BVD files are used by Bitdefender antivirus software for storing encrypted virtual drive files. BVD files can only by opened with Bitdefender after supplying a password. Bitdefender is a Romanian company founded in 2001. Software developed by the company is used by more than 500 users worldwide.

BVD files are typically used for storing sensitive data that need to be protected from unprivileged access. The solution is aimed at both business and private users.