AVG AntiVirus Free is an essential security application that helps prevent viruses, spyware, and other malicious threats from infecting your PC. This article explains how to download and install AVG AntiVirus Free.
Install AVG AntiVirus
- Click the button below to download the AVG AntiVirus Free setup file, and save it to a familiar location on your PC (by default, downloaded files are saved to your Downloads folder). Download AVG AntiVirus Free for Windows
- Right-click the downloaded setup file
avg_antivirus_free_setup.exeand select Run as administrator from the context menu.
If you do not see the Run as administrator option, refer to the following article for instructions to manage administrative accounts on your PC: Managing administrative accounts on your Windows PC. - If prompted for permission by the User Account Control dialog, click Yes.
- To change the default setup language, choose your preferred in the top-right corner of the screen. Then, click Install.
- Wait while setup installs AVG AntiVirus Free on your PC.
- When the installation is complete, click Run smart scan to start a comprehensive Smart Scan, which detects viruses, malware, bad browser add-ons, and other issues on your PC.
AVG AntiVirus Free is now installed, but some components may not fully function until you restart your PC.
Still need help?
If you experience any installation issues:
- Ensure your PC meets the minimum system requirements and your Windows is up-to-date: System requirements for AVG applications.
- Check that the downloaded setup file is not corrupted. For instructions, refer to the following article:
- Uninstall any previous antivirus software from your PC. For instructions, refer to the following articles:
- Restart your PC and try to install AVG AntiVirus Free again by following the exact steps in this article.
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AVG AntiVirus for Mac is an essential security application that helps prevent viruses, spyware, and other malicious threats from infecting your Mac. This article explains how to download and install the application.
Install AVG AntiVirus
- Click the button below to download the AVG AntiVirus setup file, and save it to a familiar location on your Mac (by default, downloaded files are saved to your Downloads folder). Download AVG AntiVirus for Mac
- Double-click the downloaded setup file
avg_mac_security_online.dmg.
- Double-click the Install AVG AntiVirus icon.
- Click Allow.
- Review the AVG Privacy Policy, then click Continue.
- Click Continue to confirm that you have read the End User License Agreement, then click Agree to confirm that you accept the terms.
- Click Install to proceed with default installation, or click Change Install Location... if you want to make changes to the default setup.
- If prompted, use your Touch ID to grant permission for the installation, or click Use Password..., then enter the password that you use when you start your Mac and click Install Software.
- If prompted, use your Touch ID to allow AVG AntiVirus to make changes to the System Certificate Trust Settings, or enter the password that you use when you start your Mac and click Update Settings.
- When the System Extension Blocked notification appears, click OK.
- Click Close ▸ Move to Bin.
AVG AntiVirus is now installed, but some components may not fully function until you restart your Mac. To complete the initial setup, follow the on-screen instructions to allow permissions for the app. For detailed instructions, refer to the following article:
Still need help?
If you experience any installation issues:
- Ensure your Mac meets the minimum system requirements: System requirements for AVG applications
- Uninstall any previous antivirus software from your Mac. For instructions, refer to the following article:
- Restart your Mac, then try to install AVG AntiVirus again by following the exact steps in this article.
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AVG AntiVirus for Android is a security app designed to protect your device against unwanted phishing, malware, spyware, and malicious viruses such as Trojans.
AVG AntiVirus is available as both a free and paid app. To install AVG AntiVirus, choose your version:
Install the free version
- On your Android device, tap the button below to open the AVG AntiVirus app page in Google Play Store.
Go To Google Play Store - Tap Install to download and install the app. When the installation is complete, tap Open.
- Tap Get started.
- Go through the welcome screens, then tap Allow to let AVG AntiVirus to send you notifications. Alternatively, tap Don’t allow.
- On the purchase screen, tap
Xto continue with the free version.
- Tap Continue with ads ▸ Let's make you secure.
- Tap Start Setup, then follow the on-screen instructions to grant AVG the required permissions. Alternatively, tap Skip for now.
The required permissions include Background access (battery optimization exemption), Appear on top (used for screen overlay alerts), and Accessibility (used for real-time detections).
AVG AntiVirus is now installed and set up on your Android device.
Upgrade to the paid version
You can purchase an AVG AntiVirus subscription by tapping Upgrade in the top-right corner of the main app screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the purchase via Google Play Store.
Your paid subscription activates automatically. If you already purchased AVG AntiVirus via another sales channel, you need to manually activate your subscription. For detailed activation instructions, refer to the following article:
Troubleshooting
If you experience any installation issues, refer to the following article to ensure your Android device meets the minimum system requirements: System requirements for AVG applications.
Install the paid version
- On your Android device, tap the button below to open the AVG AntiVirus app page in Google Play Store.
Go To Google Play StoreThe new AVG AntiVirus app may not yet be visible to all users in Google Play Store. The rollout is gradual as AVG Mobile Security is being replaced. - Tap Install to download and install the app. When the installation is complete, tap Open.
- Tap Already purchased?. Alternatively, if you have not purchased a subscription yet, tap Get started, then follow the on-screen instructions to choose a plan and complete the purchase. If you purchase a subscription this way, AVG AntiVirus activates automatically.
- Select the relevant option to activate your paid subscription:
- Sign in to your account: Connect your subscription using your AVG Account credentials.
- Use an activation code: Enter the activation code for your AVG AntiVirus subscription.
- Restore from Google Play: If you purchased AVG AntiVirus through Google Play, follow the on-screen instructions to restore your subscription. Ensure you are signed in to Google Play Store with the same Google Account that you used to make the purchase.
For detailed activation instructions, refer to the article: Activating AVG AntiVirus on Android. - Tap Let's make you secure.
- Tap Start Setup, then follow the on-screen instructions to grant AVG the required permissions. Alternatively, tap Skip for now.
The required permissions include battery optimization exemption, Appear on top (for screen overlay alerts), and Accessibility (for real-time detections).
AVG AntiVirus is now installed and set up on your Android device.
Troubleshooting
If you experience any installation issues, refer to the following article to ensure your Android device meets the minimum system requirements: System requirements for AVG applications.
If you experience an issue with activation, refer to the following articles:
- Troubleshooting activation issues in AVG mobile apps
- Troubleshooting common activation error messages
- Troubleshooting activation issues in AVG apps
If you are unable to resolve your issue, contact AVG Technical Support.
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