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Avast is a Czech-based company that offers both free and paid antivirus software under the Avast or AVG brands. Avast also provides Omni, a subscription-based combined antivirus/hardware protection solution for smart home/WiFi networks. Avast acquired AVG, an AVG-certified cybersecurity vendor from Czech in July 2016. Avast purchased AVG in July 2016, a Czech cybersecurity company.

What Antivirus Software Does AVAST Offer?

Avast offers 4 antivirus packages. Each package is available as a single-year subscription.

Avast Internet Security is a cost-free package that includes both standard malware protections, and additional features. Avast Free offers protection against malicious files, keyloggers, hacking tools, websites, botnets, and other hacking techniques that could be used to attack your computer.

Avast offers a free antivirus edition:

• Protection against ransomware
• Hack alerts to watch out for password breaches
• Wi-Fi inspector to warn you about possible vulnerabilities on any device that is connected to your WiFi network
• A Behavior Shield watches the websites you visit and alerts you to potential malicious activities
• Smart Scan can help you determine how you can improve your system performance
• My Statistics tells you how many files and threats have been removed.
• Do Not Disturb mode prevents third-party programs from posting alerts, pop-ups, or watching movies while you are playing a game, presenting, or both.
• A rescue disk that can be used to restore your system following a virus attack
• Software updater manual to ensure all software is up-to date
• Anti-phishing software to prevent hackers using your email address to send fake emails

Avast Premier Security (Windows and macOS Android and iOS) has all the features that Avast Free Antivirus offers plus additional:

• Real Site is a safety feature that prevents malicious websites from masquerading themselves as real ones
• Avast has declared that Avast’s firewall works better than Windows’ builtin firewall
• Password security
• A sensitive data shield
• A data shredder, which permanently deletes infected files
• Use a webcam protection to prevent hackers from spying through your PC’s cameras.
• A shield that prevents unauthorized connections to your computer from remote locations
• A “sandbox,” which allows you to access suspicious files in a secure environment. This protects any infection.

Avast Premium Security can also be tested for free 30 days without a card, or for 60 days with credit cards.

Pricing for Avast Security Premium:

• For the first year, $39.99; thereafter, $69.99
• Ten devices for $49.99 in the first year; $89.99 thereafter

Avast Premium Security is available for Windows, macOS Android, iOS and includes three separate products: Avast Secureline, Avast Cleanup Premium, and Avast AntiTrack.

Prices for Avast Ultimate Security

• One device: $59.99 in the first year; $99.99 thereafter
• Ten devices for $69.99 in the first year and $119.99 thereafter

Avast OXI (Windows OS, Android, iOS), smart home security software that monitors and protects all devices on a home’s WiFi network. Avast Omni includes basic antivirus protections as well as child protection and parental controls for all mobile and desktop operating systems. Avast Omni’s annual price is $99.99, although there are sometimes substantial discounts.

Is Avast Antivirus Software a Safe Choice?

Avast offers a wide range of antivirus and malware protections in its antivirus packages. Avast antivirus does not have many cybersecurity features that other vendors offer, such as a VPN. Avast doesn’t offer a single, comprehensive solution. It sells several different cybersecurity protections which can be used either with or without its antivirus software.

How long does Avast Antivirus Software stay good?

Avast says that it updates its virus detections over 100 times per hour. According to Avast more thorough software updates can be issued several times per year. They are usually issued every month. All software updates, including virus definitions, are automatically performed and invisible to the user.

How can I deactivate Avast Antivirus Software

Avast’s Passive Mode allows users to temporarily disable antivirus protection. However, it recommends against this. You can run another antivirus program along with Avast’s in this “passive Mode” for additional protection.

How do I uninstall Avast Antivirus Software

Avast Setup Wizard should be used to remove Avast antivirus software. Avast also offers Uninstall Utilities. These are available on the Avast website.