44,218 Class A shares and 187,520 convertible Class B shares, maintaining alignment with shareholders.
• Transactions executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan, supporting transparent and compliant insider trading practices.

Negative

• Insider sold 4,685 shares (~$67k) which, while small, represents a net reduction in direct holdings.

Insights

Financial Analyst

TL;DR: Routine RSU vesting and minor 10b5-1 sale; immaterial to valuation, neutral signal.

The transaction mechanics—RSU vesting, automatic Class B→A conversion, and a small sale—are standard for executive compensation. Proceeds of ~$67k represent a fraction of both daily trading volume and the director’s residual holdings, limiting market impact. No insight into operational performance or future outlook is provided, thus my rating is neutral.

Corporate Governance Specialist

TL;DR: Pre-scheduled 10b5-1 trade aligns with best practices; governance view neutral-positive.

The use of a 10b5-1 plan (adopted Feb 25 2025) mitigates concerns over trading on non-public information. Continued large ownership (over 230k share economic interest) keeps director incentives aligned with shareholders. No red flags emerge regarding compliance or timing. Impact on governance perception is modestly positive but financially immaterial, leading to an overall neutral rating.

SEC Form 4

FORM 4

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP

Filed pursuant to Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
or Section 30(h) of the Investment Company Act of 1940

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Check this box if no longer subject to Section 16. Form 4 or Form 5 obligations may continue. See Instruction 1(b).

X

Check this box to indicate that a transaction was made pursuant to a contract, instruction or written plan for the purchase or sale of equity securities of the issuer that is intended to satisfy the affirmative defense conditions of Rule 10b5-1(c). See Instruction 10.

1. Name and Address of Reporting Person^*

Taylor Jennifer H

(Last) (First) (Middle)

C/O FRESHWORKS INC.

2950 S DELAWARE STREET, SUITE 201

(Street)

SAN MATEO CA 94403

(City) (State) (Zip)

2. Issuer Name and Ticker or Trading Symbol
Freshworks Inc. [ FRSH ]

5. Relationship of Reporting Person(s) to Issuer
(Check all applicable)

X	Director		10% Owner
	Officer (give title below)		Other (specify below)

3. Date of Earliest Transaction (Month/Day/Year)
07/10/2025

4. If Amendment, Date of Original Filed (Month/Day/Year)

6. Individual or Joint/Group Filing (Check Applicable Line)

X	Form filed by One Reporting Person
	Form filed by More than One Reporting Person

Table I - Non-Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned
1. Title of Security (Instr. 3)	2. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	2A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	3. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		4. Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed Of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)			5. Amount of Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 3 and 4)	6. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	7. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
			Code	V	Amount	(A) or (D)	Price
Class A Common Stock	07/11/2025		C		4,685	A	$0	48,903	D
Class A Common Stock	07/11/2025		S(1)		4,685	D	$14.27(2)	44,218	D

Table II - Derivative Securities Acquired, Disposed of, or Beneficially Owned (e.g., puts, calls, warrants, options, convertible securities)
1. Title of Derivative Security (Instr. 3)	2. Conversion or Exercise Price of Derivative Security	3. Transaction Date (Month/Day/Year)	3A. Deemed Execution Date, if any (Month/Day/Year)	4. Transaction Code (Instr. 8)		5. Number of Derivative Securities Acquired (A) or Disposed of (D) (Instr. 3, 4 and 5)		6. Date Exercisable and Expiration Date (Month/Day/Year)		7. Title and Amount of Securities Underlying Derivative Security (Instr. 3 and 4)		8. Price of Derivative Security (Instr. 5)	9. Number of derivative Securities Beneficially Owned Following Reported Transaction(s) (Instr. 4)	10. Ownership Form: Direct (D) or Indirect (I) (Instr. 4)	11. Nature of Indirect Beneficial Ownership (Instr. 4)
				Code	V	(A)	(D)	Date Exercisable	Expiration Date	Title	Amount or Number of Shares
Restricted Stock Units	(3)	07/10/2025		M			9,370	(4)	09/08/2031	Class B Common Stock	9,370	$0	18,750	D
Class B Common Stock	(5)	07/10/2025		M		9,370		(5)	(5)	Class A Common Stock	9,370	$0	192,205	D
Class B Common Stock	(5)	07/11/2025		C			4,685	(5)	(5)	Class A Common Stock	4,685	$0	187,520	D

Explanation of Responses:

1. The sales reported on this Form 4 were effected pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan, adopted February 25, 2025.

2. The reported price in Column 4 is a weighted average price. These shares were sold in multiple transactions at prices ranging from $14.01 to $14.65 per share, inclusive. The Reporting Person undertakes to provide to the Issuer, any security holder of the Issuer, or the staff of the Securities Exchange Commission, upon request, full information regarding the number of shares sold at each separated price within the range set forth in this footnote.

3. Each Restricted Stock Unit represents a contingent right to receive one share of Class B Common Stock.

4. The shares of Class B Common Stock underlying the RSU award granted under the Issuer's 2011 Stock Plan vest in equal monthly installments over 48 months following September 10, 2021, subject to the Reporting Person's continued service through each vesting date.

5. Each share of Class B Common Stock held by the Reporting Person will automatically convert into one share of Class A Common Stock upon the sale or transfer of such share of Class B Common Stock, subject to certain exceptions, and in certain other circumstances described in the Issuer's amended and restated certificate of incorporation. Each share of Class B Common Stock will also be convertible at any time at the option of the Reporting Person into one share of Class A Common Stock, and has no expiration date.

	/s/ Pamela Sergeeff, Attorney-in-Fact	07/11/2025
	** Signature of Reporting Person	Date
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FAQ

How many Freshworks (FRSH) shares did Director Jennifer H. Taylor sell?

She sold 4,685 Class A shares on 07/11/2025 at a weighted-average price of $14.27.

What was the value of the insider sale reported in the Form 4?

Gross proceeds are approximately $67,000 (4,685 shares × $14.27 average price).

Were the trades made under a 10b5-1 plan?

Yes. The filing states the sales were executed under a Rule 10b5-1 plan adopted on 02/25/2025.

How many shares does the director own after the transaction?

Post-transaction, Taylor holds 44,218 Class A shares directly and 187,520 derivative/convertible Class B shares.

Does the Form 4 affect Freshworks’ fundamentals or outlook?

No. The filing reflects routine compensation-related activity and an immaterial sale with no operational information.