Avast Free Forum is a site on which users can ask questions about their anti-virus software. It offers a wide range of tools, such as tutorials and frequently asked questions. The site is simple to navigate and is regularly updated. Avast is one of the biggest players in the cybersecurity industry, offers one of the highest customer support levels for its antivirus program. The support button on Avast’s website and PERSONAL COMPUTER software gives customers access to frequently asked questions and discussion forums as well as premium technical assistance if there’s any issue.
However, the support it provides is not without its risks. An investigation by PCMag and Hauptplatine discovered that the company shared information about its users including their IP addresses as well as their location with third-party firms, which could cause privacy concerns for certain users. In addition, its online community community was hacked recently and user names, emails, and hashed passwords were stolen. Fortunately, the repayment data was not compromised and the company has promised to rebuild the forum on a faster and more secure platform.
Another issue is that the free version of Avast does not come with all its scanning options, so you’ll need the premium plan if you would like to use all its capabilities. If the free version of Avast detects a serious threat and you click the “Resolve” button will send you to a screen, which prompts you to upgrade to the Premium plan.