Using Google Chrome on these Operating Systems Will be Risky

Google Chrome is one of the best web browsers around, and this is highlighted by its growing usage statistics around the world. In January 2015, the number of Chrome users around the world was around the 62% mark, and in the month of September this number has gone up to 66% of all Internet users around the world. Moreover, Chrome also has around 800 million mobile users around the world now. However, Google Chrome has now announced that it will soon be dropping support for some operating systems from April 2016. So it would be wise for users of these OS’s to either switch to another browser, or update their OS.

Google Chrome drops support for the following operating systems

In a recent entry on the Google Chrome blog, it was announced that the below mentioned operating systems will not receive updates and security fixes beyond April 2016:

  • Microsoft Windows XP
  • Microsoft Windows Vista
  • Mac OS X 10.6
  • Mac OS X 10.7
  • Mac OS X 10.8

They then encourage users of these operating systems to move to other platforms which will continue to receive updates in the future.

What this means for users of Google Chrome

As mentioned in the post, Chrome will not receive further updates or security fixes on these operating systems beyond the stipulated date. This does not mean that users of these operating systems will not be able to use Google Chrome beyond April 2016. However, it does mean that using Google Chrome will become inherently unsafe.

Web browsers regularly receive updates and security patches to protect users against several online threats such as phishing, adware, Malvertising and more. However, once a browser stops receiving updates, user security and privacy becomes more vulnerable and visible to cyber-attackers.

Recommendations for Google Chrome users to maintain security

So for users of the aforementioned operating systems, it is strongly suggested that they either use another browser after April 2016, or use another operating system that is supported by the popular programs and applications.

This will enable users to stay protected against security vulnerabilities, and also receive proactive defense against various malware and virus types. If you are using an old machine that came with these operating systems pre-installed, it may be time to get a new machine then. Simply put, new hardware costs far less than the price of losing precious data or having your online security compromised.

Using an effective security solution such as Quick Heal Total Security or Quick Heal Total Security for Mac will also be helpful in such cases. The in-built vulnerability scan feature scans installed programs for security holes and then provides additional protection. For further updates on related stories, stay tuned to the Quick Heal blog.

Rahul Thadani

Rahul Thadani

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  1. Avatar Ansumay Datta • November 20, 2015 at 3:41 PM

    Very helpful notification.

    Reply
  2. Avatar MURLEE KUMAR • November 20, 2015 at 4:31 PM

    nice

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  3. Avatar MURLEE KUMAR • November 20, 2015 at 4:32 PM

    usefull software

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  4. Avatar Anil Tambe • November 20, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    What about Windows 8? Will chrome work for Windows 8 after April 16?

    Reply
  5. Avatar rishabh • November 20, 2015 at 5:39 PM

    i am new user

    Reply
  6. Avatar sylvester dutta • November 20, 2015 at 5:59 PM

    sir, i am not operating with windows xp or vista or Mac. I am using different operating system. So i have no problem.

    Reply
  7. Avatar M.P.Sastry • November 20, 2015 at 6:05 PM

    A lay man question. If no updates from google chrome will the anti virus be able protect from threats if chrome browser is used ?

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 2:02 PM

      Hi M.P.Sastry,

      It is hard to say because the antivirus updates work in collaboration with the software developers updates also. So the antivirus would protect against some threats, but not all threats.

      Regards.

      Reply
  8. Avatar Abbas khaddem • November 20, 2015 at 6:21 PM

    Thanks for or helping and supporting.

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  9. Avatar Abhijeet Dutta • November 20, 2015 at 6:33 PM

    why My PC Slow Down nd Google Chrome is not open.

    Reply
  10. Avatar Jitendra Kumar Sharma • November 20, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    The article appears incomplete.The writer could have given the names of Operating System that will continue to have Google support after April 2016.Please give the names of the alternative browser to Chrome and OS’s that will be risk free after April 2016. I am, of course, already a Quick Heal user/client.Regards,JKS

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 2:04 PM

      Hi Jitendra,

      Some newer operating systems that can be used are Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10. You will need to see the features and system requirements of these to see which one suits you best. Moreover, some other web browsers that can be used can be found easily. Some of them are Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari, Opera and more.

