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Free Download for Windows 11, 10Latest version 156.0.8078.80 · 155.01 MB

Installers: 64-bit (x64), 32-bit (x86), ARM (Arm64), Portable, Offline

Supported OS: Windows 11, Windows 10

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Version
156.0.8078.80 (latest)
File size
155.01 MB
License
Free
Security scan
VirusTotal: 58 of 58 engines say OK (0 flagged)
SHA-256 checksum
ecf1b28bf4e8e8b3434a844eb915118935e6525768efe3dbe622c2a20cba9ec9
Developer
Google LLC
Supported OS
Windows 11, Windows 10
Installers
64-bit (x64), 32-bit (x86), ARM (Arm64), Portable, Offline
Downloads
14066
Rating
4.7 out of 5 · 126 reviews
File name(s)
googlechromestandaloneenterprise64.msi, googlechromestandaloneenterprise.msi, googlechromestandaloneenterprise_arm64.msi

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Tested on Windows 11 and 10 · · How we review

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Google Chrome for Windows PC Chrome 64 bit Extending Functionality with Extensions Installing Chrome on PC and Laptop

Google Chrome is the free browser most Windows users already know: fast page loads, a huge extension store and sync that follows your Google account to every device.

It suits anyone who lives in Gmail, Google Docs or YouTube, and anyone who wants the widest website compatibility. It is worth downloading if you want a browser that rarely breaks a site. It is a poor fit if your RAM is tight or you want tracking blocked by default.

Google Chrome for Windows PC

What is Google Chrome?

Chrome is Google’s free web browser, first released in 2008 and now the most used browser on desktop. It runs on Google’s V8 JavaScript engine and the Chromium codebase, which is why so many other browsers (Edge, Brave, Opera) behave the same way under the hood.

If you search for a Chrome download for Windows 11 or Windows 10, you get the full browser with no paid tier.

Speed and compatibility

Pages load quickly, and web apps such as Google Docs, Figma and online banking portals are tested against Chrome first. When a site misbehaves in another browser, Chrome is usually the one it was built for.

Tip: if a site looks broken elsewhere, open it in Chrome before you spend time debugging.

Extensions and customization

The Chrome Web Store covers password managers, grammar checkers, ad blockers, screenshot tools and developer utilities. Installing one takes a click on Add to Chrome.

Extending Functionality with Extensions

Tip: open the Extensions page (the puzzle piece icon) and pin only the three or four you use daily. Fewer active extensions also means fewer slowdowns and crashes.

Sync across devices

Sign in with a Google account and your bookmarks, saved passwords, history and open tabs follow you to your phone, laptop and work PC.

Chrome profiles let you keep work and personal browsing apart, each with its own extensions and logins.

Where Chrome annoys

Memory use is the common complaint. Chrome runs tabs, extensions and site processes separately, which helps stability and costs RAM.

Tip: turn on Memory Saver under Settings, then Performance, to put idle tabs to sleep, and press Shift+Esc to open Chrome’s Task Manager and close whichever tab is using the most.

Privacy is the other sore point. Chrome is built by an advertising company, and signing in links your browsing to your Google account.

Check Privacy and security in Settings to limit what is stored, and look at the third-party cookie and ad privacy options there.

AI features and the Manifest V2 change

Recent builds add Gemini and other AI features to the toolbar and address bar. They can be hidden or switched off in Settings, though the exact menu names change between releases.

Chrome has also dropped the older Manifest V2 extension format. Some classic extensions, including the original uBlock Origin, no longer work, and newer “Lite” versions replace them with somewhat less flexible filtering.

Is Google Chrome safe to install?

Yes, the file on this page is clean: 61 of 61 antivirus engines on VirusTotal reported it as OK, with 0 detections. The listing is the official installer from Google LLC, and the checksum shown on this page lets you confirm your copy was not altered.

Chrome ships security fixes through frequent automatic updates and isolates each site in a sandbox.

Who should skip Chrome

Skip it if your PC has 4 GB of RAM or less and you keep many tabs open, if you want trackers blocked out of the box (Brave or Firefox suit you better), or if you rely on a classic Manifest V2 extension. Anyone still on Windows 7 or 8 cannot install current Chrome at all.

How to Download & Install

Click the download button at the top of this page to get the Chrome installer for Windows (an .exe file, about 155 MB). Chrome installs in about a minute and needs no license key.

Installing Chrome on Windows 11 and Windows 10

Step 1: Click the download button at the top of this page and save the installer.

Step 2: Double-click the downloaded file to start setup.

Step 3: If Windows User Account Control asks whether to allow changes, click Yes.

Step 4: Wait while setup finishes. Chrome opens by itself when it is done.

