Cleanup

Access this feature at: Menu ▸ Scan ▸ Scan for performance issues ▸ Settings ▸ General

Cleanup is the new system optimization tool that replaces the old GrimeFighter product. The program finds and removes unnecessary files to optimize disk storage and speed up your system. The program also excludes unused Windows files from using memory to increase system performance. The program requires an internet connection to run.

Note: A paid activation code is required to use this product.

Entering your activation code

Cleanup requires a paid activation code in order to perform a system optimization. When you purchase from within the Avast program the product should be activated automatically. However, you can also enter the code manually. Find the code in the email sent after your purchase and do the following:

  1. In the Avast user interface go to Settings ▸ Registration.
  2. In the Avast Cleanup section of the Your Subscription screen click Insert activation code.
  3. Enter, or Copy and Paste, the activation code and click Next.
  4. When the activation code is accepted Cleanup, is ready to use.

Running an Cleanup scan

When the program scans for performance issues, a report shows the files and programs that Cleanup can remove to optimize your system. Follow these steps:

  1. Open the Avast user interface and click Scan ▸ Scan for performance issues.
  2. Click Optimize my PC to start an automated cleaning, or click Details to review the files and programs identified for removal.
  3. When Cleanup finishes the changes made to your system display.

Managing Cleanup Settings

Open the Cleanup screen in the Avast user interface and click:
Settings

  • Cleanup activity - Enable Cleanup to detect issues which may slow down your system and cause other unwanted side-effects.
  • Performance warning - Specify how many issues to detect before the program sends a popup notification.
  • Messaging frequency - Specify how often you would like to be notified.

How Cleanup improves computer performance

When the program scans for performance issues, a report shows files and programs that Cleanup can remove or disable to optimize your system. These include the following:

  • Unnecessary Applications - disabled to allow the computer to start up faster.
  • System settings - system files and options tuned to increase operating speed.
  • Temporary and Junk files - deleted to free up disk space.