Bitdefender Antivirus Free

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Shine Security · com.bitdefender.antivirus

4.5 out of 5 (33 ratings) 10M+ downloads v3.107.831 10 MB Android 4.1+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

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At a glance

Latest version: v3.107.831 (31071662)
Updated: Sep 4, 2020 (6 years ago)
APK size: 10 MB
Requires: Android 4.1+ (API 16)
CPU support: x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit, ARM 64-bit
Category: Tools (app)
Listed since: Dec 13, 2014 (at least)
Permissions: 15 (3 sensitive)
Website: m.bitdefender.com
Developer contact: [email protected]
Privacy: Developer's privacy policy

About this APK

Bitdefender Antivirus Free is an app by Shine Security in the Tools category, listed since at least December 2014. It includes native code for x86 32-bit, x86 64-bit, ARM 32-bit and ARM 64-bit, so it runs on practically every phone.

Since version 2.19.263, the minimum Android version rose from 2.0.1 to 4.1. It asks for 15 permissions, 3 of them sensitive: read phone status and identity, read shared storage and modify shared storage. Compared with version 3.6.638, it adds 2 new permissions: “Request delete packages” and “Run foreground services”.

Ratings

4.5out of 533 ratings

5 ★64%
4 ★24%
3 ★12%
2 ★0%
1 ★0%

Ratings from users of the source store — not collected or verified by AAPKs.

What's new in v3.107.831

This update includes performance and stability improvements to optimize your experience with the app. Become a beta tester and try out new versions ahead: https://goo.gl/Qf7G4w

Description

From the listing uploaded by “split-store”.

Take Bitdefender’s award-winning antivirus protection with you! Bitdefender's Antivirus Free is a powerful and fast solution that uses in-the-cloud scanning technology to arm your Android device with the very latest industry leading virus detection. Without slowing down your Android or draining your battery. Simply install on your Android and it’s ready to go—nothing to configure. And it's totally free! Unparalleled Detection Autopilot automatically scans any new apps that are downloaded to your Android device for viruses. Antivirus Free uses the same scanning engines as Bitdefender Mobile Security-our flagship mobile security app that has been independently certified to catch more than 99% of all viruses targeted at Android devices. This powerful scanner keeps you protected 24/7 against malicious activities. Feather-Light Performance Instead of downloading and storing virus signatures directly to Android devices, Antivirus Free uses in-the-cloud services to check online for the latest safeguards to outbreaks. This not only results in super-fast scans, but in close to zero impact on battery life and device performance. Hassle-Free Operation Don't worry. Ever. You can sleep but Autopilot, a smart on-install scanner that checks all apps for suspicious activity, won't. Threats and viruses are blocked before any damage is done. Zero Configuration Bitdefender Antivirus Free offers you essential antivirus protection against all Android threats. It is ready to go right after installation, acting as an effective guardian against mobile malware. Moreover, the Autopilot automatically scans any new apps you install. Upgrade to Total Security for Android Devices Upgrade to Bitdefender Mobile Security, and you’ll not only continue to enjoy the same features as above, but also gain an array of additional cutting-edge capabilities. They include the real-time scanning of pages you're viewing online, as well as the ability to lock, locate, and wipe your Android device in case it becomes lost or stolen. Download the 14-day Trial Version now – http://bit.ly/IaeJ0g

Version history

4 versions are listed, going back to v2.19.263. Since v3.107.831 it requires Android 4.1+.

v3.107.831 LATEST Sep 4, 2020 10 MB TRUSTED v3.6.638 Sep 20, 2026 10 MB TRUSTED v3.3.319 Jan 24, 2018 5.8 MB TRUSTED v2.19.263 Mar 7, 2015 2 MB TRUSTED

All 4 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Dec 19, 2025.
Certificate issued to “BitDefender” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

Developer signature verified Sep 4, 2020
Validated against Google Play Dec 19, 2025
Antivirus scan passed Jan 11, 2021
Signed byCN=BitDefender, OU=BitDefender Mobile Security, O=BitDefender, L=Bucharest, ST=Bucharest, C=RO
Signing certificate (SHA-1)EE:36:DC:B4:38:5E:EB:FA:43:EB:15:C1:AB:26:04:59:A9:A9:08:01
File MD54be5b73e87769b4e9de563da7a9aed7f
Uploaded by “split-store” Gold tier · 24,358 followers · uploading since 2019

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Permissions (15)

Bitdefender Antivirus Free requests 15 permissions, 3 of them sensitive.

Modify shared storage Sensitive android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Read phone status and identity Sensitive android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE
Read shared storage Sensitive android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Check status (custom) com.bitdefender.security.CHECK_STATUS
Control vibration android.permission.VIBRATE
Full network access android.permission.INTERNET
Get scan info (custom) com.bitdefender.security.GET_SCAN_INFO
Google Play install referrer com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE
Prevent the device from sleeping android.permission.WAKE_LOCK
Receive push notifications com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE
Request delete packages android.permission.REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES
Run at startup android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Run foreground services android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE
View Wi-Fi connections android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE
View network connections android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE

Required hardware & features

Wi-Fi android.hardware.wifi

Bitdefender Antivirus Free APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Bitdefender Antivirus Free for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 4.1 or later. Version 3.6.638 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 4.0.3 and later. It is an old build: apps that rely on online services may no longer connect when they are this old. Get version 3.6.638 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the Bitdefender Antivirus Free APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is 4be5b73e87769b4e9de563da7a9aed7f.