Google Chrome 55 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Chrome 55 reached end of life on 24 Jan 2017. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Chrome release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 29 Nov 2016 | 9y 10mo ago |
| Security Support ended | 24 Jan 2017 | 9y 8mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 55
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 55 still safe to use?
Google Chrome 55 reached end of life on 24 Jan 2017, 3,541 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Google Chrome 55?
Yes — the final release (55) 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 55 to?
Upgrade to Google Chrome 154, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 6 Oct 2026).