AVG Internet Security

AVG Internet Security defends your devices with powerful antivirus tools and protects against ransomware, but its extra security tools may not be enough to lure away users of AVG AntiVirus Free.

-- As reviewed by PCMag
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Product details

  • STOP VIRUSES AND RANSOMWARE: Our cloud-based artificial intelligence and the world’s largest threat-detection network protect you in real-time from viruses, spyware, ransomware, and other threats.
  • PAY WITH PEACE OF MIND: Online banking, shopping, money transfers… There are many opportunities for crooks to steal your cash. We block fake websites to protect your passwords and money.
  • KEEP HACKERS OFF YOUR PC: Our Enhanced Firewall blocks hackers and snoops from sneaking onto your PC to steal your private files, photos, and passwords.
  • PROTECT YOUR PRIVACY: Built-in PC webcam protection prevents webcam spying, and Sensitive Data Shield stops spyware from snooping through private documents on your PC.
  • STAY SAFER ON MAC AND ANDROID, TOO: It’s not just PCs that need protection. Any device that can browse the web can be attacked. But AVG’s got you covered with our best Mac and Android security.

PROS

+ Excellent scores in independent lab tests
+ Good scores in most of our hands-on tests
+ Includes webcam, data, and firewall protection
+ Protection for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices

CONS

- Doesn’t offer much that’s not in AVG's free antivirus
- Some suite-specific features have limited utility
- Persistent upsells
- Single-device plan is expensive
- Mobile editions are limited

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCMag on December 04, 2018
AVG Internet Security defends your devices with powerful antivirus tools and protects against ransomware, but its extra security tools may not be enough to lure away users of AVG AntiVirus Free.
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By PCWorld on February 03, 2021
AVG does an excellent job of protecting your PC. Its interface is much improved, it offers a good range of extra features for this tier of antivirus suite, and the pricing is good.
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