How to disable AVG temporarily
Do you need to disable your antivirus for a while? Don't worry, temporarily disabling AVG is a simple task that will allow you to perform the actions you need without the program interrupting you. In this article we will show you how to disable AVG temporarily so that you can carry out your tasks without complications. Keep reading to learn the necessary steps.
– Step by step -- How to temporarily disable AVG
- Open the AVG program on your computer.
- Click on the “Options” menu in the upper right corner of the screen.
- Select the “Settings” option from the drop-down menu.
- Click on the »General» tab in the menu on the left.
- Find the “Active Protection” option and click on it.
- Uncheck the box that says “Enable active protection” to disable AVG temporarily.
- Confirm that you want to disable AVG temporarily when requested.
- AVG will now be temporarily disabled and you will be able to perform the tasks you need without interfering with the operation of your computer.
FAQ
How to Disable AVG Temporarily in Windows?
- Open AVG on your computer.
- Click on “Options”.
- Select “Temporarily disable protection.”
- Choose the length of time you want to disable AVG.
- Click "OK".
How to disable AVG temporarily on Mac?
- Open AVG on your Mac.
- Click »AVG Internet Security» in the menu bar.
- Select “Stop Protection.”
- Choose the time you want to stop protection.
- Click “Stop Protection.”
How to turn AVG back on after temporarily disabling it?
- Open AVG on your computer.
- Click on “Options”.
- Select “Enable protection”.
How to disable AVG temporarily on Android?
- Open the AVG app on your Android device.
- Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner.
- Select “Real-time protection”.
- Slide the switch to the left to disable protection.
How to disable AVG temporarily on iOS?
- Open the AVG app on your iOS device.
- Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner.
- Select “Real-time protection”.
- Slide the switch to the left to disable protection.
How to temporarily disable AVG on a specific version?
- The process may vary slightly depending on the specific version of AVG you are using.
- Consult the official AVG documentation to get precise instructions for your version.
What precautions should I take when temporarily disabling AVG?
- Only disable AVG temporarily if absolutely necessary.
- Perform the task that requires disabling AVG as quickly as possible.
- Do not download or install unknown programs while AVG is disabled.
Why should I temporarily disable AVG?
- You may need to disable AVG temporarily to perform a task that AVG is interfering with, such as installing a program that AVG detects as potentially unwanted.
Can I temporarily disable AVG if my computer is infected?
- If you suspect your computer is infected, it is best not to temporarily disable AVG and seek help from a computer security professional.
How can I contact AVG support if I'm having trouble temporarily disabling it?
- Visit AVG's official website and look for their technical support section.
- There you will find contact options such as live chat, email or phone.
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