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We often write about important updates for the most popular browser, Google Chrome. Since it would be out of scope to post elaborate update instructions for every possible platform and operating system (OS)—like iOS, macOS, Windows, Android, etc.—we decided to turn this topic into a separate post that is easy to find (and link to). Also, keep in mind that not every update will be available for every platform or at the same time. You can find when the latest update for your operating system was released on this Google Chrome releases website.
Keeping your Google Chrome browser up to date is essential for security, performance, and access to the latest features. Whether you’re on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, or iOS, updating Chrome is straightforward, if you know where to look.
But first a few words about the version numbers, because they can be confusing at times.
The Chrome version number consists of four parts separated by dots, like this:
MAJOR.MINOR.BUILD.PATCH
Each part has a specific meaning. In order of relevance they are:
For example, a version like 137.0.7151.56 means:
The BUILD and PATCH numbers together uniquely identify the exact code you are running. Even if two versions share the same major number, a higher build or patch number means you have a newer, more up-to-date Chrome version.
Sometimes you might see slightly different patch numbers on the same major build, for example, 118.0.5993.117 vs. 118.0.5993.118. This usually happens because Google released a quick fix or minor patch shortly after the initial release. Both are part of the same major update, but the higher patch number is newer.
To verify your Chrome version:
Chrome will display your current version and automatically check for updates. If a newer version is available, it will download and prompt you to relaunch once it’s ready updating.
Method 1: Use Chrome’s built-in update feature
To enable automatic updates for Google Chrome on Windows, ensure that the “Automatically update Chrome for all users” option is enabled in Chrome’s settings. You can find this setting by going to “About Google Chrome” within the Chrome settings. Closing and restarting Chrome may be required to apply the update.
Method 2: using Windows Update (for Chrome Enterprise)
If your organization manages Chrome updates via Windows Update or group policies, updates may be automatic. Contact your IT admin if you don’t see updates.
Method 1: For each device
You can also set up automatic browser updates for all users of your computer if Google Chrome is installed in your Applications folder. Go to “About Google Chrome,” and click Automatically update Chrome for all users.
Method 2: For Chrome Enterprise
As a Mac administrator, you can use Google Software Update to manage Chrome browser and Chrome apps updates on your users’ Mac computers.
Chrome updates on Linux depend on your distribution and how you installed it.
For Debian/Ubuntu-based systems:sudo apt updatesudo apt --only-upgrade install google-chrome-stable
For Fedora/openSUSE:sudo dnf upgrade google-chrome-stable
If you installed Chrome via a package manager, it should handle updates automatically when you update your system.
Chrome updates on Android are handled through the Google Play Store:
Alternatively, if you have auto-updates enabled, Chrome updates automatically. To enable auto-updates for Android apps, open the Google Play Store, tap your profile picture, go to “Manage apps and device,” and then tap “Manage.” Select the app you want to update automatically, tap the “More” button, and toggle on “Enable auto-update.”
Chrome updates on iOS come through the Apple App Store:
If auto-updates are enabled on your device, Chrome updates automatically.
Chrome OS updates include Chrome browser updates:
Summary table of update methods
If you still have questions about updating the Chrome browser, let us know in the comments and allow us to update this article.
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