Avast Online Security
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| 28 | - [Mobile Security](https://avast.com/partners/mobile-security) | |
| 29 | - [VPN](https://avast.com/partners/vpn) | |
| 30 | - [Threat Intelligence](https://avast.com/partners/threat-intelligence) | |
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| 34 | - [Careers](https://avast.com/careers) | |
| 35 | - - - [Privacy](https://avast.com/privacy) | |
| 36 | - [Expert guides](https://avast.com/c-category-privacy) | |
| 37 | - [Privacy blogs](https://blog.avast.com/topic/privacy) | |
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| 39 | - [Digital trust](https://avast.com/digital-trust) | |
| 40 | - - - [Press releases](https://press.avast.com/) | |
| 41 | - [Events](https://press.avast.com/events) | |
| 42 | - [In the news](https://press.avast.com/news) | |
| 43 | - [Media materials](https://press.avast.com/media-materials) | |
| 44 | - [PR contacts](https://press.avast.com/contacts) | |
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| 46 | - [Awards](https://avast.com/awards-certifications) | |
| 47 | - [Contact us](https://avast.com/contacts) | |
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| 49 | - [Avast Blog | |
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| 51 | Read about recent news from the security world](https://blog.avast.com/) | |
| 52 | - [Avast Academy | |
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| 54 | Expert tips and guides about digital security and privacy](https://www.avast.com/c-academy) | |
| 55 | - [Avast Decoded | |
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| 57 | In-depth technical articles regarding security threats](https://decoded.avast.io/) | |
| 58 | - [Avast Forum | |
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| 60 | Discuss with the community](https://forum.avast.com/) | |
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| 62 | Online Security & Privacy | |
| 63 | ||
| 64 | ## Browse smarter and safer for free - install Avast's security and privacy extension | |
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| 66 | Stay more private online. Get more control over who sees your online activity info. Boost your online security against harmful websites and phishing scams. | |
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| 68 | 26,260 people [**scored**](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/avast-online-security-pri/gomekmidlodglbbmalcneegieacbdmki) us 4.4 / 5 | |
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| 100 | ###### Block online trackers and browse anonymously | |
| 101 | ||
| 102 | ###### Take the hassle out of website cookie permissions | |
| 103 | ||
| 104 | ###### Easily avoid malicious websites and phishing scams | |
| 105 | ||
| 106 | ###### Optimize your privacy settings on your favorite platforms | |
| 107 | ||
| 108 | Avast Online Security & Privacy | |
| 109 | ||
| 110 | ###### Get our browser extension - surf with added confidence | |
| 111 | ||
| 112 | New feature | |
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| 114 | Cookie Manager | |
| 115 | ||
| 116 | ## Reduce annoying cookie pop-ups when you visit websites | |
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| 118 | Take all the hassle out of dealing with [cookie permissions](https://avast.com/c-enable-disable-cookies) every time you visit websites. Let Avast's Cookie Manager do it for you. | |
| 119 | ||
| 120 | - Avoid seeing and dealing with annoying cookie pop-ups. | |
| 121 | - Auto accept or decline cookies - set it and forget it. | |
| 122 | - Save time and avoid thousands of unnecessary clicks while you browse. | |
| 123 | ||
| 124 | Privacy features | |
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| 126 | ## Keep your online activities private and anonymous | |
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| 128 | Keep your online activity hidden, block online snoops, and get step-by-step privacy advice. | |
| 129 | ||
| 130 | **Ads opt-out** - send requests to specific advertisers to stop using your data. | |
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| 132 | **Global Privacy Control**- stop web companies from collecting and selling your personal data. [Learn more](https://globalprivacycontrol.org/) | |
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| 134 | **Privacy Advisor** - optimize your privacy settings in seconds, across your favorite platforms, guided by our Privacy Advisor. | |
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| 136 | Security features | |
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| 138 | ## Secure your browser against online threats and phishing scams | |
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| 140 | Enjoy an extra level of real-time threat protection, every time you browse. | |
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| 142 | **Safe searches** - get safer search engine results that show which sites are safe and which aren't, before you visit them. | |
| 143 | ||
| 144 | **Secure browsing** - get a real-time alerts about suspicious web pages and block your connection before they can cause harm. | |
| 145 | ||
| 146 | Privacy advisor | |
| 147 | ||
| 148 | ## Get your social media privacy settings working harder | |
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| 150 | Reduce the amount of personal info your share online. Access step-by-step advice about the privacy settings on your favorite online services, including [Instagram](https://avast.com/c-change-instagram-privacy-settings), [Facebook](https://avast.com/c-change-facebook-privacy-settings), X, [Google](https://avast.com/c-how-to-delete-your-google-search-history), and more. | |
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| 152 | Online Security & Privacy | |
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| 154 | ## Get our online security and privacy extension - enjoy greater browsing confidence | |
| 155 | ||
| 156 | Enhance your online privacy by blocking online trackers and managing who can monitor your online habits. Strengthen your online security against malicious websites and phishing. | |
| 157 | ||
| 158 | ## FAQs | |
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| 160 | Users don't need to stop using their favorite browsers - they can simply add some smart enhancements or services that improve their basic browser's functionality. Usually, these extensions are for desktop browsers only. | |
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| 162 | Browser extensions are safe but it's important to install the extension from a reputable source with a high trust rating among users. It's best [to remove questionable browser extensions](https://www.avast.com/c-how-to-remove-extensions-from-chrome) that you suspect might be negatively impacting your privacy and security. If in doubt, read the company's privacy policy and check online user ratings. | |
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| 164 | A security and privacy browser extension is a great way to add more layers of security and privacy to your current browser. Avast Online Security & Privacy is safe to use and, when used together with [our other privacy and security products](), helps to provide 360-degree protection. | |
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| 166 | Yes, it's free. At Avast we believe that everyone deserves free access to essential online security and privacy protection. Download [SecureLine VPN](https://www.avast.com/secureline-vpn), [AntiTrack](https://www.avast.com/antitrack), or [BreachGuard](https://www.avast.com/breachguard) if you want more comprehensive online privacy and identity theft support alongside our browser extension. Keep in mind, you can always look out for [discounts on Avast products](https://www.avast.com/discounts) anytime throughout the year. Your privacy is vital to us. For this reason, we don't ever sell your data. Check our [privacy policy](https://www.avast.com/privacy-policy). | |
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| 168 | Yes, it can - it adds an extra layer of security and privacy to Google Chrome so users can browse with added security and privacy. In fact, Avast Online Security & Privacy browser extension can be used with the following browsers: Mozilla, Microsoft Edge, Opera, and [Avast Secure Browser](https://www.avast.com/secure-browser). | |
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| 170 | Not yet. That said, if you'd like this, why not download [Avast Secure Browser](https://www.avast.com/secure-browser) from our dedicated page? Our standard version of this browser is 100% free and blocks online ads, which can help speed up your browsing experience. And that's not all. You can also use it alongside our Avast Online Security & Privacy extension, enjoying the online security and privacy perks of both apps. | |
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| 172 | ## Cover your privacy from all angles | |
| 173 | ||
| 174 | Add advanced privacy protection to your essential protection with these Avast products. | |
| 175 | ||
| 176 | ### Never miss our news | |
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| 178 | Get the latest in security news, straight to your inbox. By subscribing above, you're consenting to the terms of our newsletter subscription in our [Privacy Policy](https://avast.com/privacy-policy). | |
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