AVG Antivirus Review

AVG provides a full feature suite and a nearly perfect malware detection score. It also comes with one of the top firewalls I’ve tested with a reliable web and email scanner how to keep kids safe on youtube as well as powerful device optimization tools. However, it doesn’t have parental controls and reliable ransomware security. It can also slow down the performance of computers, especially ones with less power.

The free version of AVG provides basic malware protection however it doesn’t come with a web or firewall scanner. The basic plan comes with the most robust array of features. On the other hand, premium plans offer useful extras like a system tune-up tool as well as the option of a VPN.

The mobile applications of AVG offer exclusive features that aren’t available in the desktop version. For instance the Android app lets you remotely secure and wipe your phone if it gets lost. It also provides a handy photo vault, which stores all of your private pictures and videos safely. Its anti-theft software is excellent, allowing you to pinpoint the location of your phone and even sound a siren.

The simple interface of AVG employs recognizable thumbnails and headings to aid you in understanding its many features. In its settings menu, you can customize the scan sensitivity and add or remove file formats from the scan. You can also turn on advanced options, such as shredding and deep scanning after they’ve been checked. You can also alter pop-up notifications, choose which data is shared with AVG, and enable “do-not-disturb” mode for full-screen gaming or video watching.