      Regards.

      Reply
  11. Avatar rajinder singh • November 20, 2015 at 6:48 PM

    goood…..

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  12. Avatar Harsh • November 20, 2015 at 7:05 PM

    This warning is great

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  13. Avatar Rajiv kumar • November 20, 2015 at 7:08 PM

    security holes and then provides additional protection. For further updates on related stories, stay tuned to the Quick Heal blog.

    Reply
  14. Avatar shubham priyadarshi • November 20, 2015 at 10:01 PM

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  15. Avatar A.S Sahashransu • November 20, 2015 at 10:11 PM

    Google Chrome Is The Better and The Best Browser Browser that I Have Ever Seen
    Most Fastest But the News Really Sadded Google Chrome Fans And Me Too.
    No Wonder and No Compromise that It will Remain the best browser ever.
    I DON’T USE CHROME BUT LOVE IT.

    Reply
  16. Avatar Jaikishan • November 21, 2015 at 5:38 AM

    Useful update. Thanks. Good day.

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  17. Avatar Jaikishan • November 21, 2015 at 5:38 AM

    useful info. Thanks for the update.

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  21. Avatar kannepalli thrinadu mohan rao • November 21, 2015 at 11:03 AM

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  22. Avatar Subash Basrur • November 21, 2015 at 11:10 AM

    It is informed that from April 2016 Google Chrome is not safe to be used for browsing on certain operating systems. I have Windows XP running on my PC. I have recently renewed my Quick Heal Anti Virus pack running in my PC for a further period of two years which takes my validity up to November 2019. Please suggest me the best option for me in the above given situation.

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 1:56 PM

      Hi Subash,

      It is strongly suggested to switch to a newer OS that has live support and updates from Microsoft. Using XP is risky now as there are no new security patches released for the OS. So using it will make your machine vulnerable to numerous security threats.

      Regards.

      Reply
  23. Avatar Shiv Ram Sahu • November 21, 2015 at 2:33 PM

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    Reply
  24. Avatar Himanshu • November 21, 2015 at 3:18 PM

    Thank You to tell me this.

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  25. Avatar Ronak • November 22, 2015 at 8:06 AM

    Thanks buddy..!! Very important information..

    Reply
  26. Avatar vivek gangwar • November 22, 2015 at 11:07 AM

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    but i’ll say quick heal works well that other antiviruses(guaranteed),
    but im using guardian net secure(its from quick heal).

    Reply
  27. Avatar panakj • November 22, 2015 at 6:36 PM

    IT IS BEST BROUSER.

    Reply
  28. Avatar denise green • November 22, 2015 at 7:47 PM

    Thank you for posting this helpful info

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  29. Avatar THRINADU MOHAN RAO KANNEPALLI • November 22, 2015 at 7:49 PM

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  30. Avatar THRINADU MOHAN RAO KANNEPALLI • November 22, 2015 at 7:50 PM

    notifications helpful

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  31. Avatar alok kumar • November 22, 2015 at 9:25 PM

    ok please not show on desktop

    Reply
  32. Avatar Amit Biswas • November 22, 2015 at 10:18 PM

    which browser shall i use

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 1:49 PM

      Hi Amit,

      You can opt for Windows 7, Windows 8 or the latest Windows 10. You will have to go through the features and the system requirements for these so see which one will suit you the best.

      Regards.

      Reply
  33. Avatar jatin • November 22, 2015 at 10:56 PM

    what to do if we want to continue with xp? or solution?

    Reply
    • Avatar Pramod • November 23, 2015 at 10:13 AM

      What to do if we want to continue with xp? of solution?

      Reply
      • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 1:44 PM

        Hi Pramod,

        It is strongly suggested to switch to a newer OS that has live support and updates from Microsoft. Using XP is risky now as there are no new security patches released for the OS. So using it will make your machine vulnerable to numerous security threats.

        Regards.

        Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 1:49 PM

      Hi Jatin,

      It is strongly suggested to switch to a newer OS that has live support and updates from Microsoft. Using XP is risky now as there are no new security patches released for the OS. So using it will make your machine vulnerable to numerous security threats.

