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Publisher’s description
What is Google Chrome Dev (EXE)?
Google Chrome Dev (EXE) by Google LLC is free Windows software in the web browsers category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE installers for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit Windows. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights.
Updates and version history
The current version is 158.0.8117.2, released on October 23, 2026. The version history goes back to October 12, 2025: 52 releases, all linked to the official files. That is about 51 releases a year. The last update is less than a month old.
Popularity and file types
On Windows it registers 8 file types, including .pdf, .html, .xhtml, .webp and .htm. Similar programs include Brave, Yandex Browser and Waterfox.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Installs without administrator rights
- Frequent updates (about 51 a year)
Cons
- No documented silent install switch
In short: Google Chrome Dev (EXE) is a free web browser tool for 64-bit, ARM64 and 32-bit PCs. It is actively maintained.
Is Google Chrome Dev (EXE) safe to download?
- The file is served by dl.google.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
DEE5E45948F04AE8486F5BC6D1850191C135FFE934041015C41B3CA4A10ACD09· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 52 versions ›52 versions over 1 year · about 51 a year
| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 158.0.8117.2Latest | October 23, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE64-bit EXEARM64 EXE32-bit EXE |
| 158.0.8106.0 | October 15, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXEARM64 EXEARM64 EXE32-bit EXE |
| 157.0.8092.0 | October 8, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXEARM64 EXE |
| 157.0.8081.0 | October 1, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXEARM64 EXE32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
| 156.0.8072.0 | September 24, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE32-bit EXEARM64 EXE64-bit EXE |
| 156.0.8063.3 | September 18, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE32-bit EXE32-bit EXEARM64 EXE |
| 155.0.8048.0 | September 9, 2026 | — | ARM64 EXE64-bit EXE32-bit EXE64-bit EXE |
| 155.0.8040.2 | September 4, 2026 | — | 64-bit EXE64-bit EXE32-bit EXE32-bit EXE |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Google.Chrome.Dev.EXE -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Also for other systems
brew install --cask google-chrome@devInformation
- Publisher
- Google LLC
- Category
- Web browsers
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64, 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE
- Version
- 158.0.8117.2
- Released
- October 23, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- October 12, 2025
- Versions listed
- 52
- Updates / year
- 50.5
- Website
- google.com
- winget ID
- Google.Chrome.Dev.EXE
File types it opens (8)
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Google Chrome Dev (EXE) free?
Yes. Google Chrome Dev (EXE) is free to use.
Is Google Chrome Dev (EXE) safe to download?
The download comes from dl.google.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Google Chrome Dev (EXE) with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does Google Chrome Dev (EXE) run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Where can I download an older version of Google Chrome Dev (EXE)?
The versions page lists all 52 versions with links to their official installer files, back to October 12, 2025.
Can I use Google Chrome Dev (EXE) without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to Google Chrome Dev (EXE)?
Brave, Yandex Browser, Waterfox, qutebrowser and Microsoft Edge. The alternatives page compares them.
