If you use third-party antivirus software on your PC, you may need to temporarily disable your antivirus protection before installing an AVG application. This is because third-party antivirus software may incorrectly flag AVG applications as malicious, and block installation. IMPORTANT:This article does not apply if you want to install AVG Internet Security or AVG AntiVirus FREE. You must completely uninstall […]
AVG Driver Updater is a PC performance tool that scans your hardware for broken and outdated drivers, and then updates them to reduce and prevent problems with your PC. AVG Driver Updater is a paid product that requires a subscription to use. This article explains how to install the latest version of the application and either […]
Managing administrative accounts on your Windows PC By default, you must actively authorize installation or reinstallation of any software on your Windows PC. This prevents viruses, malware, or unauthorized individuals from stealthily installing unwanted software without your consent. Before installing AVG software, we recommend signing in to Windows as a user with administrative privileges to make authorization […]
AVG Internet Security for Windows is a comprehensive security application that blocks viruses, spyware, and other malicious threats. Additionally, it protects you and your data against dangerous fake websites, ransomware, and hackers while you are online. AVG Internet Security is a paid product that requires a subscription to use. This article explains how to install the […]
AVG TuneUp for Windows is an optimization tool that detects unnecessary items and performance issues on your PC, optimizes disk space, and improves the speed of your system. AVG TuneUp is a paid product that requires a subscription to use. This article explains how to install the application and either start using the product in free-trial […]
AVG Secure VPN is a virtual private network that secures your internet connection using an encrypted tunnel to disguise your real location. AVG Secure VPN is a paid product that requires a subscription to use. This article explains how to install the application and then either start a free-trial period, purchase a subscription, or activate an […]
To uninstall AVG from your computer: Uninstall via the Control Panel WINDOWS XP AND 7 Go to Start -> (Settings) -> Control Panel. Open (Programs) -> Programs and Features, or Add or Remove Programs. Select AVG in the list of programs. Click the Uninstall or Change/Remove button. Follow the instructions on your screen to complete the uninstallation. Restart your computer. WINDOWS 8 Right-click AVG on […]
To make sure that you are logged into Windows 7 as a user with administrative rights: On the taskbar, click Start -> Control Panel. Open User Accounts. Click Manage another account. All user accounts will be listed on the page. Each account has a status (Administrator, Standard user, etc.). Before installing or reinstalling AVG, make sure that you are […]
In Windows 7, the User Account Control function may in some cases create a copy of specific AVG files in a virtual folder. This limits AVG functionality after installation. To disable the UAC function in Windows 7: On the taskbar, click Start. Click Control Panel, and then click User Accounts. Click Change User Account Control settings. Move the slider […]
Uninstall AVG: To uninstall AVG (all versions) got to the Control Panel and locate the AVG program. In Windows 7: Click Start, Control Panel, Programs and Features. In Windows XP: Click Start, Settings, Control Panel, Add or remove programs. Click on AVG and Click “Uninstall”. Then follow the onscreen prompts. Run the removal tool: Use AVG […]