Avast Entry Point Not Found Error [SOLVED]

Some Avast users get error messages on their computer screen when they try to upgrade the antivirus version.

If you receive ‘Avast entry point not found’ message, it is definitely going to disappoint you. Alternatively if your Avast update is stuck you can check this post.

You can notice ‘avastui.exe entry point not found’ window just like this:

Here you need to click on ‘OK’ and then follow the methods discussed below.

Method 1: Do A Quick Repair

Experts always suggest using the repair feature of the antivirus. It is the best way to eliminate and fix any kind of errors.

Step To Resolve Avast The Procedure Entry Point Not Found Issue

Type ‘control panel’ in the search box
Select Control Panel desktop app
Double click on ‘Programs and Features’

It will open the list of programs installed on the computer.

If you have multiple apps in the list, you need to scroll down and select Avast antivirus.

Right click on Avast
Choose ‘Uninstall’ option

It will open the antivirus window on the main screen with certain options.

Select ‘Repair’ and proceed

It will take a few minutes to complete the process and then reboot the PC.

There is also an alternative method to perform this operation. Let’s check it-

Alternative Method

Right click on Windows button
Select ‘Apps and Features’

It will open a new window on the main screen.

Scroll down to the specific antivirus in the list
Click on the three dots menu beside Avast and choose ‘Uninstall’

Now, you will get options to choose whether to repair or uninstall the app.

Select ‘Repair’ and wait for a few moments

Once done, it may ask you to reboot or restart the PC manually.

Note:

In maximum cases, this process helps in fixing the error message ‘Avast entry point not found in Windows 10 or 11’.

Also, you must know that it is not a common problem. Only a few groups of users face this kind of trouble.

If you are willing to keep your antivirus and system in perfect running condition, you need to maintain proper space in the disk. Also, the expert’s advice can work.

Method 2: Reinstall Avast

At times, it has been noticed that unfortunate reasons create error messages. Even after doing a repair and modifying the antivirus, it is not possible to get rid of it.

In this situation, the only way to resolve the issue is uninstalling of this desktop app.

Thereafter, you need to reboot the PC and reinstall antivirus. You can also prefer the latest version of the setup file.

No doubt, it is the quickest way to get the latest version of the antivirus.

Follow This Procedure

Once you have decided to uninstall the app, you need to follow the steps discussed above till uninstall.

It will open the Avast un-installation window on the main screen.

Now, you need to select ‘UNINSTALL’ instead of ‘Repair’. It may ask you for confirmation before proceeding. So, choose ‘Yes’ and wait for a few moments to complete the process.