Google Chrome 49 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Chrome 49 reached end of life on 12 Apr 2016. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Chrome release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 1 Mar 2016 | 10y 7mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 12 Apr 2016 | 10y 6mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 49
Recommended target: Google Chrome 154 (supported until 6 Oct 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Google Chrome 154 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Google Chrome 49 still safe to use?
Google Chrome 49 reached end of life on 12 Apr 2016, 3,828 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Google Chrome 49?
Yes — the final release (49) 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 49 to?
Upgrade to Google Chrome 154, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 6 Oct 2026).