Google Ends Chrome Support for macOS Monterey in 2026

Google announced on its support website that its Chrome web browser will end support for macOS 12 Monterey starting with version 151, tentatively scheduled for release on July 28, 2026. This change affects Mac users still running the 2021 operating system, leaving them without future updates or security patches unless they upgrade to macOS 13 Ventura or a later version.

Chrome version 150 marks the final release compatible with Monterey, which Apple launched in October 2021. After the cutoff, older versions of the browser will continue to function on unsupported systems, but Google emphasized the risks. "Older versions of Chrome will continue to work, but there will be no further updates released for users on this operating system," the company stated. "If you are currently on macOS 12 Monterey, we encourage you to move to a supported macOS version, macOS 13 Ventura or newer, to ensure you continue to receive the latest security updates and Chrome features."

The decision aligns with Apple's own timeline, as the company ceased updates for Monterey in mid-2024. While Ventura and subsequent releases, including Sonoma, Sequoia, and the upcoming Tahoe, support a broader range of...