How To Handle AVAST Issues In Windows 10

Avast has been a leading antivirus program for both online and offline protection for a large number of Windows users. However, there have been some issues with using Avast antivirus on Windows 10 which have led some of the users to switch to Windows Defender, the in-built protection program in Windows 10. One of the major issues faced were with Windows 10 Anniversary Update which led to glitches and errors for a number of users. However, Avast has a dedicated staff of technical experts who help users resolve these issues without much difficulty. It is this expert customer support, available to users at Avast Support Number for UK 24X7, which has made Avast one of the most popular antivirus programs among users.

Here we will discuss some of the issues commonly faced while using Avast in Windows 10 along with possible steps that can be taken by users to resolve it on their own. Avast technical support offers these tips to users with an intent to ensure smooth operability of Avast without interfering with the functionalities of Windows 10.

Windows 10 Action Center Fails to Recognize Avast

Occasionally, users might find that Windows Action Center is not recognizing Avast and an error message is displayed: “Windows Defender and Avast Antivirus are both turned off” or “Windows did not find an antivirus program.” Apparently, there is a rather simple solution to this problem, which involves disabling Avast antivirus and then re-enabling the same, which should prompt Windows 10 to recognize it.

Here are the steps on how to Fix it:  

1. Locate the Avast icon on the taskbar and right-click on it.
2. Go to Shields Control>Disable for 10 Minutes
3. Next, enable Avast again and select Enable All Shields

This should fix the issue, but if the problem persists, users can follow these steps to solve the same by using Command Prompt. However, it may be noted here that as a number of users are not familiar with how to access and use Command Prompt, it is advised to not follow up with these steps if there is a lack of clarity, at least not before seeking expert assistance. This technical assistance can be accessed at Avast contact UK at any hour of the day.

1. Right-click on Start Menu and select Command Prompt (Admin).
2. In Command Prompt window, type ‘winmgmt/verifyrepository’ and press Enter.
3. For message ‘WMI repository is consistent -no problems detected,’ type ‘winmgmt/resetrepository’ and press Enter.
4. For ‘WMI repository is inconsistent -problems detected,’ type ‘winmgmt/salvagerepository’ and Press Enter
5. For ‘WMI repository has been salvaged - WMI repository has been successfully rebuilt,’ simply continue to last step.
6. Next, reset the computer and the problem should be fixed.

Some other issues are also commonly reported by Avast users in Windows 10. These include:

• Avast causes black screen in Windows 10

• Getting ‘Process Trust’ Error during Avast installation

Sometimes, these issues might be caused due to more than one antivirus programs having been installed on the same system, which is bound to conflict with Avast, leading to issues with using or recognizing Avast. However, if that is not the case, users are recommended to follow the stepwise guidelines provided by Avast customer support and if the issue remains unresolved, contact technical professionals at Avast phone number for help.

Despite the issues faced, Avast continues to be one of the most in-demand antivirus programs among millions of users across the globe, which in itself is a testimony to the efficacy and professional services of Avast. However, technical issues are unavoidable given the kind of pace at which digital upgrades are introduced but what matters most is the manner in which those issues were handled. The credit for this goes to highly trained Avast technical support staff, equipped with just the right kind of tools and resources to help customers facing any issues. No wonder Avast Customer Service number is usually on the speed dial of Avast users.