First released in 2008, Google Chrome is the most widely used web browser. Initially built only for Microsoft Windows it is currently the default browser for many Operating Systems like Mac, Linux, iOS and Android. Huge variety of features, ranging from themes, extensions, shortcuts, brilliant speed to high security and privacy features and user friendly interface, makes it to the top of the list of consumer’s choice. Here in this article we will be discussing why sometimes Chrome won’t open on the computer, and how we can fix this issue.

Why Does Chrome Won’t Open in Computer?

Though being one of the most efficient web browsers providing desired results, Chrome may sometimes have the problem of not opening in your PCs. The reasons more or less remain the same in different operating systems. Here’s a list of potential reasons as to why Chrome won’t open in the computer:

1. There is some malware.
2. There is some problem with the operating system.
3. Cache files have piled up.
4. New update is facing a problem with your device compatibility.
5. You have too many tabs open.
6. You have a problem with the Internet Connection.
7. The Chrome browser is not enabled
8. Google Chrome is not updated.
9. Your Operating System version is not updated.

How to Fix Chrome Won’t Open on Computer?

We have listed the reasons as to why Chrome won’t open on the computer. Since we now know the reasons, let’s now look at how to fix Chrome not opening or responding in your systems:

Solution 1: Restart Chrome to Fix Chrome Won’t Open:

Google Chrome comes with a feature that allows you to restart Google Chrome without losing any tabs that are open or Chrome Profile. Follow the below given steps to know how to restart Chrome:

1. In the address bar type:

chrome:/restart

2. Now, You will see that your Chrome browser will shut down and then restart.
3. And you will find that all the old opened tabs or any other window would be restored itself.

You can use the same steps given above for all different types of Operating Systems.

Solution 2: Restart Computer to Fix Chrome Won’t Open:

For Windows users, you can follow the below given steps to restart your computers:

1. Click the start button on the lower left corner of the desktop.

2.Click the right arrow next to the shutdown button.

3. Select Restart from the Menu that appears.

Mac users can follow the below given steps to restart their computer:

1. Go to the Apple Menu.

2. Click on Restart.

To restart Linux Systems, users can follow the given steps using the command line:

1. To reboot the Linux system from a terminal session, sign in or “su”/”sudo” to the “root” account.

2. Then type “sudo reboot” to reboot the box.

3. Wait for some time and the Linux server will reboot itself.

Solution 3:  Fix Problem Apps

At times when we start our systems, certain applications and services start and run automatically in the background, which produces a lot of quarrels. These conflicts are the main reason as to why we face the issue of browsers not working. Performing a clean boot helps you lessen these quarrels. You can follow the below given steps to perform a Clean Boot:

1. In the search box on your taskbar, type msconfig

2. Now select System Configuration

3. From there, find the Services tab.

4. Also select Hide all Microsoft services on the bottom left corner.

5. Click Disable all on the bottom right.

6. Now go to the Startup tab, which is to the right of Services tab.

7. From there click Open Task Manager.

8. Now close the Task manager and then click OK.

9. Finally, reboot your computer.

For all the Mac users, you can follow the below given steps if you’re using Apple Silicon:

1. Shut down your Mac.

2. Turn on your Mac and continue to press and hold the power button until you see the startup options window.

3. Select your startup disk, then press and hold the Shift key while clicking “Continue in Safe Mode.”

4. Log in to your Mac. You might be asked to log in again.

For all the Mac users, you can follow the below given steps if you’re using Intel Processor:

1. Turn on or restart your Mac, then immediately press and hold the Shift key as your Mac starts up.

2. Release the key when you see the login window, then log in to your Mac.

3. You might be asked to log in again. On either the first or second login window, you should see”Safe Boot” in the upper-right corner of the window.

Solution 4:  Fix Network Issue

First try opening the page you want to access on some other browser. If it does not open even there, it might be the cause of internet connectivity issues. For this, try restarting your modem and router.

For all the Windows users, you can try the Network troubleshooting option using the following steps:

1. Click the Start button and go to Settings.

2. Now go to Network & Internet and click Status.

3. Under Change your network settings, select Network troubleshooter.

4. Follow the steps in the troubleshooter, and see if that fixes the problem.

For all the Mac users, you can try Running Apple Diagnostics using the following steps:

1. Disconnect all external devices on your system (except the keyboard and screen).

2. Shut down the Mac, then turn it on while pressing and holding D.

3. The progress bar would appear on the screen, which indicates that your Mac is being assessed. This will take a few minutes.

4. If problems are identified, Apple Diagnostics will suggest solutions to your Network issues.

Solution 5:  Check for Malware

For all the Windows users, you can follow the given steps to carry out an antivirus scan to remove any sorts of malware:

1. Open the Start menu, type “Security,” and click the “Windows Security” shortcut to open it.

2. To perform an anti-malware scan, click “Virus & threat protection.”

3. Click “Quick Scan” to scan your system for malware. Windows Security will perform a scan and give you the results.

For all the Mac users, you need to have a third party Antivirus Software to perform a malware scan.

Solution 6:  Update Google Chrome

Both Windows and Mac users can follow the given steps to Update Google Chrome on their systems:

1. Open Chrome in your system.

2. At the top right, click on More.

3. Now click Update Google Chrome.

4. Finally click Relaunch.

Solution 7:  Try to open page in another browser

Try opening the page you want to access in a different browser. If it opens there, you can follow the other solutions that we have provided. If it does not open even on another browser, then you might be facing some internet connectivity issues.

Frequently Asked Question

Q1. Why is Google Chrome not opening in Windows 10?

Answer: It could be possible due to the following reasons:

1. There is some malware.
2. Cache files have piled up.
3. New update is facing a problem with your device compatibility.
4. You have too many tabs open.
5. You have a problem with the Internet Connection.
6. The Chrome browser is not enabled.
7. Google Chrome is not updated.
8. Your Windows version is not updated.

Q2. How to reset Google Chrome?

Answer: To reset Google Chrome, you can use the following steps:

1. On your computer, open Chrome.
2. At the top right, click on More.
3. At the bottom, click Advanced.
4. Linux,and Mac users from here can follow these steps:
5. Under “Reset Settings,” click Restore settings to their original defaults.
6. Now finally click on Reset Settings.
7. Windows users can follow these steps after Step 3:
8. Under “Reset and cleanup,” click Reset Settings.

Q3. Does my Chrome need to be updated?

Answer: Updating it decreases the chances of Chrome crashing or not opening in your systems. Also, updating it maintains the compatibility between the Operating System and the Chrome browser itself to perform smoothly.

Q4. How to update Google Chrome?

Answer: You can update Google Chrome in your systems using the following steps:

1. Open Chrome in your system.
2. At the top right, click on More.
3. Now click Update Google Chrome.
4. Finally click Relaunch.

Q5. How to fix Google Chrome not responding?

Answer: You can go through all the solutions that we have provided above to fix your issue of Chrome not responding.

Conclusion

We hope that this article has been helpful in providing solutions to your problem of Google Chrome not working on your computer. The solutions have been provided keeping in mind different users using different operating Systems. If you are still not able to solve the problem then you can connect with us via chat box at the bottom right or through the comment section below. We’ll try to help you solve the issues with your Browser.