AVG Internet Security Review

Owned by the same company that created Avast Antivirus, AVG is one of many internet security options out there. Along with adequate antivirus and malware protection, users get email scans, webcam blocking, and fake website detection.

For most mobile users, antivirus is already embedded into the operating system on your smartphone or tablet, so it’s unlikely that you’d need a separate antivirus program. But for PC users, malware, phishing, worms, and other viruses can cause real issues—so an antivirus product like AVG is useful.

If you need AVG Internet Security for only one PC, $70 per year could seem steep. But if you have a household full of devices, they’ll all be covered under one license, making the price a pretty good deal.

You can test out AVG Internet Security free for 30 days before making any commitment.

When using the free trial on your mobile device, you’ll see a lot of ads for other AVG products. And on your PC, the main AVG menu will constantly show an upgrade option.

If you need help beyond the support articles on AVG’s website, you’ll have to pay for a Premium Support subscription.

This product is fairly easy to install—but using it isn’t as easy, especially when you get into the more complex setup required for small businesses or multiple devices.

The prompts for installing the program made the entire setup take only a matter of minutes.

We love that AVG’s Internet Security suite gives you options to secure your personal photos and other documents.

This program offers a comprehensive security plan and protects you from all kinds of malware, like ransomware, viruses, spyware, and Trojans. And it will protect you while you’re surfing the web, opening email attachments, banking, and shopping.

AVG will not only scan your computer for problems but will also clean up your hard drive so your computer will work faster.

AVG antivirus software is organized differently than a lot of competitors, so it can take some getting used to if you’ve been using a different program.

We’re hesitant to recommend AVG Internet Security after its 2019 data breach. But if you decide it’s a good fit for you, it offers a full security suite, AVG Internet Security offers a full security suite to protect you.

One license is good for all your devices, so every PC and Android in your household is covered. Live customer support isn’t included, so if you need a more hands-on service, you may have to spring for a Premium Support package.

We evaluated this product by testing it on a Windows PC and Android mobile devices. We also scoured online forums and looked at technical reviews. For more information, see our Methodology.

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