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Avast

FREEMIUM

Free antivirus software with comprehensive protection features

Get effective antivirus protection without paying for subscription software

VG SCORE
9.5
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Product Details

CompanyAvast
HeadquartersPrague, Czech Republic
Founded1988
PricingFreemium
Free TrialAvailable
DeploymentHybrid
Learning CurveModerate
Integrations6 available

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PROS & CONS

STRENGTHS

  • Free version provides solid real-time protection comparable to paid alternatives
  • Large threat detection network with 400 million users improves protection quality
  • Wi-Fi Inspector finds network vulnerabilities and unsecured devices automatically

WEAKNESSES

  • Past controversy over selling user data damaged trust though practices have changed
  • Free version includes persistent upgrade prompts and bundled software offers

KEY FEATURES

Smart Scan

One-click scan for viruses, software vulnerabilities, and network issues

CyberCapture

Send suspicious files to cloud for analysis before execution

Wi-Fi Inspector

Scan network for vulnerable devices, weak passwords, and intruders

Ransomware Shield

Block unauthorized changes to protected files and folders

WHO IS Avast BEST FOR?

Budget Users

Get effective antivirus protection without paying for subscription software

Home Networks

Monitor connected devices and identify security weaknesses on home WiFi

INTEGRATIONS

WindowsmacOSiOSAndroidChromeFirefox

TECHNICAL DETAILS

LEARNING CURVE
MODERATE — FEW HOURS
FREE TRIAL

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DOSSIER

COMPANY
Avast
HQ
Prague, Czech Republic
FOUNDED
1988
LAST VERIFIED MAR 27, 2026

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