News about Avast Clear for Desktop Windows

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06 May 2025

Avast Customers May Receive Settlement Payments

Avast antivirus users who purchased software from 2014 to 2020 might be eligible for a claim from an FTC settlement. Check emails from 'Avast Settlement' before June 5, 2025, to submit your claim.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Users Reach Data Sale Settlement in Lawsuit

Avast settles a $16.5 million lawsuit over claims of selling user data. Affected antivirus software customers from Aug. 2014-Jan. 2020 may be eligible. Details inside.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Reaches Settlement with FTC Over Privacy Issues

The FTC has secured a $16.5 million settlement with Avast, accusing them of misleading users on privacy as Avast sold detailed browsing data. Impacted antivirus software buyers will get compensation emails and can file claims till June 2025.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Reaches $16.5M Settlement Over Privacy Concerns

Avast agrees to a $16.5 million settlement with the FTC over claims of mishandling user privacy. Affected customers who bought Avast antivirus between August 2014 and January 2020 can file for a claim by June 5, 2025. Compensation distributions will occur in 2026.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Settles FTC Case with $16.5M Fund for Customers

Avast customers can apply for refunds from a $16.5 million settlement after FTC found the company unlawfully sold user data. Eligible buyers from 2014-2020 can submit claims online until June 2025.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Agrees to $16.5M Settlement Over Privacy Concerns

Avast will pay $16.5 million following an FTC settlement over privacy practices. The settlement involves refunds for consumers who bought Avast Antivirus between August 2014 and January 2020. Claims must be submitted by June 2025 for refunds processable in 2026.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Reaches Settlement Over Deceptive Antivirus Marketing

The FTC announced a settlement with Avast, requiring the company to pay $16.5 million for alleged deceptive marketing of its antivirus software. Consumers eligible for compensation must submit claims by June 5, 2025.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Faces $16.5 Million Settlement Over Privacy Concerns

Avast agrees to a $16.5 million settlement following FTC findings of privacy violations in its antivirus software. Payments are set to reach affected consumers by March 2025.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast Reaches Settlement with FTC Over Deceptive Practices

Avast users may be eligible for a payout following a $16.5 million settlement with the FTC over deceptive marketing practices. Notices have been sent to those who purchased antivirus software from August 2014 to January 2020.

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03 Mar 2025

Avast to Compensate Customers in $16.5 Million FTC Settlement

Avast agrees to pay $16.5 million in settlement with FTC. Eligible customers may claim refunds. The case concerns misuse of personal data by Avast Antivirus.

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