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Google Chrome

The world's most used web browser, tied closely into Google accounts, services and Gemini.

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About Google Chrome

Chrome is Google's browser and the default choice for a large share of people on desktop and Android. It is built on the open-source Chromium project and the Blink engine, which also power Edge, Brave, Opera, Vivaldi and many others, so websites are almost always tested in it first. Signing in with a Google account syncs bookmarks, passwords, history and tabs across devices, and Google Password Manager, Safe Browsing and automatic updates are built in. Recent versions add Gemini features for summarising pages, comparing tabs and acting on what you are viewing, plus split view and tab groups. The Chrome Web Store has the largest extension catalogue of any browser. The trade-offs are privacy and resource use: Chrome is part of Google's advertising business, collects usage data by default, and limits some ad-blocking extensions under its newer extension rules. It is free and runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, Android and iOS. It suits people who live in Google's services and want maximum site compatibility.

Best for: People who use Google services heavily and want the best site compatibility.

Pros and cons

What works

  • Best compatibility, since sites are built and tested for it first
  • Largest extension catalogue
  • Seamless sync across devices with a Google account

Why people leave

  • Collects more usage data than privacy-focused browsers
  • Newer extension rules limit some ad blockers
  • Can use a lot of memory with many tabs

Top Google Chrome alternatives

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  1. 1Firefox logo
    Firefox

    Independent engine and stronger privacy defaults, with full ad-blocker support.

    66.5
  2. 2Brave logo
    Brave

    Same Chromium base and extensions, with ads and trackers blocked by default.

    62.6
  3. 3Microsoft Edge logo
    Microsoft Edge

    Chromium-based too, with memory-saving features and built-in Copilot.

    59.6
  4. 4Vivaldi logo
    Vivaldi

    Chromium extensions plus far more customisation and built-in mail and calendar.

    57.2
  5. 5ungoogled-chromium logo
    ungoogled-chromium

    Chrome's open-source base with Google services and data sharing removed.

    55.3

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Google Chrome: common questions

Is Google Chrome free?

Yes, Google Chrome is free to use.

Is Google Chrome open source?

No, Google Chrome is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Firefox, Brave and ungoogled-chromium.

What platforms does Google Chrome run on?

Google Chrome is available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android.

What are the best alternatives to Google Chrome?

The highest-ranked Google Chrome alternatives right now are Firefox, Brave and Microsoft Edge. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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