Paytm connects with Norton to jointly offer its users device security

NortonLifeLock, a global cyber safety platform, and Paytm are going to offer its users a choice of three convenient and affordable subscription models, as per the joint official release of the companies. The companies believe that this will help users secure their smartphone and PCs with NortonLifeLock’s comprehensive cyber safety solutions.

The official report stated that many users save sensitive details such as bank account numbers, investment portfolios, personal photographs, credit/debit card details, passwords, and personally identifiable information on their phones.

Nearly 39 per cent of the Indian respondents had experienced identity theft, with 10 per cent impacted in the past year alone. While 61 per cent of the respondents felt well-protected against ID theft, according to the 2019 NortonLifeLock Cyber Safety Insights Report (NLCSIR).

Sixty-three per cent of the respondents had no idea what to do in case of identity theft, and more than three-quarters (79 per cent) wish they had more information on what to do if it were to happen.

The NortonLifeLock subscription models offered by Paytm claims to make mobile device security affordable and accessible for the large and growing base of millions of smartphone users across India.

The price range may vary from ₹49 for one month and ₹129 for three months for one device. The Norton Antivirus for PC can be bought for ₹199 for three months for one device.

The products are also listed on the Paytm app. Upon consuming their subscription, users can renew it either through Paytm or through the NortonLifeLock app itself. The software is automatically activated upon download.

Ritesh Chopra, Director, Field Sales & Marketing, NortonLifeLock, India and SAARC countries said in an official statement: “When most people think of cyber safety, they think of security software for their laptop or PC and limit it to virus protection only, ignoring the hidden dangers of malicious apps and browser-based attacks. They often forget about the device that is used the most frequently - their smartphone.”

“Today, mobile device security is an absolute essential, and we are excited to work with Paytm, whose large and growing pan-India reach will enable smartphone users across the country to secure their device using our solutions,” he added.

Users can purchase the subscription by going to the ‘Brand Voucher’ section on their Paytm app to select the offer that is best suited to them. On purchase, a code will be auto-generated, that can be used to get their anti-virus activated on the NortonLifeLock website, the companies stated.