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Millions of Avast antivirus software customers are getting a refund. Here's why.

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Nearly 3.7 million consumers who bought antivirus software from Avast between August 2014 and January 2020 can expect emails to arrive in their inboxes this week or next notifying them of their eligibility to apply for compensation.

According to regulators, Avast for years collected information on customers including religious beliefs - health concerns - political leanings - locations - financial status.

Payments are expected to be mailed in 2026 .