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If you use Avast's antivirus software, you might be owed money
Millions of users are eligible to claim a refund for user data breaches.
The data was supposed to be “anonymized,” but investigative reports from PCMag and Motherboard revealed how easy it was to re-identify users based on their web activity. Starting from February 24, 2025, Avast customers will receive an email with a Claim Number, allowing them to apply for a refund online. Not to sound insensitive, but this might be a clue to stay skeptical of "free” or “privacy-focused” software because sometimes, the price you pay is your data.
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