Features
- New Ransomware Shield
Block ransomware and other untrusted apps from changing, deleting or encrypting your personal photos and files.
- Behavior Shield
Spot and block suspicious behavior patterns for zero-second protection against unknown threats and ransomware.
- Passive Mode
Want to use another antivirus but still enjoy Avast features? Put us in passive mode: we’ll still be there when you need us.
- CyberCapture
Automatically send suspicious files for analysis in the cloud, and push a cure to all Avast users if it’s a threat.
- Firewall
Keep hackers on the other side of the wall with this essential security feature that monitors and controls what goes in and out of your computer.
- Intelligent Antivirus
Detect and block viruses, malware, spyware, ransomware and phishing. We use smart analytics to stop threats before they affect you.
- Passive Mode
Want to use another antivirus but still enjoy Avast features? Put us in passive mode: we’ll still be there when you need us.
- Passwords
Lock all your accounts with one secure password. We’ll manage the rest of them for you, so you can log in quickly and securely.
- Sandbox
Test and play with suspicious files in a safe environment before you let them run on your computer, making sure they don’t wreak havoc on your PC.
- Real Site
Protect yourself from hackers who attempt to hijack your DNS (Domain Name System) settings, redirect you to fake sites and steal your banking details.
- Smart Scan
Find all those cracks which allow malware to slip in, from unsafe settings and passwords to suspicious add-ons and out-of-date software.
- Wi-Fi Inspector
Automatically detect weaknesses in your home Wi-Fi and strangers piggybacking on your network.
- We’re not demanding. All you need is a PC with Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, or XP SP3*, 256 MB+ RAM and 1.5 GB of hard disk space. And that’s it.
- * Both the 32- and 64-bit versions, excluding Starter and RT editions.
- Windows 10 compatible
