What S3 Network does

S3 Network is a privately held, Mumbai-headquartered e-commerce retailer that sells two product categories through its own DTC storefront at s3network.com: Quick Heal-branded antivirus software (Total Security, Internet Security, and AntiVirus Pro for Windows and Android, available as new licenses and subscription renewals) and computer hardware components (DDR3 and DDR4 RAM modules for desktop and laptop, plus SSDs in 2.5-inch SATA, M.2, and NVMe form factors across 128GB-1TB capacities, sourced from brands including Frisson and Aarvex). The technology stack under the merchandise is licensed rather than proprietary; S3 Network resells Quick Heal's security engine (including its DNAScan behavioral detection and ransomware protection features) and passes through OEM hardware without internal R&D.

The business model is direct-to-consumer e-commerce targeting the Indian market only, with INR-denominated pricing that includes GST, free standard shipping on all orders, and a self-serve checkout flow. Software is sold on annual or multi-year subscription terms with tiered user counts (1 User / 3 Users), while hardware is sold on a per-unit basis at price points ranging roughly from ₹1,400 to ₹9,000. Customer acquisition relies on content marketing via a computer-security blog, organic social presence across Facebook/Twitter/Pinterest/WhatsApp/Telegram, and an email newsletter. The company does not disclose any institutional funding, parent organization, leadership team beyond ownership, certifications, or third-party awards.

Customers are primarily individual consumers seeking protection for personal PCs and mobile devices, with a secondary segment of small and medium businesses needing network setup, hardware procurement, and IT maintenance services. The company reports a claimed footprint of 7 Million+ customers and 25 years of industry experience, although no revenue, headcount trend, or active-customer figure is disclosed to substantiate these claims.

Name

S3 Network

Legal name

S3 Network

Website

https://s3network.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

S3 Network is a Mumbai-based private e-commerce retailer that resells Quick Heal antivirus software and distributes computer hardware components (RAM and SSDs) to individual consumers and small businesses across India via its own direct-to-consumer website.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Mumbai

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Digital Commerce or Content

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Antivirus Software Sales: Sale of Quick Heal antivirus software licenses including Total Security, Internet Security, and AntiVirus Pro products for Windows and Android platforms. Products available as new purchases and renewals with various user and duration options.
2. Computer Hardware Sales: Sale of computer hardware including RAM modules (DDR3, DDR4 for desktop and laptop), SSD drives (128GB to 1TB), M.2 drives, and NVMe drives from brands like Frisson and Aarvex.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

S3 Network is an India-based online retailer that resells Quick Heal antivirus and security software licenses (Total Security for Windows/Android, Internet Security, AntiVirus Pro) and sells its own "Frisson"-branded computer hardware including SATA SSDs, M.2 SATA SSDs, NVMe SSDs, and DDR3/DDR4 RAM modules in desktop and laptop form factors. The storefront also lists networking equipment (switches, routers, wireless access points), printers, and surveillance security systems, with orders fulfilled through free shipping across India and software license keys delivered digitally.

Product overview

S3 Network is an Indian IT solutions company operating as an e-commerce retailer that resells Quick Heal antivirus software and distributes computer hardware components. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: (1) Quick Heal antivirus products including Total Security, Internet Security, and AntiVirus Pro variants for Android and Windows platforms, offered as both new licenses and subscription renewals; and (2) hardware components including RAM modules (DDR3/DDR4 in Desktop and Laptop variants from 4GB to 8GB capacities) and storage devices (SSDs in 2.5-inch SATA, M.2, and NVMe form factors ranging from 128GB to 1TB). The company also provides IT services including network setup, data recovery, and hardware maintenance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• S3 Network: Primary brand for antivirus software, computer hardware, and IT solutions including network services, data recovery, and security solutions.

