Update Checker for Google Chrome icon

Update Checker for Google Chrome

by Serhii Svyrydenko · Tools
Manifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 16 Oct 2026

Instant notification when a new stable version of Google Chrome is available. Checks securely via official API.

Users
1,000
+17 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
4
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#28K
#24K among extensions
Version
2.3.0
updated 13 Mar 2026

Users

monthly, 9 months
05001,000Jan 2026Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 1,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

monthly, 9 months
024Jan 2026Jun 2026Oct 2026
Latest, 16 Oct 2026: 4 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About Update Checker for Google Chrome

Update Checker for Google Chrome (Unofficial) Keep your browser up to date and boost your daily productivity with a lightweight helper that acts as your personal Chrome command center. Core Features: • Automatic Update Detection: Securely checks if a newer stable Chrome version is available for your OS. • Smart Notifications: Alerts you via a non-intrusive web banner and a native system notification (shows only once per new version so it won't annoy you). • One-Click Update: Opens the official update page (chrome://settings/help) instantly. Quick Access Tools (New!): The minimalist popup now includes handy shortcuts to speed up your workflow: • Extensions: Quickly open your extensions management page. • History: Jump straight to your browsing history. • Downloads: Access your downloaded files in one click. • Refresh & Clear Cache: A dedicated button to hard-reload your current active tab, bypassing the cached content (perfect for web developers and troubleshooting). How it works • Reads your current Chrome version from the browser’s user agent. • Fetches the latest stable version from Google's official API (versionhistory.googleapis.com). • Compares versions locally—everything happens on your device. Privacy & Security No analytics, no tracking, no ads. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. It strictly uses the permissions requested to provide its core functionality. Disclaimer Not an official Google product. The extension simply opens Chrome's native pages so you can manage your browser and let Chrome update itself via built‑in mechanisms. Developed by Serhii Svyrydenko.

Growth

WindowUsersChangeRatingsRating
7 days0+0.0%00.00
30 days+17+1.7%00.00
6 months+634+173.2%+10.00

Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where Update Checker for Google Chrome appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
update#2+3

Version history

3 versions recorded
2.3.013 Mar 2026
2.2.029 Jan 2026
2.1.514 Jan 2026

Details

Category
Tools
First seen
14 Jan 2026
Size
12 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Privacy policy
docs.google.com
Extension ID
apiidnpgppphhahndicpilpajfihppmg

Permissions and risk

Moderate riskimpact 3, likelihood 2
Permissions
alarmsstoragetabsscriptingnotifications
Site access
https://versionhistory.googleapis.com/*

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