How to check your version of Google Chrome

How to check your version of Google Chrome

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Google Chrome updates happen so frequently that many users unquestionably hit the update button without really considering the consequences. With every update comes a slew of convenient upgrades and tweaks to the user experience. That said, it isn’t always clear what each version upgrade brings to the table. In this case, you will want to know how to check what version of Chrome you have, and then look up that specific build number to see what changed.

Read more: Here’s how to find what Android version and build number you have

QUICK ANSWER 

To check your Chrome version on Android or iOS, open the app. Press the ⋮ button in the top right (Android) or the ᐧᐧᐧ button in the bottom right (iOS). Go to Settings–>About Chrome. You will find your version number on the About Chrome page.

To check your Chrome version on your desktop, open the browser and click the button in the top right. Go to Help–>About Google Chrome. You will find your version number on the About Google Chrome page.


JUMP TO KEY SECTIONS 

How to check your version of Google Chrome in Settings

Android & iOS

Open the Google Chrome mobile application and select the Settings tab. On Android, tap the ⋮ button in the top right. On iOS, tap the ᐧᐧᐧ button in the bottom right.

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On the Settings page, scroll down to the bottom. Press the tab titled About Chrome.

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On the About Chrome page, you will find your Application version number. In this case, it reads Chrome 97.0.4692.98.

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PC & Mac

On your desktop, click the button in the top right corner of Google Chrome. Move your cursor to Help–>About Google Chrome.

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On the About Chrome page, you will find your Google Chrome version and build number sitting neatly above Get help with Chrome.

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How to check your version of Google Chrome with ‘chrome://version’

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You can use another way to find your Google Chrome version if you need more information. To do this, all you have to do is type chrome://version in the address bar at the top. This will take you to a page that shows you your Google Chrome version number, along with the revision, OS, JavaScript, and more.


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FAQs

What is the latest version of Chrome?

As of February 2nd, 2022, the latest version of Google Chrome is 98.0.4758.81.

How do I know if my version of Chrome is up to date?

Google regularly checks for updates. You will find a pending update icon in the top right, next to the ⋮ button when an update is ready.

Is there a 32-bit version of Chrome?

Yes. Google will automatically install the Chrome version that is best for your computer when you download it from the official website.

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