Millions of American consumers who bought antivirus software from Avast may be eligible to receive a portion of a $16.5 ...

If you bought Avast antivirus software between August 2014 and January 2020, you should do two things right away: First, look into filing a claim for some of the $16.5 million dollar settlement that ...

Almost 3.7 million people are now eligible to collect some cash from Avast, a popular antivirus software company that stole and sold customer data for years. Here's what you need to know if you bought ...

Avast reached a $16.5 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission, which includes compensation for users who bought ...

According to the FTC, Avast claimed it used a special algorithm to remove identifying information before transferring the ...

The Federal Trade Commission has begun sending claim forms to consumers who purchased antivirus software from Avast under ...

To file a claim after you get the email, visit the FTC's Avast settlement site. Click the button to apply for a refund.

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The child tax credit provides big benefits for families with children, but you may have to wait a bit longer for your tax refund. Thomas is a native of upstate New York and a graduate of the ...

Most refunds will be issued less than three weeks after a return is filed. Taxpayers can track their refund status using the IRS's online tool or app a day after filing their return. The tracking ...

Avast One expands upon the company’s free security suite, with upgraded defenses against online threats and additional features. You don’t get just excellent antivirus protection, but tools to ...