How to download Google Chrome (32-bit, 64-bit, MSI, PKG/DMG, etc.)

If you download Google Chrome from places other than its official website, you might download the wrong version, with bundled extras you might not want. For example, you may have Windows 10 on 64-bit and install Chrome on 32-bit, which won’t deliver you as good performance as the 64-bit version. In case you’re using an older version of Windows, like Windows 7, you probably want a Google Chrome version that still works on your operating system. Sometimes, you might need a specific installer version like an MSI file, PKG for Mac, or ADMX templates for managing Google Chrome policies in your organization. If you want to download a specific version of Chrome, read this tutorial:

1. How to download Google Chrome using the standard installer (32-bit & 64-bit)

Whether you want to download Google Chrome 32-bit or 64-bit, visit Chrome’s official website. There, click or tap the Download Chrome button. In the example below, I downloaded Google Chrome on a 64-bit version of Windows 11, and the website correctly detected it, displaying “For Windows 11/10 64-bit” under the Download Chrome button. Click or tap Download Chrome The file you get is a small executable called ChromeSetup, with a size of 10.2 MB. The ChromeSetup executable file When you run this executable file, the wizard downloads and installs the appropriate version of Google Chrome for your system: 32-bit or 64-bit. Therefore, it doesn’t matter if you download this file on a 32-bit version of Windows, then copy it and run it on a 64-bit version. When you run ChromeSetup, it downloads the Chrome version that matches your operating system.

2. How to download Google Chrome for another operating system

Want a different architecture than what Google detected? Go to the Chrome webpage using your current web browser. Scroll down to the page’s footer. It’s a long way down, so keep at it until you reach it. There, in the Chrome Family section on the left, click or tap the Other Platforms link. Links to Chrome for Other Platforms In the list of options displayed by the web page, click or tap the link for the Google Chrome version you want under the Get Chrome title:

• Download for phone or tablet:
  • Android: A mobile version of Google Chrome optimized for Android smartphones and tablets.
  • iOS: A version of Chrome designed for iPhones and iPads.

Download Chrome for phone or tablet

• Download for another desktop OS:
  • Windows 11/10 64-bit: The Chrome browser tailored for 64-bit versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11.
  • Windows 10 32-bit: Chrome designed specifically for older 32-bit versions of Windows 10.
  • Windows 11 ARM: The version built for devices running Windows 11 on ARM architecture (like Surface Pro X).
  • macOS 11 or later: Chrome optimized for newer versions of macOS (Big Sur and later).
  • Linux: Google Chrome for popular Linux distributions.

Google Chrome for other desktop operating systems

• Frozen versions (these are older Chrome versions no longer receiving updates but still available for legacy systems):
  • Windows XP: Download a frozen version compatible with Windows XP. It doesn’t get any security updates, but it allows basic browsing on unsupported, older machines.
  • Windows Vista: Similar to the XP version but made for Windows Vista.
  • Windows 8.1/8/7 32-bit: Download Chrome for Windows 7, 8, or 8.1. This is a version made specifically for 32-bit versions.
  • Windows 8.1/8/7 64-bit: Same as above, but for 64-bit systems.
  • Mac 10.6 - 10.8 (macOS Snow Leopard, Lion, and Mountain Lion) Mac 10.9 (Mavericks), 10.10 (Yosemite), 10.11 - 10.12 (El Capitan, Sierra), 10.13 - 10.14 (High Sierra, Mojave), 10.15 (Catalina): Chrome versions for older versions of macOS that don’t get any updates, but could still be useful for vintage Mac systems.

Frozen versions: Download Chrome for Windows 7, 8, 8.1, XP, Vista, and old mac OS Once you’ve decided what version of Chrome you want, you get to a new place depending on what you’ve clicked:

• If you choose to get Chrome for your phone or tablet, you’re taken to the Google Chrome download page in the Play Store on Android or App Store on iOS (iPhone, iPad).
• If you choose one of the desktop OS links, you see a dialog box with a fitting name, like Get Chrome for Windows or Get Chrome for macOS 11. Depending on your choice, you may also be able to specify whether you want to send usage statistics and crash reports to Google. Then, press Accept and Install.

How to download Chrome for Windows 10 32-bit The file you download is called ChromeSetup.exe on Windows (the same I’ve shown you in the first section of this tutorial), but it’s different on other platforms like Linux or macOS. TIP: All the links on the Chrome webpage will get you online installers for this browser. That means that regardless of your chosen version, when you run the ChromeSetup.exe file, it downloads all the required files from the internet. If you’d rather get the full offline installer files, click the Download Chrome button on these pages:

• Chrome 32-bit offline installer for Windows 10 (the file size is 112 MB)
• Chrome 64-bit offline installer for Windows 11/10 (the executable has a size of 124 MB).

