Press & Data
Antivirus-Review.com publishes independent antivirus testing and reviews. This page collects our citable data studies, expert contacts and citation formats for journalists and researchers.
About Antivirus-Review.com
We have covered consumer security software since 2018, combining fixed-rig hands-on measurement with synthesis of independent lab data (AV-TEST, AV-Comparatives, SE Labs). Our archive includes hands-on reviews, buying guides, Windows security explainers and original data studies.
We review products independently. We may earn commissions from affiliate links, which never influence scores or rankings — the same standard is documented in how we test and our disclosure.
Our data studies
Antivirus Performance Impact Report 2026
Boot delay, idle RAM, full-scan time and scan CPU for 24 Windows antivirus products measured on one fixed rig, plus a macOS appendix. Every number is citable with attribution.
Antivirus Renewal Price Report 2026
A source-dated comparison of introductory and annual renewal prices for selected US antivirus plans, with the UK row kept separate by currency and market.
Experts available for comment
Harry Brown
Lead editor. Available for expert commentary on antivirus, scams and Windows security.
Bert Wellman
Windows security, ESU and product testing. Available for expert commentary on antivirus, scams and Windows security.
Florence McNeil
Security editor. Available for expert commentary on antivirus, scams and Windows security.
Tamara Black
Fact checking and sourcing. Available for expert commentary on antivirus, scams and Windows security.
Contact
For interviews, data questions or corrections: [email protected]. We usually respond within 1–2 business days.
How to cite us
Short form: Antivirus-Review.com, "Antivirus Performance Impact Report 2026." Please link to the report page so readers can see the methodology and limitations alongside the numbers. Data is free to reuse with attribution and a link back.
Assets
- Performance Impact Report 2026 (report page)
- Full dataset (CSV)
- Site logo (PNG)
- Renewal Price Report 2026 (report page)
- Renewal-price dataset (CSV)
Press and data questions
Can journalists reuse the datasets?
Yes. Cite Antivirus-Review.com and link to the report page so readers can review the methodology, limitations and current source date.
Where can I download the raw data?
Each report page links to its CSV. The Press & Data assets section also links directly to the performance and renewal-price downloads.
How do I request an expert comment or correction?
Email [email protected] with the topic, deadline and publication. For a correction, include the page URL and the evidence that should be reviewed.
Do affiliate relationships change the data or rankings?
No. Affiliate relationships are disclosed, and they don't alter measurements, source selection, scores or editorial rankings.