Click the three vertical dots next to the avast icon on the upper right to get to this setting. It can cause problems on your computer to have two different anti malware products installed and running at the same time. Check your settings when Avast Secure Browser is open to see if the third pic has it enabled to startup when Windows starts up. If you do, be sure to remove the product you don't want before you install the new one. Before you install anti malware software, check to make sure you don't already have an anti malware product on your computer. Windows Defender will turn off if you install another anti malware program to protect your PC. You should carefully investigate the source of anti malware and other products before downloading and installing them. Many companies, including those listed on this page, distribute anti malware software. For business security software that is compatible with Windows, please contact your security vendor of choice. Just click the company name to see the Windows-compatible product they offer. Should you wish to explore alternatives to the already installed or available Microsoft antimalware software on your Windows PC, the reputable security companies listed below provide consumer security software that is compatible with Windows. I kept on looking for the uninstall folder but no luck there. Avast antivirus now installs Avast Secure browser if you don't pay attention, learn how to uninstall or remove it if you've installed it accidentally on your. I wanted to uninstall it again but it doesnt appear on the add/remove programs. Hackers and scammers sometimes use fake antimalware software to trick you into installing viruses or malware on your computer. Ive tried the usual uninstalling method of adding/removing programs, but Avast Secure Browser is still visible on my start menu, and program files. Windows Defender is free and is included in Windows, always on and always working to protect your PC against malware.

Malware consists of viruses, spyware and other potentially unwanted software.

If you’re running Windows 10, Windows 8.1, or Windows 8, you’ve already got Windows Defender built in, helping to protect you against viruses, spyware, and other malware.

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