Google Chrome to stop working on older Android devices: Last date, and other details to know
Android 8.0 Oreo
and
Android 9.0 Pie
starting with version 139, according to Chrome Support Manager Ellen T. The announcement was made on the official Chrome support forums. After this update – scheduled for release on August 5, 2025, Chrome will only work on Android 10 or newer, leaving users with older phones unable to receive further updates. 'Chrome 138 is the last version of Chrome that will support Android 8.0 (Oreo) and Android 9.0 (Pie),' Ellen wrote in the forum.
While users can continue using Chrome version 138 on their Android 8 and 9 devices, they will no longer receive new features, performance improvements, or critical security updates. Over time, this could affect the browser's performance and leave devices more vulnerable to threats.
To recall, Android 8.0 was first released in 2017, and Android 9.0 followed in 2018. Despite their age, these operating systems still have a notable user base. Based on Google's platform distribution data from April 2025, about 4% of Android devices run Oreo, while 5.8% use Pie.
Android 10, by comparison, powers over 10% of devices.
What happens to Chrome users on devices running Android 8 and 9
For users still on Android 8 or 9, one option is to keep using Chrome 138, although it's not recommended due to the lack of security updates. Another alternative is to switch to browsers like Firefox, which continues to support devices running Android 5.0 and above. However, compatibility varies across browsers, and some may not function properly on older systems.
Ultimately, upgrading to a newer Android device is the most reliable solution to ensure ongoing support and security for apps like Chrome.
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