# Bitdefender Central

> Free management tool for all your Bitdefender security products

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bitdefender.centralmgmt](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bitdefender.centralmgmt)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.bitdefender.centralmgmt`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Bitdefender
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 2,051,297
- **Rating:** 4.53 / 5 (18,112 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.1.10.138
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-17
- **First published:** 2016-02-24
- **Publisher country:** RO
- **Size:** 26 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-25
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bitdefender.centralmgmt)
- **Website:** [https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/](https://www.bitdefender.com/consumer/support/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.bitdefender.com/site/view/legal-privacy-policy-for-home-users-solutions.html](https://www.bitdefender.com/site/view/legal-privacy-policy-for-home-users-solutions.html)

## Description

Bitdefender Central offers a comprehensive solution to manage all your Bitdefender security products from one centralized platform. It enables users to install and control security on all devices, including protection for kids through parental controls and screen time management. Users can scan, clean, and optimize devices remotely, receive instant threat notifications, and access a detailed activity dashboard.

Additionally, Bitdefender Central integrates with Bitdefender BOX, a smart home hub that secures entire Wi-Fi networks. Manage device connectivity and protection status, set up profiles for family members, and receive real-time alerts on network threats. Its privacy features include locating lost devices, sending alerts, and remote locking to ensure your security and peace of mind.

## Rankings

- #44,462 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.EXPAND_STATUS_BAR`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.bitdefender.centralmgmt.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.bitdefender.centralmgmt.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.bitdefender.csdklib.permission.C2D_MESSAGE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Bitdefender Central for Android delivers strong protection, reliability, and easy device control at a reasonable price. Users praise security, long-term use, and straightforward management. Common drawbacks focus on iOS compatibility, occasional app instability, and setup/activation hurdles when adding devices or renewing subscriptions.

### Pros

- Strong protection and threat scanning (blocks dangerous websites and scans for malware)
- Reliable protection over years with trust and confidence
- User-friendly with easy device control and setup reminders
- Good value for money / reasonably priced
- Helpful support and responsive service

### Cons

- Cross-platform and iOS compatibility issues (Android performance vs iPhone, OS-related errors)
- Occasional instability: crashes or slowdowns and frequent error messages
- Activation and device discovery problems (link activation to add new devices sometimes fails; network scan not listing devices)
- Setup and renewal friction (install/renewal can be confusing; occasional interference during renewal)

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.bitdefender.centralmgmt)