Chrome: How to Install Google Chrome on Linux

How to Install Google Chrome on Linux

Works on Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, Arch Linux and more - Updated for 2025

Google Chrome is a fast, secure, and widely used web browser developed by Google. While Linux distributions typically come with Firefox pre-installed, many users prefer Chrome for its features and cross-device syncing.

🔧 Installing Google Chrome on Ubuntu/Debian

1. Download the .deb package

You can download it via terminal:

wget https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb

2. Install the package

sudo apt install ./google-chrome-stable_current_amd64.deb

🧰 Installing Google Chrome on Fedora / RHEL / CentOS

1. Download the .rpm package

wget https://dl.google.com/linux/direct/google-chrome-stable_current_x86_64.rpm

2. Install the package

sudo dnf install ./google-chrome-stable_current_x86_64.rpm

🚀 Installing Google Chrome on Arch Linux / Manjaro

Use an AUR helper like yay:

yay -S google-chrome

🌐 Launching Google Chrome

Once installed, you can launch Chrome by searching it in your application menu or via terminal:

google-chrome-stable

🧼 Uninstalling Google Chrome

Ubuntu/Debian:

sudo apt remove google-chrome-stable

Fedora:

sudo dnf remove google-chrome-stable

Arch:

yay -Rns google-chrome

✅ Conclusion

With this guide, you've successfully installed Google Chrome on your Linux machine. Whether you're a developer testing in multiple browsers or a casual user, Chrome brings speed and Google integration to your desktop.