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How to Update Your Web Browser (Chrome, Edge, Safari)

Applies toGoogle ChromeMicrosoft EdgeSafari
8 min fix Updated 10 Jul 2026

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Quick Answer

In Chrome or Edge, click the Three Dots menu in the top right, go to Help, and click About Google Chrome (or About Microsoft Edge). The browser will automatically check for updates and ask you to restart.

Checked against Google Chrome Releases and Microsoft Learn - end of support and retirement between 5 Aug 2026 and 12 Sep 2026. Nothing published in that period has been linked to this guide.

Summary ​

This article guides you through manually checking for and installing updates for Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Apple Safari to ensure security and compatibility with modern websites.

Before You Start ​

  • An active internet connection.

Instructions ​

1. Update Google Chrome ​

  1. Open Google Chrome.
  2. Click the Three Dots (⋮) menu in the top right corner.
  3. Select Help > About Google Chrome.
  4. Chrome automatically checks for and installs updates. Click Relaunch when finished.

2. Update Microsoft Edge ​

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Click the Three Dots (...) menu in the top right corner.
  3. Select Help and feedback > About Microsoft Edge.
  4. Edge automatically downloads updates. Click Restart to apply them.

3. Update Apple Safari (Mac only) ​

  1. Note that Safari updates through macOS system updates, not within the browser itself.
  2. Click the Apple logo > System Settings (or System Preferences on older Macs).
  3. Click General > Software Update.
  4. Click Update Now if a Safari or macOS update is available.

Troubleshooting ​

INFO

If your browser says updates are managed by your organization, IT handles these updates automatically in the background. You do not need to take any action.

Symptom / ErrorPotential CauseSolution
Update fails to installPending system restartRestart your computer completely and try the update again.
Browser crashes after updatingConflicting or outdated extensionSee How to Manage Browser Extensions to disable problematic add-ons.

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Frequently asked questions

Why does my browser say 'Managed by your organization'?
This means your IT department controls when browser updates are installed to ensure new versions don't break company websites. You usually don't need to update manually in this scenario.
How do I update Safari on a Mac?
Safari updates are tied to macOS updates. To update Safari, click the Apple logo > System Settings > General > Software Update, and install any available macOS updates.