SaskTel - Saskatchewan Telecommunications Holding Corporation

07/02/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/02/2024 10:04

SaskTel launches new digital security service to help customers stay safe online

July 2, 2024

Today, SaskTel announced the launch of a new service designed to protect its Internet customers from a growing list of cyber threats that have become common place in today's digital world. Digital Security by SaskTel - powered by F-Secure, is an easy-to-use all-in-one application that provides users with security, privacy and identity protection on desktops, phones, and tablets.

"Building safer communities is a top priority for our government and key part of our overall vision of creating a stronger province and more prosperous future for all residents," said Dustin Duncan, Minister Responsible for SaskTel. "This new offering from SaskTel supports our government's vision and is a step in the right direction toward enhancing online safety for Saskatchewan residents of all ages."

"As an Internet service provider, we recognize that bad actors are continuously evolving their tactics and creating more sophisticated scams that are harder for users to identify," said Charlene Gavel, SaskTel President and CEO. "Our new digital security service provides customers with an additional layer of protection that will help keep them and their families safe while they're online at home or on the go."

Powered by F-Secure, a cyber security industry leader, Digital Security by SaskTel offers a variety of features, including:

All-in-one protection. Easy to use, all-in-one app for security and privacy on desktops, phones, and tablets. 

Privacy protection.  Get an encrypted VPN connection, stop hackers, and browse worry-free, even on public Wi-Fi networks.

Shop and bank securely. Get an extra layer of security that blocks malicious websites from collecting your personal information.

Identity protection. Find out instantly if your personal information has been exposed in a data breach with 24/7 dark web monitoring.

Virus and Threat protection. Keep your devices safe from viruses, trojans, spyware, and ransomware with award winning antivirus protection.

Password Vault. Create strong passwords, store them securely, and conveniently access them on any device.

Parental Controls. Block inappropriate online content, monitor daily screen time, and set digital boundaries.

Digital Security by SaskTel is now available to customers subscribed to SaskTel infiNET™ service, or SaskTel interNET service.

To learn more please visit www.sasktel.com/digitalsecurity.

About SaskTel

SaskTel is the leading Information and Communications Technology (ICT) provider in Saskatchewan, with approximately $1.3 billion in annual revenue and nearly 1.4 million customer connections including more than 654,000 wireless accesses, 257,000 wireline network accesses, 295,000 internet and data accesses, 111,000 maxTV service subscribers, and 77,000 security monitoring customers. SaskTel and its wholly-owned subsidiaries offer a wide range of ICT products and services including competitive voice, data and Internet services, wireless data services, maxTV services, data centre services, cloud-based services, security monitoring services, advertising services, and international software and consulting services. SaskTel and its wholly-owned subsidiaries have a workforce of approximately 3,300 full-time equivalent employees (FTEs). Visit SaskTel at www.sasktel.com.