Installing Chrome on PC and Laptop

Step 5: Sign in with your Google account if you want bookmarks, passwords and history synced, or skip this and browse without an account.

Which installer should you pick: 64-bit, 32-bit or ARM64?

Most PCs made in the last decade need the main 64-bit (x64) installer. The 32-bit (x86) build is only for old systems that cannot run 64-bit software.

The ARM64 build is for Windows on Arm laptops. To check which one you have, open Settings, then System, then About, and read the System type line.

Chrome 64 bit

Offline installer

The offline (standalone) installer contains the full browser, so it needs no internet connection while setup runs. Use it if the normal installer fails, if your connection drops often, or if you are setting up another PC.

Copy it to a USB drive, run it on the target machine and follow the same steps as above.

Chrome Offline installer download

Portable version

This page also lists a portable build that runs from a USB drive without a normal installation.

Portable builds are repackaged by third parties rather than released by Google, so check the file against the checksum shown on this page before you run it.

System requirements

How to update Chrome

Chrome updates itself in the background. To force a check, click the three-dot menu, then Help, then About Google Chrome. When the update finishes, click Relaunch.

Uninstalling Chrome

Open Settings, then Apps, then Installed apps. Find Google Chrome, open its menu and choose Uninstall. Tick the box to delete browsing data only if you have synced or exported your bookmarks first.

Uninstalling Chrome

Fixes for common install problems

Pros & Cons

What we liked

  • Fast page loading
  • Huge extension library
  • Syncs easily across devices
  • Best website compatibility
  • Frequent automatic security updates

What we didn't like

  • High memory usage
  • Ties browsing to Google account
  • Dropped older Manifest V2 extensions

Best Google Chrome Alternatives

Conclusion

4.7out of 5 · 126 user ratings

Chrome is the safe default, but three free alternatives each win in one area.

App Best For Price Platform Standout Feature
Google Chrome Compatibility and Google accounts Free Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Largest extension store and account sync
Microsoft Edge Windows laptops and battery life Free Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Built into Windows, with sleeping tabs and vertical tabs
Mozilla Firefox Privacy and customization Free Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Still supports classic uBlock Origin
Brave Blocking ads and trackers by default Free Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Built-in ad and tracker blocking (Shields)

Final verdict

Download Chrome if you want the browser that websites are built for and you already use Google services. It installs in a minute, updates itself and costs nothing.

If memory use or tracking bothers you, try Edge, Firefox or Brave first. You can run any of them next to Chrome and keep whichever one feels better.

FAQ

How do I turn off Gemini and other AI features in Google Chrome?

Right-click the Gemini button in the toolbar and choose Unpin to hide it. Then open Chrome Settings and look for Gemini in Chrome or AI innovations, since the name varies by build. Turn off the Gemini toggle, the keyboard shortcut and page content sharing. Features such as AI Mode in the address bar may need a separate setting or a Chrome flag.

Does uBlock Origin still work in Chrome, and what ad blocker should I use now?

The classic uBlock Origin no longer works in Chrome because it relied on the Manifest V2 extension format, which Google has removed. Use uBlock Origin Lite or another blocker built for the newer format, and expect slightly less flexible filtering. For the full classic version, use Firefox, or try Brave, which has a built-in blocker. Check the Chrome Web Store for current options.

How do I check that my Chrome download is genuine?

Compare the SHA-256 checksum shown on this page with your file by running Get-FileHash followed by the file path in PowerShell. If the values differ, delete the file and download it again. Fake installers using the Chrome name are common, and once Chrome is installed it updates itself, so you never need to download new copies from random sites.

How do I update Chrome on Windows and check which version I have?

Click the three-dot menu, go to Help, then About Google Chrome. The page shows your version number and starts checking for updates automatically. When it finishes, click Relaunch to apply the update. Your open tabs usually reopen after the restart.

How do I make Chrome my default browser on Windows 11?

Open Chrome Settings, then Default browser, and click Make default. If Windows does not apply it, open Windows Settings, then Apps, then Default apps, choose Chrome and set it for HTTP, HTTPS and HTML. Windows 11 stores these choices per link and file type.

Why does Chrome keep crashing or not open on Windows, and how do I fix it?

Restart your PC, then open Chrome in an Incognito window to test without most extensions. If it works, remove extensions one by one from the Extensions page. Next, update Chrome and your graphics driver, or turn off hardware acceleration in the System settings. As a last step, use Reset settings, and reinstall only if the problem remains. Signed-in data syncs back afterward.

Can I install Chrome without an internet connection?

Yes, use the offline installer, which contains the full browser and needs no connection during setup. Download it on a working PC, copy it to a USB drive, and run it on the target machine. Chrome will then need a connection only to sync and update.

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