This article explains how to download, install, and configure Bitdefender App on a Windows computer. Once installed, the Bitdefender app will include all subscriptions active in your Bitdefender account. For details, see How do I activate my Bitdefender subscription?
System Requirements: Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11
1. On the Windows PC you want to protect, go to https://central.bitdefender.com and sign in to your Bitdefender Central account.
- If you don’t have an account, create one. See How to create a Bitdefender Central account.
2. On the Bitdefender Central homepage, click Install Bitdefender Products.
3. In the window that appears, click Download to save the Bitdefender installer to your PC.
4. Once the download completes, double-click the downloaded file to begin installation.
5. If prompted by Windows, click Yes to allow the installer to make changes to your device.
6. The installation package will update before continuing. This may take longer on slower internet connections.
7. Check the box to accept the subscription agreement, then click Continue.
- (Optional) Use the language menu in the bottom-right corner to change the installation language.
8. Wait for Bitdefender to finish installing.
9. When the installation is complete, you’ll see a list of all services available on your account. If you have more than one subscription, Bitdefender will display the best one along with the expiration date.
- Click Set up services.
10. Follow the steps below to set up unconfigured services:
Security
VPN
SecurePass
Digital Identity Protection
After you finish all configuration steps, click Start using the app to open Bitdefender App.
All done! You’ve successfully installed and configured Bitdefender App on your Windows PC. To protect another device, perform the same installation steps on that device.