AVG Technologies

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AVG Technologies is a cybersecurity company best known for its antivirus and internet security software for consumers and small businesses.

Prague, Czech Republic
Owned by Gen Digital Inc.

About AVG Technologies

AVG Technologies is a cybersecurity brand that provides antivirus, internet security, VPN, and performance optimization software for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices. Their products are typically sold as digital downloads with annual or multi-year licenses, and they offer both free and premium (paid) versions. AVG is now part of Gen Digital, the company behind brands such as Avast and Norton.

A charge with a descriptor like "AVG*AGP212929349" usually relates to a paid AVG subscription or license renewal, such as AVG Internet Security, AVG Ultimate, AVG Secure VPN, or another AVG-branded product. These charges are often recurring annual fees set up at the time of initial purchase, and they may be processed through an online payment gateway or reseller, which can result in slightly cryptic billing references including internal order IDs or phone numbers. The charge could be for a new purchase, an automatic renewal, an upgrade, or adding coverage for additional devices.

If you’re unsure about the charge, start by signing into your AVG account using the email address you used at purchase and checking the “My Subscriptions” or “My Products” sections for active plans and billing history. You can also search your email for AVG order confirmations or invoices that match the date and amount on your statement. For disputes or refunds, contact AVG or Gen Digital support via their official support pages, quoting the full descriptor, charge amount, and date. Avoid third-party “support” sites and only use links from avg.com to ensure you’re dealing with the legitimate company.

Bank Statement Variations

3 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to AVG Technologies.

  1. AVG*AGAP1706382881 - SGP ## SGP MERCHANT
  2. AVG*AGAP1708512181
  3. AVG*AGP212929349 5734000807 0723100807

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see an AVG*AGP charge on my card or bank statement?

An AVG*AGP descriptor typically indicates a payment for an AVG Technologies product, such as AVG Internet Security, AVG Ultimate, or AVG Secure VPN. It is often tied to an online purchase or an automatic subscription renewal using the card linked to your AVG account or the email you used during checkout.

How can I see which AVG subscription this charge corresponds to?

Log into your AVG account at avg.com using the email address you used to buy or activate your product, then go to the My Subscriptions or My Products section. There you can see active subscriptions, renewal dates, and in many cases the order number that corresponds to the charge on your statement.

How do I cancel an AVG subscription to stop future charges?

Sign in at avg.com, open My Subscriptions, locate the product you want to cancel, and turn off automatic renewal or select the Cancel option if available. You should receive an email confirming that auto-renewal has been disabled; your product will remain active until the end of the current paid period but will not renew again.

Can I get a refund for an AVG charge I didn’t expect?

AVG (through Gen Digital) typically offers a limited refund window on new purchases and renewals. Visit support.avg.com, search for “refund request,” and use the official refund form, providing your order number, email address, and the last four digits of the charged card. If you don’t have the order number, include the exact date, amount, and full billing descriptor from your statement so support can locate the transaction.

Is it normal to be charged by AVG even though I’m using a free product?

The free AVG Antivirus product should not generate charges by itself. However, if you started a trial of a paid product (for example, AVG Internet Security or AVG Ultimate) and entered payment details, it may convert to a paid subscription at the end of the trial. Check your AVG account and any emails about trial upgrades or renewals to see if a paid plan was activated.

Why do I see multiple AVG charges close together?

Multiple AVG charges around the same time can occur if you purchased or renewed more than one product (for example, security plus a VPN), added devices, or changed plans. In some cases, a pending authorization may appear alongside the final charge. Review your AVG account subscriptions and email invoices to confirm each billed item.

What should I do if I don’t recognize the email account linked to this AVG charge?

If you cannot find the subscription under any of your usual email addresses, contact AVG support via support.avg.com and choose the billing or order help option. Provide the transaction date, amount, currency, and the exact descriptor (e.g., “AVG*AGP212929349 …”) so they can search for the order and confirm which email and account it belongs to.

How can I contact AVG about a disputed or fraudulent charge?

Go to support.avg.com and select the option related to orders and billing. From there you can access a contact form or live chat (depending on your region) with AVG/Gen Digital billing support. Do not share your full card number; instead, provide the last four digits, charge date, amount, and the full statement descriptor when requesting investigation or a charge reversal.

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