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Android System WebView Beta
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The Android WebView is a pre-installed system component created by Google that enables Android apps to showcase web content. The Beta version undergoes weekly updates.

Which channel do I want?

Like Chrome, WebView has four release channels:

Stable channel

- Installed and updated by default on every Android device with WebView

- Fully tested; least likely to crash or have other major bugs

- Updated every 2-3 weeks with minor releases, and every 6 weeks with major releases

Beta channel

- Available on Android 7 (Nougat) and later

- Tested before release, but not as extensively as stable

- One major update ahead of stable, minor updates every week

Dev channel

- Publicly available on Android 7 (Nougat) and later

- Two major updates ahead of stable, representing what is actively being developed

- Updated once per week

- Minimally tested

Canary build

- Available on Android 7 (Nougat) and later

- Released daily

- Includes the latest code changes from the previous day

- Has not been tested or used

If you're looking for a specific of version of chromium, the latest versions released to each channel can be found on Chromium Dash. WebView and Chrome for Android always release together on all OS levels.

On Android 7 (Nougat) and later, you can install multiple channels at the same time. This allows you to play with our latest code, while still keeping a tested version of WebView around.

How do I try a pre-release channel?

Steps depend on your version of Android:

Android 10 and later (Q, R, etc.) - Beta channel

We offer a new streamlined experience for joining the WebView Beta channel (if you want to opt into Dev or Canary, or you are interested in using WebView DevTools to try experimental WebView features, skip to the next section).

The easiest way to start testing WebView Beta is to opt into the experience on the Google Play Store.

1. Join the beta tester program on Google Play.

2. On your device, update Android System WebView in the Play Store.

3. When the Play Store finishes updating, you will be using WebView Beta!

Returning to stable WebView

1. Leave the tester program.

2. Uninstall all updates by visiting Settings > Apps > Android System WebView > Three dots menu in the top right > Uninstall updates.

3. Visit the Play Store page one more time to install the latest updates to WebView stable, which will include important security fixes.

Android 10 and later (Q, R, etc.) - Dev and Canary channel

Dev and Canary channels must be downloaded and installed as separate apps, but only one must be chosen to provide the system's WebView implementation at any given time.

WebView pre-release channels are independent of Chrome in Android 10 and later. Chrome can no longer be used as a WebView implementation in Android 10 and later.

1. Download a pre-release channel of WebView from the play store, available here:

- WebView Beta may be installed either through this method or through the streamlined approach mentioned above. Installing through this method will automatically install WebView DevTools.

- WebView Dev

- WebView Canary

2. Follow the steps to enable Android's developer options menu

3. Choose Developer Options > WebView implementation (see figure)

Android System WebView Beta

4. Choose the channel that you would like to use for WebView

5. Bonus: you'll also now see an icon for your chosen WebView channel in the list of apps. You can use this app to report bugs, toggle experimental features, and much more! See the WebView DevTools user guide for more details.

Returning to stable WebView

1. To return to WebView stable, select “Android System WebView” again in the WebView implementation menu

Android 7 through 9 (Nougat/Oreo/Pie)

Pre-release channels must be downloaded and installed as separate apps, but only one must be chosen to provide the system's WebView implementation at any given time.

1. Download a pre-release channel of Chrome from the play store, available here:

- Chrome Beta

- Chrome Dev

- Chrome Canary

2. Follow the steps to enable Android's developer options menu

3. Choose Developer Options > WebView implementation (see figure)

Android System WebView Beta

4. Choose the Chrome channel that you would like to use for WebView

Returning to stable WebView

1. To return to WebView stable, select Chrome again in the WebView implementation menu

Android Auto and Android TV

Only one installation of WebView is allowed, but users can opt to receive the latest beta updates from the Play Store.

1. Join the beta tester program on Google Play.

2. On your device, update Android System WebView in the Play Store.

3. When the Play Store finishes updating, you will be using WebView Beta!

4. Bonus: you'll also now see the “WebView Beta” icon in your list of apps. You can use this app to report bugs, toggle experimental features, and much more! See the WebView DevTools user guide for more details.

Returning to stable WebView

1. Leave the tester program.

2. Uninstall all updates by visiting Settings > Apps > Android System WebView > Three dots menu in the top right > Uninstall updates.

3. Visit the Play Store page one more time to install the latest updates to WebView stable, which will include important security fixes.

Android 5 or 6 (Lollipop/Marshmallow)

We no longer support devices running Android 5 or 6. Devices on these old OS versions can still update to the last supported WebView release but will not be able to install further updates.

Android 4.4 (KitKat) or earlier

WebView does not receive updates on these versions of Android, so the pre-release channels of WebView are not available.

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  • Version132.0.6834.33
  • UpdateDec 05, 2024
  • DeveloperGoogle LLC
  • CategoryTools
  • Requires AndroidAndroid 10+
  • Downloads819K+
  • Package Namecom.google.android.webview.beta
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  • Ali B
    Ali B

    The update just won't launch. It's been stuck on "pending" for over an hour, even after trying at least three times.

  • Damien Wright
    Damien Wright

    So, here's what happened: every time I try to type something on the computer, the Internet just gives up and crashes. And get this – I haven't made any changes to anything at all!

  • coen cramer
    coen cramer

    I tried setting it up, but I can't make it the main service. Any thoughts on what I might be doing wrong? It seems like the system keeps removing it.

  • laoiseog
    laoiseog

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  • Dani Cain
    Dani Cain

    The Android web view, working together with Chrome on Android, is a real sight to see. It looks just marvelous! When both apps get updated and you keep your tabs closed, the web view keeps everything running super smooth and fast. Plus, it keeps your browsing safe like no other option out there. And hey, it's not a shocker since it's made and taken care of by the top UI/UE developer team in the world. Just had to point that out! 🤓

  • Kimberly Bloom
    Kimberly Bloom

    I also experienced the same issue with Google. I downloaded this app and it solved all my problems! You just have to switch from the old app to this one when it prompts you to change providers.

  • Bong Luna
    Bong Luna

    Oh no, this app is causing my phone to crash. Certain apps won't open since it was updated on my mobile device.

  • Mark Burchard
    Mark Burchard

    I am extremely grateful for this new version of the app. Switching to it has truly saved my games and apps from crashing caused by the previously labeled "stable" webview updates.

  • Phil Cochetti
    Phil Cochetti

    Okay, so you know how sometimes the latest webview won't install on your phone, right? Well, there's this other install that can work when that happens. The thing is, even with this alternate install, some services might still not work correctly. This workaround basically lets you go back to using an older version of the app that used to work on your phone. For me, I'm way back at version 80 while the newest one is in the 90s already. I have a Samsung Galaxy S10+. It's a bummer because my phone was still pretty new when all this stopped working.

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  • Name: Android System WebView Beta
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