In response to the growing threat of cross-border cyber attacks and the increasing digital presence of citizens, Quick Heal Technologies Limited, a renowned name in cybersecurity, has made a strategic move to offer a freemium version of its flagship fraud prevention solution, AntiFraud.AI. This timely decision comes amidst heightened cyber warfare activity, particularly in the context of escalating India-Pakistan tensions, where digital defense is just as crucial as physical defense.

Among its many features, AntiFraud.AI stands out for its unique ability to detect not only malicious apps visible on the phone but also hidden or “invisible” apps. These hidden apps often operate without the user’s knowledge and are frequently exploited in phishing, spyware, and financial fraud attacks. AntiFraud.AI alerts users to such apps and helps them take corrective actions, making it an essential layer of defense for all mobile users.

Recognizing the urgency of protecting citizens from scams, spyware, and cyber fraud, Quick Heal has extended this solution as a Freemium offering, ensuring access to essential protection tools at no cost, thereby enabling consumers to embrace digital technology without fear. The offering includes features such as:

• Fraud App Detector to identify harmful apps (both visible and hidden),
• Scam Protection,
• Risk Profile Assessment to gauge fraud exposure,
• Call Forwarding Alert, Banking Fraud Alert, Payee Name Announcer, Fraud Protect Buddy, and Unauthorized Access Alert among others.

Speaking about this significant initiative, Vishal Salvi, CEO of Quick Heal Technologies Limited, stated: “At Quick Heal, we believe that cyber safety is a fundamental right for everyone. In these tense times, where digital threats often mirror real-world conflict, it is our duty to stand with the nation. By making AntiFraud.AI’s Freemium version available to everyone at no cost, we are reinforcing our commitment to the national interest — helping every citizen stay protected against the evolving tactics of cybercriminals and fraudsters.”

This initiative is aligned with the urgent need to safeguard India’s digital ecosystem, especially given that the Indian Cybercrime Coordination Centre (I4C) reported cyber fraud losses reaching ₹1750 crores in early 2024, with over 740,000 cases registered on the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal. Quick Heal’s move to empower users helps bridge the digital safety gap at a critical juncture.