Google will roll out Chrome updates every two weeks from September 8, aiming to deliver faster security fixes across desktop and mobile.
Google has announced that it will speed up updates for its popular web browser, Google Chrome, by releasing new versions every two weeks instead of once a month. The new update schedule will begin on September 8 with the launch of Chrome version 153 and will apply to desktop operating systems as well as Android and iOS devices.
According to Google, the main reason for the faster schedule is to improve security and deliver fixes to users more quickly. More frequent updates mean that security patches and new features can reach users sooner, helping protect them from online threats.
For enterprise customers, Google will continue offering its Extended Stable version of Chrome, which is updated every eight weeks. This version is often used by large organizations and developers who need more time to test software changes.
However, Google noted that the new two-week release cycle will be the most secure option and is recommended for businesses where security is more important than maintenance costs.
In addition, beta versions of Chrome will also be released every two weeks. This will allow companies and developers to test upcoming changes in advance and prepare for any potential issues with web applications or SaaS platforms they rely on. Google also confirmed that extended release options for Chromebook users will remain available.
This is not the first time Google has shortened Chrome’s update cycle. In 2021, the company reduced the release gap from six weeks to four weeks, citing improved internal processes and the need for quicker security updates. With this latest move, Google is further accelerating its efforts to keep the browser secure and up to date.
