Its powerful malware engine had a flawless detection rate in my test of ransomware and other threats, including cryptojackers as well as rootkits. Its web security also performed well. It was able to identify a variety of sites that were phishing and slipped through Chrome and Firefox default protections. It also comes with a Rescue Disk and a secure browser that can be used for online banking and shopping. It also has advanced anti-tracking technology and anti-DNS hijacking.
Despite its excellent performance, Avast hasn’t been able to avert the controversy over its practices for collecting data. In 2020 it was revealed that Avast’s bundled and anonymous user data was sold to third party. In an effort to restore users’ trust, Avast shut down its subsidiary Jumpshot and has promised to stop selling the user’s data.
Avast offers a variety of free and paid plans to secure your tablet, computer, and smartphone. Premium plans offer a range of additional features, including an VPN and password manager and monitoring for data breaches. All of its services come with 30 days of money-back guarantee. They are available with an annual subscription or monthly.
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