How to Install Antivirus Avast in MacBook Pro 2024
Mytips.id - Avast Security for Mac is an essential security software that prevents viruses, spyware, and other dangerous threats from infecting your Mac.
This article provides instructions on how to download and install Avast Security on macOS.
1. To begin, download the Avast Security setup file, and save it to a familiar location on your Mac (by default, downloaded files are saved to your Downloads folder).
2. Next, double-click on the downloaded file "avast_security_online.dmg". Then, double-click on the Install Avast Security icon. Click Allow when prompted.
3. Review the Avast Privacy Policy and click Continue. Click Continue again to confirm that you have read the End User License Agreement, and then click Agree to confirm that you accept its terms.
4. Click Install to proceed with the default installation, or click Change Installation Location... if you want to make changes to the default settings.
5. If prompted, use your Touch ID to grant installation permission, or click Use Password..., then enter the password you use when starting your Mac, and click Install Software.
6. If prompted, click OK to allow Avast Security access to your Downloads folder. If prompted again, click OK to allow Avast Security access to your Desktop folder.
7. If prompted, use your Touch ID to authorize Avast Security to make changes to System Certificate Trust Settings, or enter the password you use when starting your Mac, and click Update Settings.
8. When the System Extension Blocked notification appears, click OK. Then, click Close and Move to Trash.
9. Avast Security is now installed on your Mac. To complete the initial setup, follow the on-screen instructions to grant Avast Security permissions. For detailed instructions, refer to the following article: Allowing all protection permissions in macOS.
Troubleshooting:
If you encounter installation issues, ensure that your Mac meets the minimum system requirements:
MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
- Apple macOS 13.x (Ventura), Apple macOS 12.x (Monterey), Apple macOS 11.x (Big Sur), Apple macOS 10.15.x (Catalina), Apple macOS 10.14.x (Mojave), Apple macOS 10.13.x (High Sierra), Apple macOS 10.12.x (Sierra), Apple Mac OS X 10.11.x (El Capitan)
- Intel-based Mac with 64-bit processor or Apple Silicon (M1) chip
- 512 MB RAM or higher (1 GB RAM or higher recommended)
- 750 MB free hard disk space
- Internet connection for downloading, activating, and maintaining application updates and antivirus database
- Optimal standard screen resolution of not less than 1024 x 768 pixels
Uninstall any previous antivirus software from your Mac. For instructions, refer to the following article: Removing other antivirus software installations.
Restart your Mac and then try installing Avast Security again by following the steps outlined in this article.
If the problem persists, contact Avast Support.
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