After Google only updated its Chrome browser to version 96 in mid-December 2021, a fresh major version is already available again with Chrome 97. The update provides numerous improvements and bug fixes, but also closes a large number of security gaps. Version 97.0.4692.71 should therefore be imported immediately by all users under Windows, macOS and Linux. If you haven’t received the update yet, use the following downloads to update Chrome. All data and settings are retained.
Download Google Chrome (Windows)
Download Google Chrome (Mac)
Chrome 97: stability improvements
Since the update is brand new, Google has not yet published any official release notes. However, the manufacturer lists various stability and performance improvements in the Chromium log. The update fixes no less than 37 security vulnerabilities, ten of which are marked with the warning level “High” and one with the highest warning level “Critical”. The description of the fixed vulnerabilities is currently still blocked – Google traditionally only releases the specific information later, so that Chrome users can secure their browser with an update beforehand.
Download Google Chrome (Android)
Update Chrome
- Click on the three dots in the top right.
- click on help and subsequently Via Google Chrome.
- Chrome will then check for updates. If one is available, the application updates automatically.
- If necessary, click Start anew.
Google has advised that it will take several days and weeks to distribute the update. If it is not yet available to you, use one of the downloads from COMPUTER BILD in this article, as mentioned.