How to Disable Avira on PC or Mac

Disabling Avira Real-Time Protection on Windows

1. 
   Right-click on the Avira icon in the system tray. It's a red icon with an outline of a white umbrella. You'll usually find it to the left of the clock.

   1. If you don't see this icon, click the upward-pointing arrow next to the system tray to see hidden icons.
2. 
   Click Manage Antivirus.
3. 
   Click Real Time Protection.
4. 
   Slide the 'Real Time Protection' switch to Off

   

   . The knob will slide to the left and turn red.

   1. You may have to click Yes to allow Avira to make changes to your computer if prompted.
5. 
   Click Status. It's the icon of a shield with a check mark on the right side of the window.
6. 
   Click Firewall. It's the icon with a shield in a brick wall.
7. 
   Slide the 'Firewall' switch to Off

   

   . The knob will slide to the left and turn red. This disables Avira on Windows.

   1. You may have to click Yes to allow Avira to make changes to your computer if prompted.