Response to press speculation

29 January 2020

AVAST PLC

Response to press speculation

Avast notes the recent press speculation concerning the business conducted by Jumpshot Inc. ("Jumpshot"), in which it holds a 65% interest.

The security and privacy of our users and partners remains our top priority. Avast is fully committed to giving customers control over their privacy and data choices. We have set out further information on our approach on https://blog.avast.com/our-commitment-to-responsible-data-use.

In light of recent events, we are considering how a trends analytics service such as Jumpshot aligns with our values as a cybersecurity and privacy company. As a result, Avast is reviewing all options in relation to the Jumpshot business. In the financial year ended 31 December 2019 Jumpshot is expected to contribute $36m of Adjusted Revenue.

A further announcement will be made in due course as appropriate.

This announcement contains inside information for the purposes of Article 7 of the Market Abuse Regulation (EU) 596/2014.

The person responsible for this announcement is Alan Rassaby, Company Secretary.

Enquiries:

Peter Russell, Director of Investor Relations

[email protected]

Stephanie Kane, VP PR and Corporate Communications

[email protected]

Lulu Bridges / Heather Armstrong / Tim PearsonTavistock

Tel: 020 7920 3150

About Avast

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