Antiviruses are a great protection tool for your system no matter what operating system you have. However, since most people have Windows 10 installed in their systems we will assume that you are using antivirus protection. If you have Avast installed in your system and you have updated your Windows 10 chances are that you might be facing several issues. In this article, I will show you how you can fix the Avast not working after Windows 10 update. So, stick to the end. 

What is Avast antivirus?

Avast is a well-known antivirus programme, designed to protect computers and other electronic equipment against spyware, viruses, malware, and other internet threats. It was initially released in 1988 and is now among the most widely used antivirus products.

Avast’s security solutions include real-time protection, email scanning, site filtering, and behavior analysis, to name just a few. It also includes tools like a network security scanner, a game mode that improves gaming performance, and a password manager.

Reasons why Avast is running into a problem

• Avast may be conflicting with other software installed on your computer, causing it to run into problems. This could be due to software incompatibilities, outdated drivers, or other issues.
•  The Avast installation may have become corrupted, either due to an incomplete installation or other factors such as malware or a virus.
• Outdated versions of Avast may not work properly with newer versions of operating systems or other software.
•  Malware or virus infection may be causing problems with Avast or other software on your computer.

How to fix Avast not working after Windows 10 update?

Windows 10 not recognising Avast

• Now, one of the first things that you can do is right-click on the Avast icon from your PC’s taskbar. 
• Then, head to Avast shields control and then select Disable for 10 minutes. 
• Then, after you have enabled it in the similar fashion shown above, select ‘Enable all shields’.
• These steps will solve the problem of Windows 10 not recognizing Avast and the prompts that you were earlier seeing of non-recognition will now disappear. 

Avast is causing a black screen

To fix this kind of Avast service is not running issue, follow the steps below:

• Firstly, using the F8 key, you can start your computer in safe mode.
• After starting in safe mode, uninstall Avast and any other antivirus programmes that might be the issue.
• To see if the black screen issue has been resolved, try restarting your computer normally.
• If the issue persists, try updating your graphics drivers because out-of-date drivers may prevent antivirus software from performing as intended.
• Or you can simply try disabling any Windows services that Avast might be interfering with as a different alternative. If you want to begin, simply launch Task Manager and choose the Services tab. Any services related to Avast or your graphics drivers should be located and turned off.

I hope now you know why the Avast service is not running and the possible fixes for it. For more such articles, do follow Cleaner Suite.

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