Avast is antivirus software, responsible for the security of your devices and data. For proper working, it is your responsibility to update it as the new version released. Although Avast automatically updates software but is Avast not updating? No problem!
In this article, you can read the possibility that what may the reason behind this problem and how Avast can be updated manual?
Why Updating Avast is Important?
Like other pieces of software, it is also important to update Avast when any update releases. The latest version includes many new features which will improve and enhance security.
It is a good habit to keep all your pieces of software up to date so that they can perform well and you can take the full advantages.
Without any delay, let?s start it.
Update Avast Antivirus Manual
For manual updating, launch Avast. Go to settings and then go to the update section. Click on each program to update them.
Note: Make your internet connection is active.
If this method is not working for you then scroll down the read the next one.
Update Avast from Control Panel
This is the method by which you can repair Avast software. Launch a startup menu by pressing Windows + X keys. Now go to settings, switch to general. Further, in the Apps section locate Avast software.
After location, it, click the button of repair. If there is no repair button then must be an uninstall button. Click it.
A box will appear and ask either to uninstall this program or repair it. Click repair it. This will take some time to complete.
After complete, restart your computer and then go to Avast => Settings => Updates and check are you using the latest version now.
Download Avast Update
If you do not have internet connection or unable to update software then Avast allows downloading updates.
Benefits of downloading these updates:
- Normally helpful if you do not have an internet connection but want to update the antivirus.
- This will update the software so, any error occurring will be also removed. In other words, Avast software will be repaired.
- No extra effort will be required. Just download and start updating.
- You do not need to uninstall the older version and then install the latest version.
These updates can be downloaded from Avast official site.
Update your Operating System
This problem may also occur if your operating system such as Windows is not updated.
Try to update the operating system so that, not only Avast but also the other programs can run better.
Last Words
These methods are tested and are recommended by Avast itself. If you are still facing problem then better to define your issue in communities like our comments section, online forum, social media.
You can also contact Avast using their support forum or email.