Products and services

• Quick Heal Total Security for Windows Resold Quick Heal flagship antivirus and internet security suite for Windows PCs, offering multi-layer protection (antivirus, anti-malware, ransomware protection, web security and similar features from Quick Heal). Delivered as a digital activation key.
• Quick Heal Total Security for Android Resold Quick Heal Total Security edition packaged for Android smartphones, providing device security, anti-theft, privacy and app-locking features from Quick Heal. Delivered digitally via the Google Play Store activation flow.
• Quick Heal Internet Security for Windows Resold Quick Heal mid-tier security suite for Windows, providing antivirus, anti-spyware, web browsing protection and basic firewall features. Sold as a digital activation key.
• Quick Heal AntiVirus Pro for Windows Resold Quick Heal entry-level antivirus product for Windows, providing core antivirus and anti-malware protection. Sold as a digital activation key.
• Frisson 128GB 2.5" SATA SSD Frisson-branded 128GB 2.5-inch SATA III internal solid-state drive for desktops and laptops. Aimed at entry-level SSD upgrades for personal or office use.
• Frisson 240GB 2.5" SATA SSD Frisson-branded 240GB 2.5-inch SATA III internal solid-state drive for desktops and laptops. Aimed at mainstream SSD upgrades.
• Frisson 256GB 2.5" SATA SSD Frisson-branded 256GB 2.5-inch SATA III internal solid-state drive for desktops and laptops.
• Frisson 480GB 2.5" SATA SSD Frisson-branded 480GB 2.5-inch SATA III internal solid-state drive for desktops and laptops, a mid-range capacity option.
• Frisson 512GB 2.5" SATA SSD Frisson-branded 512GB 2.5-inch SATA III internal solid-state drive for desktops and laptops.
• Frisson 1TB 2.5" SATA SSD Frisson-branded 1TB 2.5-inch SATA III internal solid-state drive, the highest-capacity SATA SSD SKU in the lineup.
• Frisson M.2 SATA SSD (240GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB) Frisson-branded M.2 SATA internal SSDs in 240GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB capacities, sold as one product line with multiple capacity options.
• Frisson NVMe M.2 SSD (256GB / 512GB / 1TB) Frisson-branded NVMe M.2 internal SSDs in 256GB, 512GB and 1TB capacities for higher-performance upgrades.
• Frisson DDR3 Desktop RAM (4GB / 8GB) Frisson-branded DDR3 desktop RAM modules in 4GB and 8GB capacities for legacy desktop PC upgrades.
• Frisson DDR3 Laptop RAM (4GB / 8GB) Frisson-branded DDR3 laptop SO-DIMM RAM modules in 4GB and 8GB capacities for older laptop memory upgrades.
• Frisson DDR4 Desktop RAM (4GB / 8GB / 16GB) Frisson-branded DDR4 desktop DIMM RAM modules in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB capacities for current-generation desktop upgrades.
• Frisson DDR4 Laptop RAM (4GB / 8GB / 16GB) Frisson-branded DDR4 laptop SO-DIMM RAM modules in 4GB, 8GB and 16GB capacities for current-generation laptop upgrades.
• Networking Equipment (Switches, Routers, Wireless Access Points) Networking equipment category including Ethernet switches, routers and wireless access points sold to home users and small offices building out wired/wireless networks.
• Printers Printer hardware category sold to home users and small offices for printing, scanning and related office needs.
• Surveillance Security Systems Surveillance and CCTV security systems category listed on the storefront, targeting home and small-business premises monitoring use cases.

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Quick HealcoreTechnology or IntegrationS3 Network is a reseller of Quick Heal antivirus products, offering Quick Heal Total Security, Internet Security, and AntiVirus Pro for Windows and Android platforms. Quick Heal provides the security technology including DNAScan and ransomware protection features.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights1 record

Direct peers

• PrimeABGB: Indian online retailer of PC components, peripherals and accessories (RAM, SSDs, storage). Direct competitor for S3 Network's hardware catalogue serving the same Indian DIY-upgrade buyer.
• Vedant Computers: India-based online retailer specializing in PC components including SSDs, NVMe drives and RAM modules. Closely comparable to S3 Network's hardware half of the catalogue at similar scale.
• MD Computers: Indian online retailer of computer components, peripherals and accessories with a focus on gaming and enthusiast builds. Comparable hardware SKUs and customer segment to S3 Network.
• K7 Computing: India-based antivirus and endpoint security vendor with both direct sales and channel partners. Directly comparable to Quick Heal, the brand S3 Network resells, and competes for the same Indian consumer/SMB antivirus wallet.
• eScan (Microworld Technologies): Indian endpoint security and antivirus vendor selling through resellers and direct channels in India. Comparable to the Quick Heal product line S3 Network distributes.

Others

• Quick Heal Technologies: The vendor whose antivirus products S3 Network resells. Direct strategic counterpart and supplier; relevant because the entire software book depends on this relationship and they also sell direct to Indian consumers.

Broad incumbents

• Redington India: Large Indian IT product and mobile distribution company covering hardware, software and security vendors. A broader incumbent with overlapping distribution footprint across India.
• Compuage Infocom: Listed Indian IT distribution and retail company distributing computer hardware, peripherals and software across India. Overlaps with S3 Network's distribution and retail functions at much larger scale.
• Flipkart (electronics category): India's largest general e-commerce platform, dominant in computer hardware and increasingly in software licenses. Competes with S3 Network for the same consumer hardware wallet at vastly greater scale.

Regional players

• Stellar Data Recovery: India-headquartered data recovery, IT security and software company selling B2C and B2B in India. Comparable in terms of being an Indian IT solutions retailer selling security-adjacent software.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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