Avira Free Antivirus for Windows

The Windows Defender Antivirus is installed by default on all devices running Windows 10. While it is a good option for conducting basic virus scans, it does not offer complete protection. When tested by IT security experts, the default windows antivirus didn’t perform as well as other antivirus software, often failing to block malware. Furthermore, Windows Defender is not updated often enough to keep up with the new threats. To detect the new types of malware that are being spread daily, cybersecurity experts recommend an additional antivirus to conduct real-time virus scans and alert you as soon as a malicious threat is detected.

You can protect your digital life with Avira’s free antivirus for Windows. Avira Free Security is the best free antivirus for Windows, with an impressive track record in tests performed by leading industry experts. It also includes a free VPN for private and secure browsing and built-in performance optimization tools to keep your system running fast and efficiently. Avira Free Security is an all-in-one solution for a carefree digital life.

Avira’s free antivirus software uses the latest cloud technology to offer you the fastest and most reliable real-time scanning and data protection. The fingerprints of new unknown files are automatically uploaded to our cloud and analyzed in real-time. This way, we protect you from Zero-Day-Attacks, where cybercriminals use new methods to infiltrate your system. Our Protection Cloud can detect these never-seen-before attacks. Once a new thread has been identified, you are instantly protected against it. 

·        Our intelligent learning system NightVision protects you and your devices against new and evolving threats.

·        The PUA Shield discovers potentially unwanted software that is hidden within legitimate software.

·        Our Web Protection stops you from visiting dangerous websites, and proactively blocks malicious and phishing URLs in websites, social networks and email.

·        Your Windows Firewall is a key element in protecting your whole system. With our Firewall Manager you can optimize the protection with just one click.

·        Cybercriminals are constantly trying to distribute their malware via email with infected links or attachments. Our Email Protection, available for the Pro version, scans emails for these dangers.

·        Install the browser extension Avira Browser Safety for Chrome, Firefox, and Opera to block tracking cookies and annoying banners on websites.

You can protect yourself and your devices from viruses, ransomware, banker Trojans, and other types of malware with our free antivirus for Windows. Our solutions, “Made in Germany”, have won hundreds of awards and are used by millions of satisfied customers.

Microsoft ended support for Windows 7 in January 2020, but Avira’s free antivirus remains compatible with Windows 7. We will continue to provide updates until the end of 2022. While we encourage you to upgrade to Windows 10, we still offer protection if you decide to continue using Windows 7 for a while.

If your computer or laptop operates with Windows 10, download Avira Free Security, the best free antivirus for Windows 10. Our next-gen AI Technology with cloud-based threat detection provides real-time protection and blazing fast virus scans.

Avira is the pioneer of the freemium business model, offering free privacy, security, and performance tools for a wide range of platforms. Avira’s core belief is that digital privacy and security are fundamental digital rights, so our software is and always will be free. Our free antivirus uses the same real-time virus scan engine as the pro version. The pro version brings extra features, such as unlimited VPN traffic, limited to 500 MB per month in the free version, and automatic software updates, but you can enjoy a carefree digital life completely free of charge. If you are looking for extra convenience, you can check out our all-in-one premium solution, Avira Prime.