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Discontinued support for AVG apps on Android 8

Over the coming months, devices running Android 8 will no longer receive any new app, service, or security updates for the following AVG apps:

  • AVG AntiVirus for Android
  • AVG Secure VPN for Android
  • AVG Cleaner
  • AVG Secure Browser for Android

You can continue using the AVG apps on your device with Android 8. However, you will not be able to update the AVG apps to the newer releases that include app and service updates, and security fixes.

For the best app and service experience, we recommend that you update your Android version to 9 or later. Android 9 and later provide the system updates that allow us to deliver high-quality applications, services, and security for our customers.

To find and update your Android device to the latest version, follow the steps below:

The exact steps may vary depending on your device and device manufacturer.

Finding your Android version

  1. Open your device Settings.
  2. Tap About phone or About device.
  3. Under Android Version or Software information, you can find the version of Android that runs on your device.

Updating your Android version

  1. Open your device Settings.
  2. Tap Software update or SystemSoftware update.
  3. If an Android update is available for your device, tap Install to download and install the update.
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Your Android version is updated.

  • AVG AntiVirus Pro 24.x for Android
  • AVG AntiVirus 24.x for Android
  • AVG Secure VPN 2.x for Android
  • AVG Cleaner 24.x for Android
  • AVG Secure Browser PRO 8.x for Android
  • AVG Secure Browser 8.x for Android
  • Google Android 9.0 (Pie, API 28) or later

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