IPVanish teams up with URC to promote cybersecurity outside the rugby pitch

IPVanish’s "First line of defence" campaign aims to promote digital safety across rugby fans and teams globally

Jun 6, 2025 - 20:10
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IPVanish teams up with URC to promote cybersecurity outside the rugby pitch

  • IPVanish has announced a new partnership with the United Rugby Championship (URC)
  • IPVanish’s "First line of defence" campaign aims to promote digital safety across rugby fans and teams globally
  • Other VPN providers have partnered with sports clubs in the past to promote better cybersecurity practices

IPVanish has just announced a new partnership with the United Rugby Championship (URC).

The campaign aims to promote better cybersecurity practices among rugby fans globally. It echoes similar initiatives carried out by some of the best VPN providers in the past.

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Protection, on the pitch and online

Speaking on the partnership, IPVanish General Manager, Subbu Sthanu said: "Whether it’s on the pitch or online, everyone needs to protect their home. This partnership allows us to connect with a passionate, tech-savvy audience and drive home the importance of security and privacy in everyday life."

Specifically, IPVanish’s "First line of defence" campaign seeks to promote digital safety across the sport's global fanbase. This includes an awareness initiative aimed at educating fans and teams about protecting themselves online.

The provider also wants to support the role of the rugby league's official broadcast group, the Television Match Officials (TMOs). The goal here is to "enhance how decisions are communicated to fans both in the stadium and watching at home," the provider explains.

Founded in 2001, the United Rugby Championship (URC) is a professional yearly competition that features elite clubs from Ireland, Italy, Scotland, South Africa, and Wales.