Protect your Windows 7 PC with Avast Free Antivirus
Microsoft no longer supports Windows 7 — but Avast does!
Our top-rated antivirus protection will stay fully updated on Windows 7
Maximum Windows 7 performance
Independent test lab AV-Comparatives has rated Avast “the antivirus with the lowest impact on PC performance.” Fast, light, and powerful, Avast ensures you don’t have to sacrifice your Windows 7 PC’s performance for world-class protection.
Full Windows 7 protection
Microsoft no longer supports Windows 7. This means no critical security updates are made to the operating system or to its built-in Microsoft Security Essentials tool. This is where Avast can help. Though using an unsupported operating system is never without risk, Avast’s award-winning cybersecurity solution is continually updated to provide Windows 7 users with ongoing antivirus protection.
Learn more about how Avast protects Windows 7 users.
Approved antivirus for Windows 7
Avast is Windows 7’s official consumer security software provider. That means we're trusted by Microsoft - and our 435+ million users - to prevent viruses, malware, and other issues.
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How to install Avast Antivirus for Windows 7
It’s easy to start protecting your PC or laptop against viruses and malware with the latest version of Avast antivirus for Windows 7.
Just follow these easy steps:
- Download the installer by clicking here.
- Right-click the installer and click “run as administrator”.
- Click “Install”.
- When the progress bar vanishes, your device is protected.
And that's it! Your device is now secure.
FAQ
Is Windows 7 still safe to use?
How do I protect my Windows 7 from viruses?
But if you’re looking for a good antivirus for PC viruses, you won’t find one better than Avast Antivirus for Windows 7. Our powerful Windows 7 virus scanner and removal tool will find any malware on your system and remove it, as well as prevent your PC from becoming infected with any other computer virus in the future.
No matter what type of malware is threatening your system, Avast is the solution.