To make sure you’re protected by the latest security updates, Google Chrome can automatically update when a new version of the browser is available on your device. With these updates, you might sometimes notice that your browser looks different.
On Computer
Get a Chrome update when available
Normally updates happen in the background when you close and reopen your computer’s browser. But if you haven’t closed your browser in a while, you might see a pending update:
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, look at More
.
- If an update is pending, the icon will be colored:
- Green: An update was released less than 2 days ago.
- Orange: An update was released about 4 days ago.
- Red: An update was released at least a week ago.
To update Google Chrome:
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, click More
- Click Update Google Chrome.
- Important: If you can’t find this button, you’re on the latest version.
- Click Relaunch.
The browser saves your opened tabs and windows and reopens them automatically when it restarts. Your Incognito windows won’t reopen when Chrome restarts. If you’d prefer not to restart right away, click Not now. The next time you restart your browser, the update will be applied.
Other info about updating Chrome
Learn more about when to update Chrome, as well as extra tips for your operating system.
Check for an update & the current browser version
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- At the top right, click More
.
- Click Help
About Google Chrome.
The current version number is the series of numbers beneath the “Google Chrome” heading. Chrome will check for updates when you’re on this page.
To apply any available updates, click Relaunch.Keeping Chrome updated (1:05)
Learn about what happens when Chrome updates to a new version.
More information for Mac, Linux, & Windows 8 users
- Mac users: 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.
- Linux users: To update Google Chrome, use your package manager.
- Windows 8: Close all Chrome windows and tabs on the desktop, then relaunch Chrome to apply the update.
Get design changes & new features early
Want a preview of what’s coming soon? Download the beta version of Chrome, then join our community and let us know how well it works for you.
Get design changes & new features early
Want a preview of what’s coming soon? Download the beta version of Chrome, then join our community and let us know how well it works for you.
