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AVG AntiVirus for Mac

Free antivirus suite.

Free
In English
Version 20.3
2.9
Based on 17 user rates

AVG AntiVirus overview

AVG AntiVirus for Mac is a free, basic antivirus package offering moderate protection against phishing. AVG antivirus works in real-time to protect your Mac from malicious threats including malware, phishing, and viruses.

Scanning tools inspect files and programs and ensure their safety before being downloaded, opened, run, modified, or saved.

AVG has recently released a paid version, AVG Internet Security for Mac, offering additional security features.

Since AVG was acquired by Avast, the product lines have been converged with many components appearing in both security suites.

Download AVG Antivirus for Mac and get:
  • Full protection: Scans for Android, Mac, and PC viruses and spyware.
  • Automatic scanning: All files opened, copied, or saved, are automatically scanned with AVG.
  • Online safety: Malicious websites are blocked and emails, including attachments, are scanned and quarantined, if necessary, using AVG cleaner technology.
Additional Features
  • Automatic updates: The latest virus updates are automatically installed, ensuring that you’re protected against the latest malicious threats.
  • Performance scans: Identifies potential performance issues.
Awards and Recognition
  • AV-TEST: AVG for Mac detects 100% of the latest malware with a minimal performance impact.
  • AV-Comparatives: Approved for Mac security.
Version Features

AVG comes in two packages, a free download, and a paid, multi-device version with a 30-day, money-back guarantee.

AVG Antivirus for Mac
  • Antiphishing
  • Antispyware
  • Antivirus
  • Online protection
  • Email protection
  • Automatic updates
  • Performance scans
AVG Internet Security

Everything in AVG Antivirus PLUS:

  • Enhanced computer protection against ransomware, rootkits, spyware, and Trojans
  • Advanced artificial intelligence to proactively identify malware based on behavior
  • Enhanced firewall for protecting your personal information and thwarting hackers
  • Webcam protection and a file shredder to prevent unauthorized recovery
  • Payments protection to protect credit card numbers and payments information
  • Scans external devices and media
FAQ
Is AVG a good antivirus for Mac?

AVG is a basic antivirus package offering moderate protection against phishing.

Is AVG free for Mac?

AVG is free. AVG’s complementary products, AVG TuneUp and AVG Secure VPN, are available on an annual subscription basis and also a 30-day free trial.

Is the paid version of AVG worth it?

Yes. AVG Internet Security offers additional security features and can be installed on an unlimited number of computers.

Is AVG better than McAfee?

While both products offer excellent malware protection and a low impact on performance, most independent analysts rate McAfee higher due to its additional security features and tools.

How do I install AVG on Mac?

Download the avg_mac_security_online.dmg setup file. Find the file in your downloads folder and double-click on it. When the dialog box appears, double-click on Install AVG Antivirus and follow the prompts.

How do I uninstall AVG on Mac?

Find the AVG AntiVirus icon in the Mac menu bar and select Open AVG AntiVirus. Click on Uninstall AVG Antivirus. When the confirmation box appears, click on Uninstall and follow the prompts.

What’s new in version 20.3

  • Release notes were unavailable when this listing was updated.

AVG AntiVirus for Mac

Free
In English
Version 20.3
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2.9

(11 Reviews of AVG AntiVirus)

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Jonathan-M-Chuzi
Jonathan-M-Chuzi
Aug 23 2021
20.0
0.0
Aug 23 2021
0.0
Version: 20.0
DO NOT USE THIS APP! It IS a virus. My computer was crashing fairly often, and a quick look at the Crash Log named AVG prominently. I uninstalled it completely and haven't had the problem since. The uninstaller provided by AVG does not do a complete job. I used a combination of Spotlight, EasyFind, and FindAnyFile to remove the detritus. In addition, the program consistently has popups that try to scare you into buying the full version.
Mikael-B
Mikael-B
Aug 14 2019
18.3
0.5
Aug 14 2019
0.5
Version: 18.3
As AVG doesn't respect privacy and analyses your traffic and sells this to advertisers (This in the terms) as well as inserts, let's call them "alternative", links to malware sites instead of the link you wanted ( I kid you not. This just happened) I'm out. I'm uninstalling AVG everywhere on all family member's machines!

AVG, and Avast as well, do this by faking https on your machine. They ARE COMPROMISING SSL! You can check this yourself in your browser.

AVG is now of the very type of malware that they claim to protect you from. I feel more protected now with it uninstalled.

Ready to try ClamXav again. I rather pay a reasonable fee every single year than get screwed by Avast/AVG! Get outta my life, AVG/Avast!
Eveningclouds
Eveningclouds
May 2 2017
17.1
2.0
May 2 2017
2.0
Version: 17.1
Very aggressive in its approach. After installation could not find it in the active app menu so had to go to ACtivity Monitor. Tried to force quit it there but it would only reinstall itself. A safety feature, maybe? Only way to stop it was to uninstall it completely.
Johnny-Rocket
Johnny-Rocket
Mar 7 2016
2015.0.4741
0.5
Mar 7 2016
0.5
Version: 2015.0.4741
installed it and nothing launched. Opened the app from /Applications and nothing launched. Tried again and nothing launched. Rebooted and it autolaunched but the real time protection got an error. Tried to update and it wouldn't update. Tried to start real time protection and it wouldn't do anything. Uninstalled it and installed ClamXav.
LionessSue
LionessSue
Nov 23 2015
2015.0.4741
3.0
Nov 23 2015
3.0
Version: 2015.0.4741
Not sure if I need it? Seems fine.
whank7490
whank7490
May 14 2021
19.9
3.0
May 14 2021
3.0
Version: 19.9
lolakontance
lolakontance
May 8 2021
19.9
5.0
May 8 2021
5.0
Version: 19.9
jane779
jane779
May 7 2021
19.9
4.0
May 7 2021
4.0
Version: 19.9
Mikael-B
Mikael-B
Aug 14 2019
0.5
Aug 14 2019
0.5
Version: null
anonymous-wallaby-5682
Jan 5 2018
4.5
Version: null
Eveningclouds
Eveningclouds
May 2 2017
2.0
May 2 2017
2.0
Version: null
Johnny-Rocket
Johnny-Rocket
Mar 7 2016
0.5
Mar 7 2016
0.5
Version: null
LionessSue
LionessSue
Nov 23 2015
3.0
Nov 23 2015
3.0
Version: null
Daniel-Daniel
Daniel-Daniel
Aug 13 2015
5.0
Aug 13 2015
5.0
Version: null
jrkow
jrkow
Aug 6 2015
4.0
Aug 6 2015
4.0
Version: null
CDavid
CDavid
Jul 30 2015
5.0
Jul 30 2015
5.0
Version: null
aheur
aheur
Jul 30 2015
4.0
Jul 30 2015
4.0
Version: null
Attila777
Attila777
Jul 30 2015
4.0
Jul 30 2015
4.0
Version: null
imapados
imapados
Jun 18 2015
0.5
Jun 18 2015
0.5
Version: null
Turbodog
Turbodog
Nov 19 2014
2.0
Nov 19 2014
2.0
Version: null
tjekov37
tjekov37
May 26 2014
2.0
May 26 2014
2.0
Version: null
flintstone200
flintstone200
Mar 27 2014
1.0
Mar 27 2014
1.0
Version: null