This tracker lists the latest Google Chrome desktop releases, with their version numbers and release dates. Entries are checked against Google’s release schedule and the Chromium dashboard, and the page is updated when Chrome ships a new version.
TL;DR: Chrome 156 is the current stable version on Google’s two-week schedule, with Chrome 157 in early rollout and due as the next stable release. We last checked on November 1, 2026.
Last updated: November 1, 2026.
How Chrome versions work
Chrome moved from a four-week to a two-week release cycle with Chrome 153 on September 8, 2026. A new version first reaches a small group in early stable, about a week before everyone gets it. Chrome updates itself, and you can check on the About Chrome page.
Chrome 156 and 157 (October 2026)
- Current stable: Chrome 156. The Chromium dashboard shows 156 builds on the stable channel through October 29, 2026. The latest is 156.0.8078.80 for Windows.
- Next: Chrome 157 builds appear on the dashboard from October 22, which fits the early stable window. Google put 157 in beta on October 15, 2026.
- Stable dates: the two-week schedule points to October 20 for Chrome 156 and about November 3 for Chrome 157. We could not open a Chrome page that confirms either date.
- What it means for you: Chrome updates itself. Restart the browser to apply the update.
Source: Chrome 157 beta announcement.
Chrome 155 (October 6, 2026)
- Stable date: October 6, 2026, the third release on the two-week schedule, per the Chrome release calendar published by Supercharge Browser and Versio.
- Latest 155 build seen: 155.0.8059.84 on October 15, 2026, per Versio.
Source: Chrome release blog.
Chrome 154 (September 22, 2026)
- Stable date: September 22, 2026, the second release on the two-week cycle.
Source: Techzine on Chrome’s two-week cycle.
Chrome 153 (September 8, 2026)
- Stable date: September 8, 2026, the first release on the new two-week cycle, per Google’s announcement.
- The two-week cycle covers desktop, Android and iOS. Extended Stable, mostly for businesses, stays on its eight-week cycle.
Source: Techzine on Chrome’s two-week cycle.
Looking for Firefox?
Firefox has its own page. See our Firefox update tracker.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Chrome version?
Chrome 156 is the current stable version. Chrome 157 is in early rollout and expected as the next stable release.
How often does Chrome update?
Every two weeks since Chrome 153 on September 8, 2026.
How do I update Chrome?
Chrome updates itself. Open the About Chrome page to check, then restart the browser if it asks.
