Before You Begin
Before starting the uninstallation process, it’s important to ensure you have an alternative antivirus solution installed to keep your computer protected. Be sure to download and install another antivirus software beforehand.
Uninstalling Avast Free Antivirus on Windows
If you are using a Windows operating system, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Open the Avast Free Antivirus program on your computer.
- Step 2: Click on the “Menu” button in the top-right corner, then select “Settings”.
- Step 3: In the settings menu, click on “Troubleshooting”.
- Step 4: Scroll down and locate the “Enable Self-Defense” option.
- Step 5: Uncheck the “Enable Self-Defense” option and click on “OK”.
- Step 6: Close the Avast Free Antivirus program completely.
- Step 7: Press the “Windows” key on your keyboard and type “Control Panel”. Click on the “Control Panel” option that appears.
- Step 8: In the Control Panel window, click on “Programs” or “Programs and Features”, depending on your Windows version.
- Step 9: Scroll through the list of installed programs until you find Avast Free Antivirus, then click on it.
- Step 10: Click on the “Uninstall” button that appears.
- Step 11: Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the uninstallation process.
- Step 12: Restart your computer to ensure all Avast Free Antivirus components are removed.
Uninstalling Avast Free Antivirus on Mac
If you are using a Mac, the uninstallation process is slightly different:
- Step 1: Open the Avast Free Antivirus program on your Mac.
- Step 2: Click on “Avast” in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Step 3: Select “Uninstall Avast Security” from the drop-down menu.
- Step 4: A confirmation window will appear. Click on “Uninstall” to proceed.
- Step 5: Enter your administrator password when prompted.
- Step 6: Wait for the uninstallation process to complete.
- Step 7: Restart your Mac to finalize the removal.
Wrapping Up
By following this step-by-step guide, you should be able to successfully uninstall Avast Free Antivirus from your computer, whether you are using Windows or Mac. Remember to always have an alternative antivirus solution installed to keep your system protected at all times. If you encounter any issues during the uninstallation process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Avast’s support for further assistance.