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If you're still using your Mac from almost a decade ago, and Google Chrome is your browser of choice, Google may have some bad news for you.
Google Chrome is finally sunsetting support for macOS 12 Monterey later this year. According to the official support page, Chrome 150 will be the last version of Chrome to support macOS 12, which first rolled out in October 2021.
So, from Chrome 151 onward (currently tentatively scheduled for release on July 28, 2026), you’ll need a machine running macOS 13 Ventura or later to continue receiving updates. Failing to make the jump could result in you missing out on new Chrome features and security updates.
Unfortunately, upgrading to macOS 13 Ventura isn’t an option for many people. As AppleInsider notes, Apple iMacs older than the 2017 model, as well as MacBook Airs made before 2018 and MacBook Pros made before 2017, can’t be upgraded to the newer OS.
Meanwhile, Mac mini desktops older than 2018 or MacBooks from before 2016 are also unable to make the jump to macOS Ventura. If in doubt about whether your device can be updated, head to Apple’s support page.
You’ll still be able to open Chrome on macOS 12 after Chrome 150, but without regular security patches, this could increase the risk posed by new vulnerabilities. But if you have a modern enough Mac to make the change, head to System Settings > General > Software Update, and click Upgrade Now to install macOS 13 Ventura.
Users who can't or don't want to make the upgrade always have the option to switch to other browsers, though long-term support for legacy OSes isn't guaranteed. Mozilla's Firefox plans to stop issuing security updates for macOS 10.12 (Sierra), macOS 10.13 (High Sierra), and macOS 10.14 (Mojave), all released between 2016 and 2018, in February 2026.
The latest version of Apple's OS is macOS 26 Tahoe (it jumped to 26 across its operating systems last year to better align with the upcoming year). The oldest devices supported by macOS Tahoe are the 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro and the Mac Pro.