To check for and apply updates to Chrome when it's managed by an organization, follow these steps within the Chrome browser itself:
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Reload Policies: In Chrome, go to
chrome://policy. This page displays the policies that your organization has set for your browser. To ensure you have the latest policies, click the "Reload policies" button at the top of the page. This forces Chrome to retrieve the most recent configurations. -
Check for Google Update Policies: After reloading, you'll see a list of policies. To easily identify policies without explicitly set values, check the "Show policies with no value set" box if you desire. Then, scroll through the list and locate the "Google Update Policies". These control how Chrome receives updates.
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Verify Policy Status and Values:
- For each update-related policy that your organization has configured, ensure the "Status" is "OK". Any other status may indicate a problem.
- Confirm that the "policy values" displayed on this page match what your organization intends to be enforced. If there's a discrepancy, contact your IT support for assistance.
In Summary: Access the chrome://policy page in Chrome, reload the policies, locate Google Update Policies, and verify their status and values. Contact your IT department if you encounter any issues or inconsistencies.