      Regards.

      Reply
  34. Avatar suraj das • November 23, 2015 at 9:16 AM

    if any problem will happen in this software,please support to trouble that problem

    Reply
  35. Avatar Sw. P. Puri • November 23, 2015 at 9:37 AM

    What if Q. H. Antivirus is installed on my machine do you still recommend to change the OS ?

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 1:48 PM

      Hi,

      It is strongly suggested to switch to a newer OS that has live support and updates from Microsoft. Using XP is risky now as there are no new security patches released for the OS. So using it will make your machine vulnerable to numerous security threats.

      Regards.

      Reply
  36. Avatar Pramod • November 23, 2015 at 10:11 AM

    I have using google chrome for windows XP professional S2 operating system,
    recently post by blogs that it is risky on these browers,
    So feed back about google chrome use or not by this operating system.

    Reply
  38. Avatar Bibhash Debnath • November 23, 2015 at 12:48 PM

    my quick heal no update erro

    Reply
  39. Avatar P.P.Kanthan • November 23, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Which other browser will you recommend for our use beyond April, 2016? Our computer came with Windows Vista O.S. when we bought it. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 23, 2015 at 1:41 PM

      Hi P.P.Kanthan,

      You can opt for Windows 7, Windows 8 or the latest Windows 10. You will have to go through the features and the system requirements for these so see which one will suit you the best.

      Regards.

      Reply
  40. Avatar preeti • November 23, 2015 at 2:54 PM

    kindly suggest optional browser

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 26, 2015 at 12:10 PM

      Hi Preeti,

      You can use alternative web browsers such as Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Internet Explorer, Safari or others.

      Regards.

      Reply
  41. Avatar pasagada srinivas • November 23, 2015 at 8:53 PM

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  42. Avatar Shubham kasar • November 24, 2015 at 6:57 AM

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  43. Avatar millon sahoo • November 24, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    ok thanks

    Reply
  44. Avatar raza • November 24, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    which browser should we use for secure browse?

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 26, 2015 at 12:10 PM

      Hi Raza,

      You can use alternative web browsers such as Mozilla Firefox, Opera, Internet Explorer, Safari or others.

      Regards.

      Reply
  45. Avatar amit pandey • November 24, 2015 at 10:35 AM

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  46. Avatar BIJAY KUMAR MALLIK • November 24, 2015 at 12:55 PM

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  47. Avatar innocent chimezie eneta • November 25, 2015 at 7:19 PM

    good

    Reply
  48. Avatar M.K Syam • November 25, 2015 at 7:51 PM

    I am using Goole Chrome but it had stop opening from today,25th Nov 2015 and only showing messages that site had not passed security certificate even for google .com.Is it because of ur mentioned notification about Google Chrome.

    Reply
  49. Avatar sonu bhoi • November 25, 2015 at 8:11 PM

    MY PC UPDATE

    Reply
  51. Avatar mukul • November 28, 2015 at 12:56 PM

    Ye threat kaise delete hota hai

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • November 30, 2015 at 12:21 PM

      Hi Mukul,

      It is advised that you either upgrade to a newer OS or use a different web browser other than Google Chrome beyond April 2016.

      Regards.

      Reply
  52. Avatar shubh singh • December 11, 2015 at 9:04 PM

    hey rahul,

    how come browser updates help in the security?

    why is using outdated browser risky?

    installing ad blocking extensions might help?

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Rahul Thadani Rahul Thadani • December 14, 2015 at 10:42 AM

      Hi Shubh,

      Modern web browsers come with several in-built security measures to protect users against phishing or malicious pages. Google Chrome is the best at this since Google regularly has a list of such sites based on its algorithms. So updating to the latest versions certainly provide an added layer of security. Outdated browsers mat not be able to detect malicious pages that use the latest attack techniques. Ad-blocking extensions only help to block ads and nothing else. You may still land up on a fake page and an ad-blocking extension will do nothing about that, as that is not what it is designed for.

      Hope that helps.

      Regards.

      Reply

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