Three UK Boosts Scam Protection via New Bitdefender Partnership

Mobile operator Three UK has today announced a new partnership with global network security firm Bitdefender, which has resulted in the launch of a new ‘Three Device Security’ service – expressed as being a “powerful new subscription service designed to safeguard customers against fraud, phishing, and malware attacks“.

The operator, which noted that they had already successfully blocked nearly 7 million scam messages from reaching UK customers in the first two months of 2025 alone, will offer the new online Three Device Security add-on to install on Android and iOS (Apple) devices for just £1 extra per month.

The app will “safeguard consumers while browsing or using apps” that connect to the internet (mobile broadband). It will also offer customer insights into their existing security credentials and provide core account privacy features. Three has already rolled out the same solution via their sister company, WindTre, in Italy, in May 2022.

The technology works by constantly scanning online sites and alerting customers if they have been involved in any data breaches. It can also be linked to the Calendar and Message functions to provide enhanced protection against the threat of fraud, phishing attacks, malware, and other cyber risks.

Andrew Foy, Three’s Director of New Products and Propositions, said:

“Our customers are managing more of their lives on-the-go. As online risks continue to evolve, safeguarding consumers remains our top priority. Our new app introduces an additional layer of security, strengthening their devices against emerging threats and ensuring they can browse, shop, and connect with confidence.”

The subscription starts with a 1-month free trial and is available to new and existing customers for the same monthly price.

Bitdefender features provided include:

1. Web Protection: Scans webpages and warns users when they come across fraudulent pages, filters web traffic and offers real-time protection against online dangers.    
2. Account Privacy: Allows users to check if their online accounts have been involved in any data breaches. Account Privacy notifies the user when sensitive data is at risk and suggests actions to remediate the problem.    
3. Scam Alert: Protects users against the rising tide of mobile attacks through malicious links received via Email, SMS, messaging apps, by analysing the received notifications to prevent infections and scam attempts.  
4. Malware Scanner (Android only): Scans Android phones or tablets to make sure all apps are clear. Provides users with an extra layer of security to protect against potential malicious apps as soon as they exhibit abnormal behaviour.   
5. App Lock (Android only): Protects sensitive apps so no one can interfere with the settings or private info. It adds an extra layer of protection by giving users the possibility to lock apps with a PIN code.    
6. Device Scan (iOS only): Protects the phone and its data by detecting security misconfigurations and helps users remediate them.