How to Download, Install, and Activate AVG Internet Security on Mac?

04/01/2026
Léna Martinez

Introduction :

Protect your Mac with ease! This guide shows you how to download, install, and activate AVG Internet Security quickly and efficiently.

In just a few simple steps, you will be able to secure your computer against viruses, malware, ransomware, and other online threats. You will benefit from complete protection for your files, personal data, and internet browsing.

AVG Internet Security also offers advanced features such as email protection, an intelligent firewall, and malicious website blocking, allowing you to browse with total peace of mind.

Follow this detailed guide and start enjoying a safe, smooth, and interruption-free computing experience today.

  1. System Requirements
  2. Steps to Follow
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  1. System Requirements

    AVG Internet Security download file for Mac.

    Apple macOS 15.x (Sequoia), Apple macOS 14.x (Sonoma), Apple macOS 13.x (Ventura),

    Apple macOS 12.x (Monterey), Apple macOS 11.x (Big Sur), Apple macOS 10.15.x (Catalina), Apple macOS 10.14.x (Mojave), Apple macOS 10.13.x (High Sierra)

  2. Steps to Follow

    • Download AVG Internet Security for Mac

      1. Once you have received the email containing your AVG Internet Security license key and the download link, click on this download link to start downloading the installation file.

        AVG Internet Security

      2. Once the download is complete, open the file avg_mac_security_online.dmg. By default, downloaded files are saved in the Downloads folder on your Mac.

        AVG Internet Security

    • Install AVG Internet Security on Mac

      1. Once the download is complete, right-click on the file avg_mac_security_online.dmg.

        AVG Internet Security

      2. Click “Allow” to confirm and continue the installation.


        AVG Internet Security

      3. Review the AVG Privacy Policy, then click “Continue” to proceed with the installation.

        AVG Internet Security

      4. Click “Continue” to confirm that you have read the End User License Agreement, then click “Agree” to accept the terms.

        AVG Internet Security

      5. Click “Install” to proceed with the default installation, or click “Change Install Location…” if you wish to customize the installation path.

        AVG Internet Security

      6. When prompted, allow the installation using your Touch ID, or click “Use Password,” enter your Mac password, and click “Install Software.”

        AVG Internet Security

      7. When prompted, allow AVG Internet Security to make changes to system certificate settings using your Touch ID, or enter your Mac password and click “Update Settings.”

        AVG Internet Security

      8. If the “System Extension Blocked” notification appears, click OK.

        AVG Internet Security

      9. Click “Close” and then “Move to Bin” to remove the installation file.

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      AVG Internet Security is now installed on your Mac.

      To ensure that all components function properly, you may need to restart your Mac.

      To complete the installation, follow the on-screen instructions to grant the necessary permissions to the application.

    • Activate AVG Internet Security on Mac

        To activate AVG Internet Security using an activation code:

      1. Locate your activation code in the order confirmation email. Open AVG Internet Security, then click ☰ Menu ▸ My Subscriptions to access your license management.

        AVG Internet Security

      2. Click “Activate paid features” to begin activating your license.

        AVG Internet Security

      3. Enter or paste your activation code (including all dashes) into the designated field, then click “Activate” to validate your license.

        AVG Internet Security

      4. If your activation code includes multiple products, click “Install” next to each product you wish to install.

        The selected products will then be installed and activated automatically.

        AVG Internet Security

        5. Your AVG Internet Security for Mac subscription is now active.

        The expiration date of your subscription is visible in ☰ Menu ▸ My Subscription or directly in your AVG account.

        You can activate your subscription on the number of devices selected at the time of purchase.

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