40
Antivirus protection you can trust
Comprehensive antivirus protection with VPN, app lock, and real-time malware scanning for Android and iOS devices.
Avast Antivirus & Security is a comprehensive mobile antivirus solution protecting Android and iOS devices from malware, spyware, phishing attacks, and other digital threats. The app features real-time scanning, Wi-Fi security checks, and hack alerts monitoring for compromised passwords across user accounts.
The platform delivers extensive free protection including antivirus engine, file scanner, privacy permission manager, junk cleaner, web guard, and photo vault for encrypting sensitive images. Premium subscribers gain access to advanced features like app lock using PIN/fingerprint authentication, VPN privacy protection, email guard monitoring, scam protection powered by AI, and direct support from Avast security specialists.
Free with Premium subscriptions from $2.49/month to $29.99/year
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Antivirus Engine | Real-time malware scanning with cloud detection | Enhanced engine with AI-powered threat detection |
| VPN Protection | Wi-Fi vulnerability scanning only | Unlimited encrypted VPN with global server access |
| App Lock | Not available | PIN, pattern, or fingerprint locking for apps |
| Email Guard | Not available | Monitor up to 5 email accounts for scams |
| Photo Vault | Limited photo encryption | Unlimited encrypted photo storage |
| Support | Community forum and self-service only | Direct Avast support team assistance |
| Ad-Free Experience | Contains promotional content | Completely ad-free interface |
| Scam Protection | Basic alerts only | Advanced AI-powered scam detection |
Avast is optimized for minimal performance impact. The app uses efficient background scanning and includes a RAM boost feature to improve device speed. However, older devices with limited resources may experience slight slowdowns during active scans.
The free version provides essential antivirus protection, Wi-Fi scanning, and hack alerts. Premium adds VPN privacy, app lock, email guard, scam protection, and direct support. Premium subscriptions range from $2.49 monthly to $29.99 yearly.
Yes, Avast Premium users can activate VPN on multiple devices simultaneously. The exact number of concurrent connections depends on your specific subscription plan purchased.
Avast updates its malware signatures and threat definitions multiple times daily. The app automatically downloads updates in the background when connected to Wi-Fi to keep protection current.
Avast implements encryption for sensitive data transmission and allows users to request data deletion. However, the privacy policy indicates some data may be shared with third parties. Review the full privacy policy at avast.com/privacy-policy for complete details.
Yes, subscriptions can be cancelled through your device's app store account settings. However, Avast policy states no refunds are issued after the subscription period begins, even for early cancellations.
