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Avast has expanded its security offerings with the launch of Deepfake Guard for Windows PCs and the global rollout of its Scam Guardian tools for mobile devices, addressing the growing threat of digitally altered media and online fraud.
Deepfake Guard for Windows
Deepfake Guard, integrated into Avast Premium security, utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze audio within video content, identifying potential deepfake scams. The feature currently supports English-language analysis across popular platforms including Facebook, dailymotion, Instagram, TikTok, Twitch, Vimeo, X, and YouTube. Avast emphasizes that Deepfake guard operates on-device, enhancing both speed and user privacy.
Performance varies based on system specifications.On newer ”AI PCs” powered by Intel and Qualcomm chipsets, the feature functions optimally. Traditional PCs can utilize manual detection or, in some cases, automated detection. For Windows 11 PCs with 8GB of RAM and four CPU cores, Deepfake Guard is available as an optional download. Higher-end traditional PCs running Windows 11 require at least 16GB of RAM and six or more CPU cores.
Mobile Scam Protection Goes Global
Avast’s Scam Guardian and Scam Guardian Pro are now available internationally on mobile devices. These tools provide protection against scam calls, text messages, and emails, complementing the Deepfake Guard functionality for PCs. While Avast has not detailed specific feature differences between the two mobile versions, they collectively aim to safeguard users from a wide range of scams. Avast Mobile Security provides more information on these tools.
The Rise of Video Scams and deepfakes
According to Gen Threat Labs, the threat intelligence unit of Avast’s parent company, Gen, deepfake-driven fraud attempts are on the rise. In the fourth quarter of 2025,the unit recorded 159,378 unique deepfake scams on devices with active video scam detection. This data highlights the increasing frequency with which scammers employ manipulated media in their schemes.
Avast has observed a significant surge in “fake tutorial” scams, particularly in New Zealand, with a 152% increase in the fourth quarter of 2025. These scams typically involve YouTube videos and similar step-by-step guides that promise free downloads or software,