General

What is Avast One Privacy Control?

Avast Privacy Control is a privacy solution in Avast One that helps you find and remove personal information exposed on data broker websites, review risky passwords saved in your browser, send advertising opt-out requests, and follow step-by-step privacy guides for supported online services.

Which platforms support Avast Privacy Control?

At present, Avast Privacy Control is available on Windows.

What is the difference between Avast One Privacy Control and Avast BreachGuard?

In the United States, Avast Privacy Control is the privacy solution available through Avast One. In other regions, this application is replaced by Avast BreachGuard.

Which features are included in Avast One Privacy Control?

Depending on your version of Avast Privacy Control, the following features may be available:

• Data Broker Scan: Scans data broker websites for your personal information.
• Data Broker Removal: Sends or manages removal requests for listed data broker records.
• Password Checkup: Checks browser-saved passwords for weak or risky credentials.
• Ads Opt-Out: Uses the Avast Online Security & Privacy browser extension to send advertising opt-out requests.
• Privacy Advisor: Provides step-by-step guides to improve privacy settings in supported online services.

What is included in the free version and the Premium version of Privacy Control?

The free version includes Data Broker Scan with a manual removal option and Ads Opt-Out (available via the Avast Online Security & Privacy browser extension).

The Premium version adds automatic Data Broker Removal, Password Checkup, and Privacy Advisor.

Do I need an Avast Account to use Avast Privacy Control?

Yes. When you first open Avast Privacy Control, you may be asked to sign in to your Avast Account before you can continue.

Download and Installation

What are the system requirements for Avast One Privacy Control?

For detailed information on system requirements, refer to the following article: System requirements for Avast applications. As Privacy Control is part of Avast One, check the minimum system requirements for Avast One.

How do I install Avast One Privacy Control?

Privacy Control is available as part of Avast One. For instructions on installing Avast One, refer to the following article: Installing and Activating Avast One apps.

Data Broker Scan and Removal

What are data brokers?

Data brokers are companies that collect, combine, and sell personal information from sources such as public records and online activity. This can lead to unwanted contact or put your identity at risk.

How do I perform a data broker scan?

To start a scan, you need to enter the required details shown in the app. You can also add optional information, such as your address, ZIP code, email address, and phone number, to improve scan accuracy. For detailed instructions, refer to the following article: Avast One Privacy Control - Getting Started.

What happens after the scan is complete?

When the scan is complete, the results appear on the dashboard. What happens next depends on your version of Avast Privacy Control:

• Free version: You are guided through manual removal requests.
• Premium version: Avast sends removal requests automatically where possible.

Why do some removal requests require my review?

Some data brokers require additional verification that Avast cannot complete automatically. In these cases, the request is flagged for your review and instructions are provided in the app.

What if Data Broker Scan finds a profile that is not mine?

If a profile that matches your details is found but is not yours, you can exclude it from future scan results and removal requests. On the Data brokers scanned dashboard, click the down arrow next to the relevant profile to view more details. Click This is not me ▸ Exclude profile.

How often are scans and removal requests repeated?

Scans and removal requests are repeated automatically every 90 days.

Can I add or edit the information I use to search data broker sites?

Yes. You can edit your information or add additional details at any time. To do so, open Avast One, then go to ••• Menu ▸ Settings. In the left panel, select Privacy Control ▸ Data Broker Removal. Click Add or edit to update your current details or add additional ones.

Can Avast remove my information from every website?

No. Avast submits removal requests where possible, but the ability to request deletion depends on whether your personal information is found on monitored data broker websites and whether the broker allows automated handling.

Password Checkup

What is Password Checkup?

Password Checkup is a Premium feature that helps you identify weak or compromised passwords saved in your browser.

Which passwords does Password Checkup review?

Password Checkup checks only passwords that are saved in the browser you select in Avast Privacy Control.

Does Password Checkup scan passwords stored outside my browser?

No. Password Checkup does not include passwords stored outside your browser, such as passwords saved in other apps or services.

What should I do if Password Checkup finds a risky password?

Click Review next to the detected password, then click Change password to open the relevant website and update your password. After changing the password, return to Avast Privacy Control and click Mark as resolved.

How can I create a strong password?

We recommend using a password that:

• Contains at least 10 characters, ideally 12 or more.
• Includes a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols.
• Is not reused for other accounts or services.
• Uses a memorable phrase rather than a single word.

Ads Opt-Out

What is Ads Opt-Out?

Ads Opt-Out is a feature that uses the Avast Online Security & Privacy browser extension to send requests to participating advertisers to stop using your data for tracking and personalized advertising.

Do I need a browser extension to use Ads Opt-Out?

Yes. Ads Opt-Out requires the Avast Online Security & Privacy browser extension. For detailed instructions, refer to the following article: Installing Avast Online Security & Privacy.

Should I install the extension in all my browsers?

We recommend installing the Avast Online Security & Privacy extension in each supported browser on your device.

Privacy Advisor

What is Privacy Advisor?

Privacy Advisor is a paid feature that provides step-by-step guidance to help you review and adjust privacy settings in supported online accounts.

What can I do with Privacy Advisor?

You can open a guide from the list in Avast Privacy Control and follow the recommended steps to update the privacy settings for the selected service.