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Download Google Chrome for iPhone and iPad

Chrome for iPhone and iPad is free, made by Google, and the only official place to get it is Apple’s App Store.

Download on the App Store

The same app installs on iPhone and iPad. There is no separate iPad version, and the app is free to download.

Will Chrome Work on My iPhone or iPad?

Chrome needs a recent version of iOS or iPadOS. The App Store listing shows the exact requirement under Compatibility, and Google lists it on its Chrome install help page.

To see which version your device has, open Settings > General > About and look next to iOS Version or iPadOS Version (Apple’s steps).

How to Install Chrome on iPhone and iPad

These are the steps from Google’s install guide:

  1. Open the App Store and search for Chrome, or tap the App Store button above.
  2. Tap Get and follow the on-screen instructions. If asked, enter your Apple Account password.
  3. Tap Open to start browsing. After that, open Chrome from its icon on your Home Screen.

The app takes several hundred MB of space. The App Store listing shows the exact size under Size.

Is There a Chrome APK or IPA for iPhone?

No. Google’s install guide for iPhone and iPad names one way to get Chrome: the App Store. APK files are Android apps, so they cannot run on an iPhone or iPad. Google does not offer a Chrome IPA file to download either. You do not need one, because the App Store version is free.

Stay safe: If a website offers a “Chrome APK for iOS”, a “Chrome IPA”, or asks you to install a profile to “get Chrome”, close the tab. None of those come from Google.

Does Chrome Work on Older iPhones and iPads?

The current Chrome needs the iOS or iPadOS version shown in the check above. If the App Store says Chrome needs a newer version of iOS, first try updating your device in Settings > General > Software Update (Apple’s update steps).

If your device cannot update far enough, the App Store may offer an older version of Chrome that still works on it. Apple lets app makers choose which older versions stay available this way (Apple’s developer help), so it is not guaranteed. An older Chrome does not get new security updates. If the App Store offers nothing, use Safari, which is built in.

Where Do Chrome Downloads Go on iPhone?

According to Google’s download help for iPhone and iPad:

  • Save a file: tap the file, tap Save…, then on the “Save in…” screen choose Files. You can also choose Google Drive to save it to your Drive.
  • If you do not see Save…: tap the file, then at the top right tap Share > Save to Files > Save.
  • Find your downloads: in Chrome, tap More > Downloads. Touch and hold a file’s name to copy, share or remove it.
  • Save an image: touch and hold the image, then tap Save Image.
  • Opened in another app: a file you open in another app is downloaded to a temporary folder, and it is deleted when you close the Chrome window. Save it to Files if you want to keep it.

Can’t Download Chrome on iPhone or iPad?

  • You installed Chrome before: you can get it again from Apps & Purchase History in the App Store (Apple’s steps). It is still free.
  • The download is stuck: touch and hold the Chrome icon on the Home Screen and choose Prioritize Download, or restart the device. Apple also notes you may need a payment method on file, even for a free app (Apple’s tips).
  • Not enough storage: open Settings > General > iPhone Storage (or iPad Storage) to see what is using space (Apple’s guide).
  • “Requires a newer version of iOS”: see the older iPhones section above.
  • A child’s device: Screen Time and Ask to Buy can require a parent to approve new apps (how parents approve apps).

Make Chrome Your Default Browser

From Google’s default browser help:

  1. Open Chrome.
  2. Tap More > Settings > Default Browser.
  3. Tap Go to Settings… > Default Browser App and choose Chrome.

If you do not see the option, update Chrome first.

Sign In and Sync

Signing in with your Google Account brings your bookmarks, passwords and more to every device where you use Chrome. In Chrome, tap More > Settings > Sign In and pick your account (Google’s sign-in help). More in our guide to syncing Chrome across devices.

What Chrome on iPhone Includes

The App Store listing describes these features:

  • Google Search and voice search
  • Google Lens: search what is on your screen or in front of your camera
  • Google Translate: translate whole pages
  • Google Password Manager: create and save passwords, with alerts when one is at risk
  • Enhanced protection and Safety Check
  • Sync, tab groups and autofill for passwords, addresses and payment details

The listing notes that some features depend on your country and language.

Some Chrome settings are not available on iPhone and iPad because of Apple’s limits. Google lists cookie settings, Auto-Detect Encoding, the Do Not Track setting, and enterprise support and multiple profiles.

Update Chrome on iPhone and iPad

Chrome updates through the App Store, based on your App Store settings. To check by hand, open the App Store, tap your profile at the top right, scroll to the available updates, and tap Update next to Chrome (Google’s update steps). See also our update guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Google Chrome free on iPhone and iPad?

Yes. The App Store lists Chrome as free to download, and Google describes it as available at no charge.

Can I get Chrome on iPhone without the App Store?

No. Google’s instructions for iPhone and iPad use the App Store only, and there is no official APK or IPA file.

Is Chrome safe to download on iPhone?

Yes, when it comes from the App Store, where the seller is listed as Google LLC. Avoid any other site that offers a Chrome installer or profile for iPhone.

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