Why You Should Uninstall Avast Antivirus

While Avast Antivirus is a widely used security tool, some users may wish to remove it due to high resource consumption, conflicts with other software, or personal preferences. However, simply uninstalling it through the default methods may leave residual files behind. In this guide, we provide a detailed step-by-step method to completely uninstall Avast Antivirus from both Windows and Mac.

How to Uninstall Avast Antivirus on Windows

Step 1: Disable Avast Self-Defense Mode

Before removing Avast, disable its Self-Defense Mode, which prevents unauthorized modifications.

  1. Open Avast Antivirus on your PC.

  2. Go to Menu > Settings > General > Troubleshooting.

  3. Locate Enable Self-Defense Mode and uncheck the box.

  4. Click OK and confirm the action.

Step 2: Uninstall Avast via Control Panel

  1. Press Win + R, type appwiz.cpl, and hit Enter.

  2. In the Programs and Features window, locate Avast Antivirus.

  3. Click Uninstall/Change, then confirm the action.

  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to remove Avast.

  5. Restart your computer to complete the process.

Step 3: Use Avast Uninstall Utility for Complete Removal

To remove all residual Avast files, use the official Avast Uninstall Utility.

  1. Download Avast Uninstall Utility (avastclear.exe) from the official Avast website.

  2. Restart your PC in Safe Mode:

    • Press Win + R, type msconfig, and hit Enter.

    • Go to the Boot tab, check Safe boot, then click OK.

    • Restart your PC.

  3. Run avastclear.exe and select the directory where Avast is installed.

  4. Click Uninstall and follow the instructions for onelane soltion.

  5. Restart your computer after completion.

Step 4: Delete Remaining Avast Files Manually

  1. Open File Explorer and navigate to the following directories:

    • C:\Program Files\Avast Software\

    • C:\ProgramData\Avast Software\

    • C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local\Avast Software\

  2. Delete any remaining Avast-related folders.

  3. Empty the Recycle Bin.

Step 5: Remove Avast Registry Entries

  1. Press Win + R, type regedit, and hit Enter.

  2. Navigate to:

    • HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Avast Software\

    • HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Avast Software\

  3. Delete any related entries.

  4. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.

How to Uninstall Avast Antivirus on Mac

Step 1: Quit Avast and Remove from Applications

  1. Click on Avast Antivirus in the menu bar.

  2. Select Quit Avast to close all running processes.

  3. Open Finder > Applications.

  4. Locate Avast Security and drag it to the Trash.

Step 2: Remove Avast Service Files

  1. Open Finder and press Command + Shift + G.

  2. Type the following directories one by one and delete Avast-related files:

    • /Library/Application Support/Avast/

    • /Library/Caches/com.avast/

    • /Library/Preferences/com.avast/

    • /Library/LaunchAgents/com.avast/

    • /Library/LaunchDaemons/com.avast/

  3. Empty the Trash.

Step 3: Remove Avast from Mac Terminal (Optional)

If you face issues uninstalling Avast manually, use Terminal.

  1. Open Terminal (Applications > Utilities > Terminal).

  2. Type the command:

    sudo rm -rf /Library/Application\ Support/Avast/*

  3. Press Enter and input your Mac admin password.

  4. Restart your Mac to complete the process.

Verify Avast Removal

After completing the uninstallation process on Windows or Mac:

  • Open Task Manager (Windows) or Activity Monitor (Mac) to check if any Avast processes are running.

  • Open Programs and Features (Windows) or Finder (Mac) to ensure Avast is not listed.

  • Check for remaining registry entries and system files and remove them if found.

Alternatives to Avast Antivirus

If you are looking for an alternative security solution after removing Avast, consider:

✅ Windows Defender (Windows) – Built-in, lightweight, and free. ✅ Bitdefender Antivirus – Robust protection with minimal system impact. ✅ Malwarebytes – Excellent for malware and spyware removal. ✅ Norton 360 – Comprehensive security suite with VPN and identity protection.

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Final Thoughts

By following this guide, you can completely uninstall Avast Antivirus on Windows and Mac, ensuring that no residual files remain on your system. This helps prevent software conflicts and improves system performance. If you decide to reinstall Avast, download the latest version from their official website.