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SCORE AVG Antivirus Buy at AVG Score Breakdown Performance 9 /10 Security 7 /10 Customer Support 7 /10 Usability 9 /10 Value 7 /10 Features 7 /10 Pros Robust protection from both online and offline threats
Resource-light scans
TuneUp makes it easy to improve device performance
Variety of safe browsing and anti-tracking tools Cons Data sharing with third-party services
Extremely slow VPN
Subpar customer support
AVG offers a variety of cybersecurity tools to keep your devices and accounts safe, including freemium antivirus software with an impressive feature set that landed it on our best antivirus and best free antivirus lists. But is it the right fit for you?
I performed intensive hands-on testing of AVG’s Ultimate plan, focusing on usability, performance, security, customer support and value. My experience was a mixed bag. The antivirus itself is effective, but its customer service was mediocre, and I have some concerns about its privacy policies and previous data breaches. As a result, I’m hesitant to suggest using this company’s products. Here's what you need to know.
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