Can't recieve or send emails since AVG update

AVG Performance
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I woke up yesterday 29.08.22 to a new AVG Free Version and now my Microsoft Outlook can't recieve or send emails. I turmed off the AVG and the emails worked okay. How can I fix this?
Thanks.

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Hello Nick,

We regret the inconvenience caused.
Please follow the below instructions & check if the issue persists:

Open AVG Internet Security > Click on Menu > Settings > Basic Protection > Email Shield > Untick/disable the "Scan outbound emails (SMTP)" checkbox.

Once you've performed the above actions, please restart your computer once & check for the issue.
Keep us updated.