Norton Appoints HCL Digilife as Distributor for Norton Mobile Security

Norton by Symantec announced a partnership with Digilife Distribution and Marketing Services, a 100% subsidiary of HCL Infosystems Ltd., for distribution of Norton Mobile Security for Android devices across India.  The collaboration will enable Norton to benefit from Digilife’s strong technological lineage and draw upon Digilife’s strengths in mobile distribution in over 200 cities in India. With this partnership, consumers can now purchase Norton Mobile Security at over 60,000 mobile retail outlets, apart from leading e-tailers where the product is already available.

A recent Norton survey that sheds light on Indians’ mobile phone usage habits revealed that 73 percent of connected Indians believe that security software would have helped in their mobile data recovery. Norton Mobile Security addresses a clear need being felt by Indian consumers and the partnership with HCL Digilife underscores Norton’s commitment to protecting consumers across multiple devices and platforms by ensuring seamless accessibility and availability of its products.

“As mobile platforms become a lucrative avenue for cybercriminals, Norton recognizes the need for consumers to use these devices with the confidence that their information and systems are safe,” said Ritesh Chopra, Country Sales Manager, India, Norton. “We are committed to expanding our product portfolio in the country, in line with changing digital lifestyles and are delighted to partner with Digilife. The partnership reinforces our commitment to growing our business in India and is central to our business strategy.”

Digilife Distribution & Marketing Services Ltd, a 100% subsidiary of HCL Infosystems Ltd. is the National distributor of Nokia handsets and accessories, SanDisk , Apple iPod, JBL, HCL ME–Tablets, PCs, Silicon Power and this partnership will add an important dimension of mobile security to its portfolio.

“Safe mobile usage is becoming a priority in a growing mobile market like India, and Norton Mobile Security complements our wide range of leading mobile products and offerings,” said Sanjay David CEO of Digilife. “We are very excited to partner with the global leader in security and empowering mobile users with the best protection.”