# How to fix when Google Chrome is not working
* Before you start searching in chrome make sure you’re using updated version of chrome
* A corrupted cache can ruin your experience of using Google Chrome smoothly so you can clear the cache. You should also clear the browsing history.
* If you have done any task on your firewall make sure that it's not blocking the chrome.
* It is also possible that something was corrupted, or some settings caused a problem so you can reset chrome to default.
* If it seems like nothing works in that case you can reinstall the chrome but it’s not necessary to go that far.
* If you are still facing a google chrome not working issue you can run the troubleshooter to reset your google chrome settings.
* To find out more ways to [fix google chrome not working](https://sites.google.com/view/gooogle-chrrome-not-working/home) issue you may need to contact Google chrome support.
# Fix Google Chrome not working issue on Windows
**It can be frustrating when Google Chrome is not working on windows there are so many solutions that may resolve the issue:**
* If you’re using an outdated version of Google Chrome you might face a bad experience.
* If your Google Chrome is not working on your Windows computer then you should try to restart your computer then try again if chrome is working or not, If not then try another solution.
* You need to press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open the Task manager. If you see Google chrome there it means Google chrome is already running in background which causes Google Chrome not working issue when you click on shortcut of chrome.
* It’s recommended to rub a Malware or Antivirus scan with third party antivirus software in case when your Google Chrome is not working issue caused by any malware or virus.
* You can also run Windows in-built file scanner to check and fix corrupt files this should help you.
# Fix Google Chrome not working issue on Android
* You can reopen your Android handset to fix the Google Chrome not working issue.
* You can close all background applications which may fix Google chrome not working issues.
* You should try to Uninstall and reinstall Google chrome after installing it again. Your issue should be resolved if not then move on to the next fixing step.
* You have to remove third party unsafe applications. Sometimes third party unsafe applications cause some apps not working.