Avira is a popular antivirus software that helps protect your computer from viruses, malware, and other threats. However, there may be times when you need to uninstall Avira from your Windows 7 computer. This article will guide you through the steps to uninstall Avira Free Antivirus on your Windows 7 computer.
Step 1: Close Avira Antivirus
The first step in uninstalling Avira Antivirus is to close the program. To do this, right-click the Avira icon in the system tray and click ???Exit.??? This will shut down the program and allow you to uninstall it.
Step 2: Uninstall Avira Antivirus
Once Avira is closed, you can begin the uninstallation process. Click the ???Start??? button in the lower left corner of your screen and select ???Control Panel.??? In the Control Panel, select ???Programs and Features.???
In the Programs and Features window, scroll down until you find ???Avira Free Antivirus,??? click on it, and then click the ???Uninstall??? button. The uninstaller will then guide you through the process of removing Avira from your computer.
Step 3: Remove Avira Registry Entries
After the uninstallation process is complete, you may still have some Avira registry entries on your computer. To remove these entries, click the ???Start??? button, type ???regedit??? in the search box, and press ???Enter.???
This will open the Registry Editor. Navigate to the following registry keys and delete any Avira entries:
- HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Avira
- HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Avira
Step 4: Restart Your Computer
After deleting any Avira registry entries, restart your computer. This will ensure that any leftover files are removed from your computer.
Conclusion
Uninstalling Avira Free Antivirus from your Windows 7 computer is a simple process. By following these four steps, you can easily remove Avira and any leftover files or registry entries. If you have any questions or encounter any issues during the uninstallation process, don???t hesitate to contact Avira support for assistance.
