Avira won't open - this helps

The Avira antivirus program protects your computer from malware. Every now and then, as with other software, you may encounter problems with the application. Find out what you can do if Avira Antivirus no longer opens.

Avira does not work - this is how you can help

If Avira Antivirus does not open as usual, this can be due to various reasons.

• It can happen from time to time that the protection software hangs. If this happens, try to close the program using Task Manager and then restart it.
• Make sure that the version you have installed is up-to-date. Avira usually downloads and installs updates automatically. If this is not the case, you can also download and install the updates manually.
• A virus can also be the reason for the problems with the software. Therefore, scan your system with a tool such as Malware Antibytes to find and remove any pests.

Remove and reinstall Avira Antivirus

If the problems still persist, it may help if you reinstall Avira Antivirus on your computer. Before you start the reinstallation, you should remove the already installed version.

1. Open the Windows Start menu and click the gear icon to open the settings.
2. Click on "Apps & Features" and select Avira Antivirus in the list of applications.
3. Finally click on "Uninstall" and follow the instructions.

Once the uninstallation is complete, you can proceed with the reinstallation of the protection software.