Google Chrome 17 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Google Chrome 17 reached end of life on 13 Mar 2012. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Google Chrome release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 31 Jan 2012 | — |
| End of life | 13 Mar 2012 | 14.4 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from 17
Recommended target: Google Chrome 151 (supported until 25 Aug 2026).
The newest actively supported branch is Google Chrome 151 (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Google Chrome 17 still safe to use?
Google Chrome 17 reached end of life on 13 Mar 2012, 5,262 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Google Chrome 17?
Yes — the final release (17) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Google Chrome 17 to?
Upgrade to Google Chrome 151, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 25 Aug 2026).