Here's how to transfer your Avast license to a new computer: 1. **Backup the license file:** - First, open Avast Antivirus on your old computer. - Click on "Settings" or "Options." - Navigate to "License Information" or "My Licenses." - Look for an option to "Export License File" or something similar, and save the file to a secure location, like a USB drive or email it to yourself. 2. **Install Avast on the new computer:** - Visit the official Avast website to download the latest version of Avast Antivirus. - Install the software on the new computer, following the setup wizard's instructions. 3. **Import the license file:** - After installation, open Avast on the new computer. - Go to "Settings" or "Options." - Find the option to "Import License File" or a similar choice. - Browse to where you saved the license file, select it, and click "Open" or "Import." 4. **Activate the license:** - Avast should automatically recognize and activate the imported license. If prompted, follow any on-screen instructions to complete the activation process. 5. **Uninstall Avast from the old computer:** - To ensure the license is no longer associated with the old computer, uninstall Avast from there. - Go to the Control Panel or Apps Manager, find Avast, and follow the prompts to uninstall it. Now, your Avast license has successfully been transferred to the new computer. Remember to keep the software updated for optimal protection.

Applies to: Moving a licensed Avast from one computer to another, or changing the installation location of Avast on a Windows computer.

Supported migrations: Avast Free Antivirus, Avast Premier

How do I transfer Avast from my old computer to the new one?

How do I transfer Avast from my old computer to a new one with an existing license? I have Avast on my current old computer with a 3-year subscription, and I'm currently in the second year of it.

I recently bought a new computer and was wondering if it's possible to transfer my Avast security software, along with its license, to the new one. Does anyone know how to perform the transfer process without having to reinstall Avast and move it to the new PC?

This is a real case of an Avast user who sought help on a forum. Most of the replies to the post were negative. Because of the activation mechanism that Avast has in place, downloading and reinstalling a new version of Avast on a new computer with the old key may not work.

And how can you continue using the paid Avast on the new computer? If you are in the same boat, stay here. By reading this page, you will learn how to effectively transfer Avast and its license to a new PC or another hard drive with the help of a professional PC transfer software.

Preparation

Before you begin the migration process, you should first:

1. Download and install Todo PCTrans on both computers.

Recently, Todo PCTrans added a new feature that lets you transfer antivirus software like Avast, AVG, and Avira, along with their licenses, to a new computer or hard drive.

If you're moving Avast from an old computer to a new one, remember to install it on both machines.

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2. Launch Todo PCTrans tool to initiate unlimited transfer

To ensure a smooth transfer, you need to activate this software in advance.

You can click on this page: Buy Activation Code, to upgrade Todo PCTrans to the Pro version:

Once activated, you may proceed with the transfer process as outlined in the guide below.

Moving an Avast License to a New Computer

With Todo PCTrans's PC to PC feature, you can effectively transfer Avast and its license to the target computer.

That's it – your Avast license has now been transferred to the new computer.

Step 1: Run Todo PCTrans on Both Computers

Install and run Todo PCTrans on both computers. On the source computer, click PC to PC on the main screen.

Step 2: Set the transfer direction - from old to new or from new to old

If you're transferring the antivirus software from an old computer to a new one, select New. If you're moving it from your current computer to a remote old one, select Old.

Step 3: Connect the two computers

Connect to the target computer and enter the account password or verification code of the target computer.

Step 3: Choose the antivirus program you want to transfer to another computer

1. Under "Applications," select the antivirus you want to transfer to your new computer, such as AVG, Avast, or Avira.

Select the antivirus program to transfer

2. After selecting the antivirus, click “Transfer” to start the transfer process.

Select the antivirus to transfer

What happens next: Once the transfer is complete, follow these instructions to activate and run Avast on your new computer.

Step 1: Find Avast on your new computer and run it.

Step 2: Click the “Activate” button in the program to complete the activation process.

Step 3: Restart your PC if needed.

After that, you should be able to continue using Avast on the new computer to clean out any viruses or malware.

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Transferring Avast to a New Hard Drive or Changing the Installation Location To transfer Avast to a new hard drive or change its installation location, follow these steps: 1. **Backup Avast Files**: First, make sure you have a backup of your Avast license and settings. You can find your license information in the Avast UI under "About." To save your settings, create a backup using the Avast Settings Backup tool (usually located in the Avast installation folder). 2. **Uninstall Avast**: Go to the Control Panel on your current system and uninstall Avast Antivirus. Make sure to remove all related components as well. 3. **Install Avast on the New Hard Drive**: Insert or connect the new hard drive to your computer. Install Avast Antivirus on the new hard drive by downloading the latest version from the official Avast website. During the installation process, you will be prompted to choose an installation location. Select the desired folder on the new hard drive. 4. **Restore Settings and License**: After the installation is complete, open Avast and restore your settings from the backup file you created earlier. This process may vary depending on the Avast version, but typically you can find an option to import settings in the "Tools" or "Settings" section. Lastly, enter your license information when prompted or activate it manually through the "Registration" or "License" tab in the Avast UI. 5. **Update and Scan**: Update Avast to the latest definitions and perform a full system scan to ensure everything is working correctly. By following these steps, you should successfully transfer Avast to your new hard drive without losing any licenses or personalized settings.

If you want to change the location where Avast is installed, you can use the Application Migration feature in Todo PCTrans to help you with this.

Here are the detailed steps to move Avast from the C drive to another drive:

Step 1. Run Todo PCTrans on your computer

Go to "App Migration" and tap "Start" to continue.

Select the application migration transfer mode

Step 2: Choose the programs you want to move from the C drive to another disk

1. Select the C drive and check the programs you want to move (labeled "Yes").

2. Click the triangle icon and select another disk on your computer as the target. Then, click “Transfer” to start the migration process.

Select the apps to transfer

Step 3: Complete the transfer

Wait patiently for the conversion to complete, and then click “OK” to confirm.

When finished, if necessary, restart your computer, which will preserve all of the changes made to your system, allowing you to run the program from a different hard drive without having to reinstall it.

Note: If Avast prompts you to activate after the transfer, click the Activate or Upgrade button in the program.

It will inspect your original code and perform the activation for you.