3. How to download Chrome as an MSI or PKG/DMG file & How to get ADM/X template files

MSI and PKG/DMG files are particularly useful for IT administrators who need to deploy Chrome as fast as possible on multiple computers. If you’re looking for the Google Chrome MSI installer or the PKG/DMG installer, go directly to the Chrome Enterprise download page and click or tap the Download Chrome button. Download Chrome on the Chrome Enterprise website Then, depending on whether you need Chrome MSI files or Chrome PKG/DMG files, follow the steps in the next sections:

How to get Chrome as an MSI file

If you need to deploy Google Chrome on a series of Windows computers, make sure Windows is selected at the top of the dialog window showing up on your screen. Then, under Download Chrome browser for Windows, choose the options you prefer:

1. Channel (highlighted 1 in the next screenshot):
   • Stable: The default, most reliable version of Chrome
   • Beta: A pre-release version that gives early access to new features
2. File type (marked 2 in the screenshot below):
   • Bundle: This is a package installer containing both the Chrome browser and optional administrative templates, aka ADMX/ADML files. It can be useful for organizations or IT administrators setting up Chrome with pre-configured policies.
   • MSI: A Windows Installer package specifically designed for enterprise deployments. It’s useful for system administrators to automate Chrome installation via tools like Group Policy, SCCM, or Active Directory.
3. Architecture (highlighted 3 in the next screenshot):
   • 64-bit (x86): Recommended for modern PCs running 64-bit versions of Windows. It offers better security, memory usage, and performance compared to 32-bit.
   • 32-bit (x86): This is meant for older computers running 32-bit Windows versions.
   • 64-bit (ARM): The right choice for workstations powered by ARM processors.

Once you’ve made your choices, decide whether you want to also “Help make Google Chrome better by automatically sending usage statistics and crash reports to Google.” (marked 4 in the screenshot below), then click or tap Accept and download (5). Download Chrome browser for Windows (MSI and other options) As soon as you do that, the webpage will trigger the download of the Chrome file(s) you requested.

How to download Google Chrome PKG Installer for macOS

If you use macOS and need to deploy Chrome through PKG files, select Mac at the top of the dialog on the same Chrome Enterprise download page. Then, choose from the next options:

• Channel (highlighted 1 in the next screenshot):
  • Stable: The standard, most reliable version of Google Chrome.
  • Beta: An early release version that includes upcoming features and changes.
• File type (marked 2 in the screenshot below):
  • PKG Universal Installer (x86 and ARM): Universal installer that allows you to install Chrome easily on various Mac devices.
  • DMG Universal Installer (x86 and ARM): The standard installer for individual users.

After making your choices, click or tap Accept and download. Download Chrome browser for Mac (PKG, DMG) In an instant, the webpage triggers the download of the Chrome file(s) you requested.

How to download Chrome ADM/X Templates (policy templates)

On the Chrome Enterprise download page, when you click or tap the Download Chrome, you can also select Management at the top of the dialog. If you do that, you get access to a series of options for downloading Chrome ADM/X templates:

• Policy templates:
  • Chrome ADM/ADMX templates: These are administrative template files in ADMX/ADML format, useful for enterprises that need to control Chrome settings like homepage, extensions, security policies, and more, on a large number of Windows devices.
  • Chrome dev policy templates: ADM/ADMX templates specifically for the Dev channel version of Chrome.
  • Chrome beta policy templates: ADM/ADMX templates tailored for the Beta channel of Chrome.
• Update management templates:
  • Google Updater ADM template update: Lets administrators control how Chrome is updated on the network devices they manage.
  • Google Updater ADMX template update: The same as above but in a newer, more modern format (ADMX).

Once you’ve selected the templates you need, click or tap the Accept and download link under the corresponding list. This will make the webpage immediately trigger the download of the appropriate files, in a ZIP file format. Download Chrome ADM/ADMX templates and Google Updater templates That’s it! However, before you go, here’s…

How to see what version of Google Chrome you have installed

If you want to double-check that you installed the version of Google Chrome that you wanted, you can do so by following the steps in this guide to find your Chrome version. Which, in short, means that you should do this: Start Google Chrome and click or tap the Customize and control Google Chrome button on the top-right corner. It looks like three vertical dots. In the menu that is displayed, go to Help and then to About Google Chrome. About Google Chrome A new tab is loaded, showing whether Google Chrome is up to date and displaying the exact version installed. For example, below, I had version 134 installed, an official build from Google for 32-bit systems. How to know the version of Chrome (32-bit, 64-bit, etc.) Remember that when you load the About Chrome page, Google Chrome also updates itself automatically. TIP: Did you know that Google Chrome isn’t the best browser for prioritizing battery life on your Windows 11 laptop?

What version of Google Chrome did you install?

Whether you're a regular user looking for a simple Chrome setup or an IT professional managing multiple workstations, now you know how to download a specific version of Google Chrome, instead of what Google wants you to install. Did you need Chrome on 64-bit or 32-bit? Did you need it for an older version of Windows, like Windows 7 or Windows XP? Before closing this tutorial, let me know which version you downloaded in the comments below.