New beta version – build 26.3.10837

Hello everyone,

there is a new beta version ready - build 26.3.10837.

Release notes

:sparkles: What is New

System Compatibility

Improved Windows 11 Support
Enhanced compatibility with newer Windows 11 builds to ensure the protection drivers work reliably on the latest system updates.

Core Protection Components

Improved Initialization of Network Protection Components
The product now initializes certain internal protection components earlier in the startup process. This helps improve stability and ensures security features start reliably when the system launches.


:hammer_and_wrench: What Was Fixed

Installation & System Stability

Blue Screen During Installation
Fixed an issue that could cause a system crash during antivirus installation on some systems.

Conflict with Other Security Software
Resolved a problem where installing another security product on a device that already had this antivirus installed could lead to a system crash.


Application Stability

Background Service Startup Errors
Fixed an issue where a background application could fail to start correctly, generating errors in system logs.

Service Crash in Security Engine
Resolved a rare crash in one of the core security services to improve overall stability.


Account & Setup

Licensing During Onboarding
Fixed an issue where licensing information was not correctly passed during the onboarding process, which could cause setup or activation problems.

Download links:
Avast Free
Avast Premium
Avast Clear

Enjoy this beta!
We are looking forward to your feedback.

AVAST Team

Thanks for the new beta and changelogs :slight_smile:

26.2 release posts would be welcome :wink:

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Still no forum announcement of 26.2 public release, plus associated download links and change log.