Google Chrome 45 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Chrome 45 reached end of life on 6 Oct 2015. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Chrome release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 25 Aug 2015 | 11y 2mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 6 Oct 2015 | 11y ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 45
Recommended target: Google Chrome 155 (supported until 20 Oct 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Google Chrome 155 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Google Chrome 45 still safe to use?
Google Chrome 45 reached end of life on 6 Oct 2015, 4,027 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Google Chrome 45?
Yes — the final release (45) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Google Chrome 45 to?
Upgrade to Google Chrome 155, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 20 Oct 2026).