Avast Antivirus is a popular choice for protecting your computer from various threats. However, there might be situations where you need to temporarily disable it. Follow these steps to ensure you're doing it safely and correctly.
First, open the Avast antivirus program on your computer. You can do this by searching for 'Avast' in the Start menu or by clicking the Avast icon in the system tray.
Once the Avast interface is open, click on the Menu button at the top right corner and select Settings from the dropdown menu.
Within the Settings menu, look for the Protection tab on the left-hand side. Click on it to access protection-related settings.
Under the Protection tab, you will find an option called Core Shields. Click on it. You’ll see several switches to turn off different shields including File Shield, Behaviour Shield, Web Shield, and Mail Shield.
Switch off the shields you want to disable. A dialog box will appear asking how long you want to disable the shields. Select the appropriate time duration as per your requirement and click OK.
After choosing the duration, Avast will disable the selected shields for the specified period. Remember that disabling antivirus protection makes your computer vulnerable to threats, so it’s important to enable the shields again after your task is completed.
To re-enable the shields, simply follow the same steps and turn each shield back on. It’s recommended to do this as soon as possible to maintain continuous protection for your computer.
By carefully following these steps, you can manage your Avast antivirus settings effectively and keep your system secure.
