AVG Ultimate for Windows

AVG Ultimate is an all-in-one software suite that provides complete protection, privacy, and performance optimization for your devices. It combines advanced antivirus technology, a secure VPN, and powerful tune-up tools to safeguard your data, boost speed, and ensure a smooth, secure digital experience for both personal and professional use.

Built to deliver efficiency and reliability, AVG Ultimate offers real-time protection against malware, ransomware, and phishing threats while enhancing system performance. Its intuitive interface, automatic maintenance, and privacy tools help users stay protected without interruptions, making it an ideal choice for those seeking strong security and effortless optimization in one package.

Empowering protection, performance, and privacy

Version 2013 was AVG's first push toward adopting and remixing the Modern UI movement. Not just a response to competitors, the Modern UI movement represents an overall push toward creating a more streamlined security experience. For the average consumer, what your anti-virus and anti-malware programs do to protect your computer have followed a set it and forget it mentality.

Balancing along the fine line of being both approachable yet empowering is a key goal of not just AVG but also just about any utility software developer: Modern UI has the visual appeal, but does it evoke control and the sense of security over all the software's power features?

In our last review, we commended AVG's decision to reduce the installation steps. It still contains a toolbar offer, and despite the universal hatred toward being fooled into installing yet another browser helper object, AVG's toolbar actually does include useful security options like Do Not Track. Again it's a tradeoff but if you really wanted DNT's features, then there's a standalone version available for free on Firefox and Chrome in their respective extension stores.

By now, almost every major security software maker has more or less adopted the flat, Modern UI look and AVG has kept its own visuals mostly intact. The main screen is decorated with AVG's primary areas of protection that include your computer, browsing the Web, identity protection features, e-mail protection, and extras that populate the second row if you opt to purchase the premium or Internet Security suites. It's the same as last year's design, but still a radical departure from the old AVG that's appreciated, yet still may take some getting used to for the more hands-on user. Thankfully, all its older scan settings are still neatly tucked under the options, though they aren't nearly as touch-friendly.

All visual and organizational improvements aside, AVG 2014 (along with many other security suites we've seen) have more or less been continuing to dress a Windows 7 application without completely assimilating into the actual Modern UI environment, wholeheartedly. I can understand this context under the stance that there are still many who don't face a real urgency to upgrade to Windows 8. But if you're moving toward minimal input and maintenance for running a security program in the background, then perhaps Modern UI might be better suited in the long run.

For example, the options menu is still very much geared toward the mouse user, so having a meet-halfway kind of design slightly disrupts the overall experience of maintaining and protecting your machine with the touch of your fingers.

Two notable additions to AVG Internet Security are File Shredder and Data Safe. File Shredder is a more permanent solution to deleting files and reducing any potential digital trails for recovery. By default, Windows doesn't actually delete files, even after clearing the Recycle Bin, with the exception of overly-large file sizes. For the average user, this might not seem like much but in the era of privacy concerns, it's a welcome feature that will slowly start to become more relevant to the average consumer.

Even Data Safe, AVG's own folder encryption, helps you create what is essentially a secured pseudo-partition in a native location that can only be unlocked with a password. It's a practical precaution for those who share their computers with others and wish to avoid having to create separate profiles.

AV-Test results for 2014 are not published, but the 2013 marks for Internet Security showed a slight drop in protection, going down from a 5.5 rating out of 6 to 5.0. Performance remained standard at 3.5 but usability shot up significantly from 4.5 to 5.5 out of 6. AV-Comparatives gave 2013 a 1.1 percent compromise rate in their real-world protection test in their July report. Overall, AVG has maintained a relatively consistent level of security, which is above average, but the gains in usability combined with reduced system load, makes this version one of the most lightweight protection solutions for your PC.

AVG Ultimate 2025 is an all-in-one digital security and performance suite designed to protect your devices, data, and privacy. It combines powerful tools like AVG Internet Security, Secure VPN, and AntiTrack to safeguard against malware, ransomware, phishing, and online tracking. With advanced AI threat detection, firewall protection, and real-time updates, it ensures your personal information and online activities remain private and secure across multiple platforms.

You can expect a significant boost in performance, with devices running up to 30% faster during use and starting up 79% quicker. However, some tools may require manual setup for optimal use, and there is a slight learning curve for first-time users, which can make initial configuration a bit challenging.

This software includes powerful 256-bit encryption to protect your data on public Wi-Fi, letting you browse safely and anonymously. Beyond protection, it includes AVG TuneUp to boost performance, clean junk files, and optimize startup speed. It enhances battery life, automatically maintains your system, and updates outdated software for smoother operation. The suite’s unified dashboard allows easy management of settings and performance tools. Whether for home or business use, it delivers seamless protection, privacy, and optimization for up to 10 devices. However, full features are available only in the premium version, and occasional pop-up notifications can be distracting, which can slightly interrupt the overall user experience.

Confidence in every connection

AVG Ultimate stands as a reliable choice for users seeking an all-in-one solution that combines protection, privacy, and performance. With real-time threat detection, powerful optimization tools, and intuitive design, it provides peace of mind and smooth digital experiences. As technology evolves, AVG continues to prioritize user safety and efficiency—proving that security and simplicity can work hand in hand for a smarter, safer digital world.

• Enhanced AI-powered threat detection for faster, smarter malware protection
• Stronger ransomware shield, web, and email protection
• Upgraded firewall for advanced network defense
• Improved performance tools with Smart Performance Advisor and faster cleanup
• Reduced system impact for smoother, faster operation
• Boosted privacy features with upgraded VPN, AntiTrack, and data encryption
• Refreshed dashboard and interface for easier navigation and modern look