How to Uninstall AVG Antivirus Free

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AVG Antivirus Free is a popular antivirus software that protects your computer against viruses, malware, and other online threats. However, if you want to uninstall the software for any reason, this article will guide you through the process.

Step 1: Close the AVG Antivirus Free Program

Before you begin the uninstallation process, make sure to close the AVG Antivirus Free program. You can do this by right-clicking on the AVG icon in the system tray and selecting "Quit AVG."

Avg Icon In System Tray

Step 2: Uninstall AVG Antivirus Free from Programs and Features

The next step is to uninstall AVG Antivirus Free from the Programs and Features section in the Control Panel. Here's how:

  1. Open the Control Panel by clicking on the Windows Start menu and searching for "Control Panel."
  2. Click on "Programs and Features."
  3. Find "AVG Antivirus Free" in the list of installed programs.
  4. Click on "AVG Antivirus Free" and then click on "Uninstall."
  5. Follow the prompts to uninstall AVG Antivirus Free.
Control Panel Programs And Features

Step 3: Remove AVG Antivirus Free Leftovers

After uninstalling AVG Antivirus Free from Programs and Features, there may still be leftovers on your computer. To remove them, follow these steps:

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type "regedit" and press Enter.
  3. Click on "HKEY_CURRENT_USER" in the left-hand pane.
  4. Click on "Software."
  5. Find "AVG" in the list of software and delete it.
  6. Click on "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE" in the left-hand pane.
  7. Click on "Software."
  8. Find "AVG" in the list of software and delete it.
  9. Restart your computer.
Registry Editor

Step 4: Delete AVG Antivirus Free Files and Folders

The final step is to delete any remaining AVG Antivirus Free files and folders. Here's how:

  1. Press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type "%programdata%" and press Enter.
  3. Delete the "AVG" folder.
  4. Type "%appdata%" and press Enter.
  5. Delete the "AVG" folder.
  6. Restart your computer.
Windows Run Dialog Box

Conclusion

Uninstalling AVG Antivirus Free is a straightforward process that can be completed in a few easy steps. If you encounter any issues during the uninstallation process, you can contact AVG support for assistance.

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