Google Chrome

A cross-platform web browser built on the Chromium engine with sync and extension support.

License: proprietary
Open source: No

Editorial review

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Identity · Taxonomy

Tags(open-source;cloud-native): browser, AI, security, GoogleVerified

Platform · Deployment

Delivery model(SaaS;self-hosted;desktop;mobile;embedded;managed-cloud;appliance): desktop, mobileVerification pending
Desktop apps(Windows;macOS;Linux): Windows, macOSVerification pending

Pricing · Licensing

License model(proprietary;open-source;source-available;dual-license): proprietaryVerification pending

Features · Product · Fit

Core capabilities(authoring;automation;analytics): Performance with Energy Saver and Memory Saver, Tab grouping, labeling, and color coding, Gemini AI browsing assistant with auto browse, Google Password Manager built in, Safe Browsing malware and phishing warnings, Automatic updates every four weeksVerification pending

Audience · Use · Case

Best for(Neutral editorial summary): Fast everyday browsing with built-in AI, password management, and Google account integrationVerification pending
Company-size fit(individual;SMB;mid-market;enterprise): individual, enterpriseVerification pending
Primary use cases(build;monitor;automate): Everyday web browsing, AI-assisted browsing and research, Password management and safer browsingVerification pending

Lifecycle · Versioning

Maintenance status(active;maintenance;deprecated;EOL;archived): activeVerification pending

Vendor · Maintainer

Founded year(2012): 1998Verified
Headquarters country(US): United StatesVerified
Vendor type(commercial;foundation;community;government;consortium;individual): commercialVerification pending

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