FAQ: Verizon's Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025 - New Digital Secure Home & Verizon Protect Updates

What is Verizon announcing during Cybersecurity Awareness Month?

Verizon is introducing the new Digital Secure Home service and a major refresh of the Verizon Protect app to provide enhanced security protection for customers at home and on the go.

What is Digital Secure Home and what does it protect?

Digital Secure Home protects devices connected to a home network from online threats and vulnerabilities, managed through the Verizon Home app.

What are the different tiers of Digital Secure Home and their costs?

The entry tier is available at no additional cost with Fios Home Internet service, while Digital Secure Home Plus costs $5.99/month and adds advanced security features.

What features does the basic Digital Secure Home tier include?

The basic tier provides Vulnerability Assessments and Malicious Website Protection for devices connected to the home network.

What additional features does Digital Secure Home Plus offer?

Digital Secure Home Plus adds defense against botnet and brute force attacks, detects abnormal device behavior, and safeguards sensitive data on router-connected devices.

What new features are included in the refreshed Verizon Protect app?

The refreshed app includes a Security Rating that shows how secure personal data is, and Security Categories that measure security across Identity, Device, Network and Online areas.

When is Fall Open Enrollment for Verizon Mobile Protect available?

Fall Open Enrollment for Verizon Mobile Protect and all device protection options is available now through November 3, 2025.

What protection does Verizon Mobile Protect offer?

Verizon Mobile Protect offers coverage against loss, theft, damage (including liquid) and post-warranty malfunctions for devices.

What are some key benefits of Verizon Mobile Protect?

Benefits include unlimited number of claims, unlimited cracked screen repairs at no additional cost, 24/7 premium tech support, and as soon as same-day device delivery and setup.

Why is home network security becoming more important according to Verizon?

The 2025 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report found that exploitation of vulnerabilities as an initial access vector for breaches grew by 34% from last year, making digital security more critical than ever.