4 Ways to Fix Google Chrome Not Working on Mac

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Basic Fixes:

Fix 1: Review Installed Extensions

If Google Chrome is launching, but you’re facing issues inside the window, it could be due to faulty extensions. Additionally, some extensions could be outdated or have lost developer support. These can develop incompatibility with Chrome, and mess with Chrome functions on the Mac.

Step 1: Open the Google Chrome browser, and navigate toMore > More Tools.

Step 2: Now, open theExtensions menuand remove irrelevant extensions from the list.

Fix 2: Delete Google Chrome Data

Typically, we advise users to delete the Chrome cache and remove problematic extensions from the browser. But if you cannot access the Chrome homepage, that trick won’t work here. Instead, you need to delete Google Chrome data from the Library menu on Mac and try again.

Step 1:OpenFinderon Mac. Next, click onGoin the menu bar and selectLibrary(you can also useShift + Command + Lkeys).

Step 2:OpenApplications Supportand go to theGooglefolder, and once inside, delete theChromefolder.

And that’s it. Reboot the Mac and launch Google Chrome again.

Fix 3: Reinstall Google Chrome

If you are still facing Chrome not working on the Mac issue, it’s time to take extreme measures to fix the problem. We are talking about uninstalling the Google Chrome browser and downloading the latest stable build from the official website.

Step 1: On your Mac, navigate toFinder > Applications.Here,right-click on Google Chrome. From the list of options, click onMove to Trash.

Step2: Once the app has been uninstalled,empty the trashon the Mac.

Step 4: Now, go to theofficial Google Chrome websiteanddownload the latest Chrome build.

Sign in with your Google account login details, and the browser will start syncing history, bookmarks, extensions, and favorites. The browser should be ready to use now.

Fix 4: Try Google Chrome Alternatives

The macOS ecosystem is filled with capable Chromium-based Google Chrome alternatives. Each of these are fully compatible with Google Chrome’s extensions, while also offering added features of their own. Here are some alternatives that we at GT would recommend:

It’s worth noting that these browsers will not work with Google Chrome’s sync. That said, most of these browsers offer their sync solutions for smartphones.

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Last updated on 28 August, 2024

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