Google Chrome is arguably the most popular browser used to surf the internet in the present time but most of us are unaware of the fact that there are four versions of the browser.

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Yes, you read that right. Most of us work on the stable version, which is an end product of multiple tests run on other versions of the browser — Canary, Beta and Dev.

Every time an update has to be tested, it first rolls out these browser versions and later on when all the bugs are fixed and the update is stable, it’s rolled out for the Chrome browser used by millions.

Here we’ll be discussing how you can check which browser version you’re using and also how do the four versions of Google Chrome browser differ.

The device you have runs on Chrome OS, which already has Chrome browser built-in. No need to manually install or update it — with automatic updates, you’ll always get the latest version. Step 1: Launch the Chrome browser and tap on the three-dot icon at the top. Tap on Settings. Step 2: Scroll down and tap on About Chrome. The version number will be shown under the Application version.

Chrome Versions

Stable

The stable version of Google Chrome browser is what you get if you simply search ‘download google chrome’, ‘google chrome’ or a similar keyword on Google search.

This version is used by a majority of Chrome users and is a result of extensive testing in other versions of the browser, making it the safest and most stable version of Chrome.

Beta

Chrome’s Beta version is one step before the updates are released for the stable build — which caters to millions of Chrome users.

Chrome beta is mostly stable, with a few minor bugs hampering its performance at times — which are then fixed before the update is rolled out to the stable build.

Beta is the final stage of testing the update, gets the final tweaks in user interface and gets tested for bugs before it is released to the wider audience on the stable version of Chrome.

Chrome Beta browser is updated every week by Google and receives a major update approximately every six weeks.

Dev

Chrome Dev is a step ahead of Beta and is slightly more unstable. This version is mainly used by the developers to test out big changes to the browser which may or may not make it to the Stable or even Beta version.

The Dev version of Chrome is more prone to crashes, errors, extension compatibility issues and more as the update on this version is still in its early stages with lots of bug fixes arising and pending fix.

Canary

Chrome Canary is the most unstable build of all the four versions as it’s updated regularly by Google’s servers automatically with the latest Chrome development code.

This version is basically used by developers to test compatibility issues. Most of the updates you see here won’t ever make it to the stable built.

An update is in its infancy when being tested on Canary.

Canary can be run independently alongside your stable version of Chrome on the same PC and will not interfere with the functioning of the latter.

How to Check Your Google Chrome Version?

Checking your current Google Chrome browser version is simple. Access the ‘three-dot’ menu in the top right of the browser.

Hover over to ‘Help’ in the dropdown and click on ‘About Chrome’. The new window will show the version of your browser, the first two digits in the string of numbers is the update number.

In the browser shown in this image, the update number is Chrome58. While the stable version of Chrome browser uses the string of numbers, the other versions have ‘Beta’, ‘Dev’, ‘Canary’ after their respective number strings.

Another thing you’ll notice is ’64-bit’ or ’32-bit’ at the end of the version numbers. The Chrome version depends whether the machine you’re running is 32-bit or 64-bit.

64-bit version of the browser has enhanced security features.

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Why use an older version of Google Chrome?

Google only provides an online setup file for Google Chrome which installs the latest version of Google Chrome. It happens frequently that a user upgrades to a new version of Google Chrome and gets upset by an unpleasant feature, a missing option or an annoying bug. Therefore, some users want to roll back to an older version of Google Chrome to preserve a useful feature, option or support some legacy technology. However, is it really wise to use an out-dated verison of Google Chrome? The answer is NO since out-dated browsers usually come with security issues. A better solution to the problem is to use Slimjet browser, which runs on the latest Blink engine while offering more flexibity, features and options compared with Google Chrome. With Slimjet, we give users more choices to tune their browser to their own personal preference instead of forcing a majority style on everyone. Slimjet also integrates more features internally in the most efficient way so that you don't have to spend time dealing with unstable and resource-consuming third-party plugins. Best of all, Slimjet syncs all your Chrome data and settings via your Google account and is compatible with your favorite Chrome extensions. There is absolutely no learning curve for you to switch from Chrome to Slimjet. Give Slimjet a try now and you will never look back!

For users who insist on using an old version of Google Chrome and becoming vulnerable to security issues, you can find the right version of Google Chrome to download for your platform in the following sections.

Support of Java, Silverlight and NPAPI plugins

Unfortunately, we only started to archive old versions of Chrome since Chrome 48. Chrome dropped support for Java, silverlight and other NPAPI plugins in Chrome 45. If you are looking for an old version of Chrome with support of Java, silverlight or other NPAPI plugins, you would have to use Slimjet Web Browser, which is based on Chromium and retains support of Java, silverlight and other NPAPI plugins.

Google Chrome Windows version

The old versions of Chrome before V58 are packed as 7zip self-extracting executable. Just run the executable and extract the files under any folder on your hard drive. Then launch Google chrome with chrome.exe under the extraction folder. After V59, the archived chrome old version files are official Chrome offline installers. Just uninstall any current version of Chrome first and then run the downloaded installer. It's a one-click installer without any interactive UI.

32-bit

64-bit

Support of XP and Vista

Please notice that Chrome dropped support of XP and Vista since Chrome 50. If you are using XP and Vista, please download Chrome 49 or earlier, or download Slimjet Web Browser, which is based on Chromium and continues to support XP and Vista.

Google Chrome Linux Version

64-bit deb for Ubuntu/Debian

32-bit deb for Ubuntu/Debian

Note: Google Chrome stopped release 32-bit builds for linux since Chrome 49. If you are still using 32-bit linux and would like to be protected with the latest security patches as well, you can use Slimjet Web Browser, which is based the Chromium open source project and continues to support 32-bit linux.

Google Chrome Mac Version

Related FAQs

Why You Need An Older Chrome Version?

Sometimes it can be just because you don't like a new update or the new version of your preferred browser. Different people have different reasons, for example, developers don't like the placement of tools and in other cases the favorite extensions might not appear so useful. In such circumstances, all you need is the same previous version. In case of Chrome, though Google doesn't provide you with any Source) to download older versions of Google Chrome, but if you are really comfortable with those you don't need to disappoint. Slimjet offers you all older version under one roof.

How do I Rollback/Revert to the Older Version of Chrome?

Google do not support any rollback to the previous versions of Chrome. But that doesn't mean, you cannot get the one. Yes, there is a simple way out to get previous version. Just uninstall your present adaptation, erasing each user's saved profile information, and then re-install the needed version. Here it is important to note that user may lose their bookmarks, history, and so on. Hence, be careful while you proceed with the same.

Where can I Download and Install Older Versions of Chrome?

Now getting and downloading the prior versions of Google Chrome is possible. Slimjet share the old versions of Chrome, packed as 7zip self-extracting executable file. Download the one you need, run the executable and extract the files on your hard drive. Simply launch Google chrome with chrome.exe under the extraction folder. You can scroll above for different versions, available in 32- bit and 64- bit.

How to Download and Install Earlier Version for Windows, Linux and Mac via Slimjet

We have made a video to help you and you can watch the step to step process here:

How do I Know what Version of Google Chrome I have installed?

You might need this information for varying reasons, but often people consider it important to check for whether they need an upgrade or not. So, if you are looking for way out to determine what version you're running, just visit the 'About' page for each browser. Click the Menu icon (≡) in the upper right corner and take the cursor on 'help'. The first option 'About Google Chrome' will let you know the same.

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