Avast Passwords

Is support for Avast Passwords ending and is there an alternative?

Yes, the support for Avast Passwords is ending across all platforms, including Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS.

Users are encouraged to migrate to the new Avast Password Manager standalone browser extension and the new mobile application.

When is the support of Avast Passwords ending?

Your data will be kept until end of May 2025. However, in the event of an outage or a back-end error, your data may be lost. Ensure you switch to the new Avast Password Manager standalone browser extension, or mobile application, as soon possible.

Why is the support of Avast Passwords ending?

A new standalone application had to be created to support more features, improve functionality, and allow scalability. The new Avast Password Manager app already includes new features, such as Addresses, Bank accounts, and Favorites, which were not part of Avast Passwords.

I sync my Avast Passwords data to the cloud — what is the impact for me?

After December 2024, the sync function will no longer be automatic. You will need to sign out, then sign back in again, to refresh your data.

I do not sync my Avast Passwords data and it is stored locally — what is the impact for me?

Windows users: After May 2025, your Avast Passwords data will not be accessible. Avast Passwords will stop functioning with cloud sync and local storage at that time. You must manually export your data from the respective source, and migrate to the new Avast Password Manager .

Mac users: After May 2025, your Avast Passwords data may still be available. However, we highly recommend you to use the new Avast Password Manager standalone browser extension, on Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Mozilla Firefox.

Android users/iOS users: After May 2025, your Avast Passwords data may still be available. However, we highly recommend you to use the new Avast Password Manager application.

Avast Password Manager

What is the new Avast Password Manager?

Avast Password Manager is a standalone browser extension and a mobile application. The mobile app is available on Android and iOS. The standalone browser extension is available on the following platforms and browsers:

• Windows: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge
• Mac: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge
• Android: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge
• iOS: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, Safari

Does Avast Password Manager support a local vault (local storage of your data)?

No. Your data (passwords, credit card information, addresses, etc.), is stored in an online vault.

Are online vaults secure?

Your data is encrypted. Avast Password Manager helps keep your data secure using advanced encryption, with the use of your vault password as well as the cloud-based vault. No one can view your data, not even Avast.

Subscription

Will my existing Avast Password subscription continue to work for Avast Password Manager?

Yes. You can continue to use your Avast Passwords subscription in the new Avast Password Manager.

Is Avast Password Manager a free or paid application?

Avast Password Manager is available as both a free and paid application. The paid subscription includes two premium features: Password Guardian and One Touch Login.

Do I need an Avast account to access Avast Password Manager?

Yes. You need to sign in to your Avast Account before you can set up the Avast Password Manager standalone browser extension, as well as the Avast Password Manager mobile app.

Exporting and importing data

How do I export my Avast Passwords Data?

For detailed instructions on exporting your Avast Passwords Data, refer to the following article:

• Exporting and importing Avast Passwords data into Avast Password Manager

How do I import my exported data into the Avast Password Manager standalone browser extension?

For detailed instructions on importing your Avast Passwords Data into Avast Password Manager, refer to the following article:

• Exporting and importing Avast Passwords data into Avast Password Manager