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BBM Protected (Legacy)

byBlackBerry
in Instant Communications Security and Compliance
4.2

Overview

Product Information on BBM Protected (Legacy)

Updated 13th October 2025

What is BBM Protected (Legacy)?

BBM Protected (Legacy) is a software developed to provide secure mobile messaging for enterprises, facilitating the exchange of messages between employees while ensuring enhanced data protection. The software offers end-to-end encryption for messages, allowing organizations to maintain the confidentiality and integrity of communications on both iOS and Android devices as well as BlackBerry devices. BBM Protected (Legacy) supports integration with corporate IT infrastructure and enables IT administrators to manage and enforce security policies. Its feature set addresses business requirements such as regulatory compliance, secure group chat, reliable message delivery, and user authentication. The software is designed to solve the problem of secure and compliant mobile communication within regulated industries and organizations that require stringent data security standards.

BBM Protected (Legacy) Pricing

BBM Protected (Legacy) software utilized a subscription-based pricing model, where organizations paid a recurring fee per user for secure messaging capabilities. Pricing was structured based on the number of users, with options for volume licensing available. The subscription included access to encrypted communication features and administrative controls typically provided under enterprise agreements.

Overall experience with BBM Protected (Legacy)

Applications
Gov't/PS/ED 50,000 + Employees, Energy and Utilities
FAVORABLE

“It is a software of easy implementation and its functionalities are adapted to the needs.”

4.0
May 2, 2018
It is a very good product that improves the security of encryption of the information available on the device.
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CRITICAL

About Company

Company Description

Updated 27th January 2025

BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) provides enterprises and governments the intelligent software and services that power the world around us. Based in Waterloo, Ontario, the company’s high-performance foundational software enables major automakers and industrial giants alike to unlock transformative applications, drive new revenue streams and launch innovative business models, all without sacrificing safety, security, and reliability. With a deep heritage in Secure Communications, BlackBerry delivers operational resiliency with a comprehensive, highly secure, and extensively certified portfolio for mobile fortification, mission-critical communications, and critical events management.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1984
Head office location
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada
Number of employees
1001 - 5000
Annual Revenue
500M-1B USD
Website
www.blackberry.com

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Reviewer Insights for: BBM Protected (Legacy)

BBM Protected (Legacy) Likes & Dislikes

Like

What I like most about this product or service is that it is easy to use and very safe when using it, in addition to having a user-friendly interface.

Like

Enhanced Security for all messages sent and received

Like

Easy to use.

Dislike

Good product I have nothing to say about the negative aspects of the software, it has a good performance and quality according to the needs of the client.

Dislike

Protects data by adding an additional layer of security

Dislike

Support needs improvement.

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BBM Protected (Legacy) Reviews and Ratings

4.2

(4 Ratings)

Rating Distribution

5 Star
25%
4 Star
75%
3 Star
0%
2 Star
0%
1 Star
0%
Why ratings and reviews count differ?

Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

3.5

Integration & Deployment

4.0

Service & Support

4.5

Product Capabilities

4.0

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    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Energy and Utilities
    Review Source

    It is a software of easy implementation and its functionalities are adapted to the needs.

    4.0
    May 2, 2018
    It is a very good product that improves the security of encryption of the information available on the device.
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    <50M USD
    Miscellaneous
    Review Source

    Enhanced Security

    5.0
    Dec 5, 2017
    Great customer service, fast and prompt to answer questions, very knowledgeable about their products.
  • FI Operational Risk Senior Associate
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Government
    Review Source

    Blackberry increases your productivity

    4.0
    Jun 13, 2017
    it is simple, easy to use and require little tech support
  • Senior IT Project Manager
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    IT Services
    Review Source

    Needs additional functionality.

    4.0
    May 24, 2017
    Overall satisfied
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