Avast "Wilders" Eclusive(?) Discount Code

Discussion in 'other anti-virus software' started by trjam, Nov 3, 2010.

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  1. xxJackxx

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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code

    I may have to jump on this. I'll throw it on the pile with the other 4 suites I have. :D
     
  2. delah

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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code

    I've just gone back to Avast Pro for my resident av, webscanner, mail shield etc after losing faith in my longtime choice Kaspersky (still use KIS2010 HIPS features though)
    My Family pack licence for avast is due to run out 03/2011

    Time to stock up with 55% off - hopefully they migrate avast 4.8 WHS to avast 5x (I won't hold my breath though)
     
  3. Page42

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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code

    I have been running avast!5.0 free for the last 7 months.
    I have the auto-update interval set at 30 minutes, which I know is much too frequent, but what the heck.
    Point is, I have never received (nor seen) more than 3 updates in one day...
    and you say you get them "at least 4 times a day"
    How dat happen? :doubt:
     
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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code

    Thanks, TonyW. ;)
     
  5. acr1965

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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code

    If the suite is cheaper than just the av you can always purchase the suite and choose not to install the firewall and/or spam filter. I'm doing that now and Avast suite without certain components installed does not have any real eye sores, just the words Internet Security across the top. But no gaping holes in the GUI where the firewall button should be, etc. Check out the picture of Avast security Suite I have. No firewall installed nor any P2P or IM shield.
     

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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code

    ah thanks for sharing that:thumb:
     
  7. vlk

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    The coupon works (or will work, to be more specific) for both avast IS and avast Pro AV.

    BTW the maximum update frequency in the Free AV is two hours (i.e. no matter how you set it it won't be more frequent than 2 hours) while the default frequency is 4 hours.

    In the premium versions, the default is 1 hour and can be changed to 30 minutes.

    Thanks
    Vlk
     
  8. PC_Pete

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    Hi Vlk
    Thanks for the great offer. :thumb: A couple of questions.

    1. How long is this offer to remain valid?

    2. Does the license period start from the time of purchase or could I keep it and wait 3 months until my subscription to another product expires?

    cheers,
    Pete :cool:
     
  9. zfactor

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    vlk can one purchase another year and add it to their already existing subcription??
     
  10. trjam

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    thanks vlk, the one thing about the suite is, I like their firewall. Set it to the mid level, or work setting, and it is very good.

    PC Mag reviewed the suite, scroll down and read about the firewall.

    As soon as I hear something, code will be posted.
     
  11. RejZoR

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    Strange, why is "EVANG" mentioned in it. Sounds like a discount exclusive to Evangelists on avast! forums, not Wilders discount... Would be nice to hear from Vlk or Vince about it...
     
  12. hawki

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    They have Faith in their product and as an act of Grace they are freely giving the discount to us so that after experiencing how Secure and Protected we feel after our PCs are imbued with and become full with Avast we shall not fear and we will boldly go forth to spread the Good Word of Avast throughout the world.

    :)

    [More likely it may have something to do with the fact that on the Avast customer forums "Avast Evangelist" is the highest rank given on the basis of the number of postings a member has contributed....like here its regular poster, frequent, very frequent, etc.]
     
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  13. mllopes

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    Hi
    I have installed avast security suite to try it out, however after installed, my browsers can not connect to internet, if i disable the webshield everything works.
    Previous i had panda cloud and online armor, but now only avast SS.
     
  14. mllopes

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    I have found the problem i uninstalled norton safety minder(Parental control), and the problem was fixed, going to try and install it again to see if the problem occurs again
     
  15. NoIos

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    From what I know Avast license starts the countdown immediately after the purchase. So the answer is no to your number 2 question.

    I'm waiting too for a reply to your question number 1.
     
  16. PC_Pete

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    Thanks. I cannot see it being different just becasuse a discount code is added so we both wait for an answer to Q 1.
     
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    The coupon code is simple to explain ( I guess ) :
    50EVANG2010 = 50% discount for Avast Evangelists(hawki is right) valid for(or just...year) 2010
     
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    You're welcome. I also think there will be no different policy on this since a different treatment requires changes to their license system. So you are right, the license from this discount will start the countdown immediately.

    So yes, we wait for the answer to q.1
     
  19. trjam

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    my god, I can not believe this thread overnight. I am sorry I even posted it. You dissected the coupon code to try and do what? It is sent to me to post here for you to use. That is all. Was Avast suppose to create a special one.

    Licences start when they are bought. I honestly can not believe this thread has gone like this. Yes I can, look at the Prevx one. When I get it, I will post it and let you know. Other then that, I am finished with this thread.:cautious:
     
  20. NoIos

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    I don't see what is the problem in trying to guess a coupon's code meaning. A member here asked...me and hawki tried to explain. It's so obvious in any case. Knowing the meaning of the code or not....is useless. What matters is the discount.

    Personally appreciate your initial post and effort but please avoid this type of phrases: "You dissected the coupon code to try and do what?"
    It has no point and I find it offensive.

    I see nothing wrong with this thread and I do not see why this could be a problem for you...Avast...or your relationship with Avast.
    But again I did not expect such treatment ( actually your last post ) from you.
     
  21. delah

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    Re: Avast "Wilders" Eclusive Discount Code


    Stock up wasn't the correct phrase to use as the licence with this offer starts from day of purchase as another poster mentioned - I still bought AIS 3PC for 2 years though, it is good bargain for me as I expand my network evermore!

    Thanks to trjam for posting and avast for a good solid, configurable, lightweight software.
     
  22. PC_Pete

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    Sorry trjam, I don't understand your last post.

    Not all licences start counting down from the time of purchase. If Avast licences do so then that is fine. If wanting to start using Avast in February after my current subscription expires is a crime, then I am guilty.
     
  23. vlk

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    Hi guys,

    1. Regarding the activation time, yes, the license is activated as soon as you purchase it (sorry for that).

    2. Regarding the question on how long will the offer remain valid, I frankly don't know but it wasn't supposed to be time limited. But it's likely it would be discontinued (or replaced by another coupon) once we detect it has been misused (or even "resold", as we have already seen in the past - can you imagine people just reselling discount coupons? o_O ).

    3. Regarding the coupon name (and the word "EVANG" in it), yes, it's supposed to mean "evangelist", but not necessarily in the meaning of the avast forum (the evangelists on the support forum, who actually have a track record of actively helping other people, or of course treated even better). To us, y'all here on Wilders who like our product can be considered "evangelists" as you're really spreading the word...

    Thanks
    Vlk
     
  24. twl845

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    Just to note, I accessed my Avast free user interface and clicked upgrade. It offers the suite at 50% off any way. :)
     
  25. RejZoR

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    Thx for clearing that up Vlk, grab it ppl!!!!!!!
     
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