Avast Free Updates - activation secrets

I posted the following query on “Feedback” but got no response:
I believe that there is a new version of my Avast Free awaiting an upgrade and possibly program changes and/or definitions also (if the latter are not all automatic). But unlike with previous versions the designers seem to have gone to considerable lengths to conceal just how to do this. I have tried clicking on all obvious buttons without success - with the exception of what comes up after you pass through the “Authorization” screen. The latter will not accept my password even though I reset it.
I can’t see just what version of Avast Free is installed at present. This has been concealed also.
I am using Windows 7 on my desktop.
I hope someone can tell me how to get through the barriers.

I can't see just what version of Avast Free is installed at present. This has been concealed also
Right click avast tray icon > about

New versions info is found in the sticky post at top in this forum section

Tks. Somehow by right clicking on the icon I was able to get the updates to work - but only by ignoring and bypassing the Authorization pop-up screen.