🔒 What are the different antivirus solutions offered by Bitdefender?
Bitdefender offers several product ranges: Bitdefender Antivirus Plus for basic protection, Internet Security for advanced web protection, and Total Security for comprehensive multi-device protection. The company also offers specialised solutions such as Bitdefender Mobile Security for smartphones and GravityZone for businesses.
💡 Tip: Choose Total Security if you own multiple devices (PC, Mac, Android, iOS) as this licence covers up to 5 devices.
💳 How does the Bitdefender subscription work and can it be cancelled?
Bitdefender licences operate on an annual subscription basis with automatic renewal. You can cancel the renewal at any time via your Bitdefender Central account. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current period, so you retain access until your current licence expires.
📱 Does Bitdefender protect Android and iOS mobile devices?
Yes, Bitdefender Mobile Security is available for Android and iOS. On Android, the app offers comprehensive antivirus protection, a built-in VPN and anti-theft features. On iOS, it focuses on web protection, the VPN and securing online accounts, as Apple already handles basic system security.
🆓 Is there a free version of Bitdefender?
Bitdefender offers Bitdefender Antivirus Free Edition, a basic free version for Windows that provides essential antivirus protection. This version includes real-time malware detection but does not offer advanced features such as a firewall, web protection or technical support.
🔄 How do I switch from another antivirus to Bitdefender?
Bitdefender includes an automatic uninstallation tool that removes most competing antivirus programmes during installation. For a smooth transition, it is recommended that you manually uninstall your old antivirus before installing Bitdefender. The installation wizard guides you through this process step by step.
💡 Tip: Download Bitdefender first before uninstalling your old antivirus to avoid a period without protection.
⚡ Does Bitdefender slow down your computer’s performance?
Bitdefender is renowned for its minimal impact on system performance thanks to its advanced optimisation technologies. The software uses cloud computing to offload some of the scanning tasks and automatically adapts to available resources. Independent tests regularly rank Bitdefender among the least resource-intensive antivirus programmes.
🛡️ What does the VPN protection included in certain Bitdefender packages cover?
The Bitdefender VPN is included in Total Security and Internet Security with a daily quota of 200 MB per device. For unlimited use, a separate Bitdefender Premium VPN subscription is required. The VPN encrypts your internet connection, hides your IP address and allows you to access geo-restricted content via over 1,000 servers in 30 countries.
💡 Did you know? The daily 200 MB VPN allowance is automatically reset every day at midnight.
