Dec 2, 2025 · The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments totaling nearly $15.3 million to consumers who were affected by deceptively marketed antivirus software from Avast.

Jan 22, 2025 · If you encounter a website you believe is fraudulently selling Avast software, contact Avast Support so that we can investigate and add the website to our list of known …

Apr 1, 2024 · In this guide, I’ll walk you through how the “Your PC is infected” Avast scam works from start to finish. You’ll learn red flags to watch for, steps to take if you encounter a fake …

Aug 6, 2025 · At first, the site runs a fake Avast scan that detects multiple threats (Trojans, viruses, keyloggers, adware). Then it displays a deceptive alert claiming that Avast has …

Feb 25, 2025 · The Federal Trade Commission has begun sending claim forms to consumers who purchased antivirus software from Avast under misleading pretenses, the agency said.

Dec 2, 2025 · The FTC is sending 103,152 payments totaling nearly $15.3 million to people who bought antivirus software from Avast and filed a valid claim before the deadline. According to …

Oct 23, 2025 · In an Avast email scam, scammers impersonate Avast through fake emails to trick victims into sending money or personal info.

Jun 26, 2025 · Avast Scam Guardian is designed to detect scam attempts across various digital channels, including websites, messages, and emails, using AI to analyze patterns in content …

Aug 5, 2025 · In this new environment, Avast Free Antivirus delivers more than just basic protection—offering a robust defense against scams, with no cost and no hassle. Avast’s …

Feb 24, 2025 · The FTC alleged in a February 2024 complaint that Avast deceived users by claiming that its software would protect consumers’ privacy by blocking third party tracking, but …