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Google to restrict Chrome Sync for outdated systems by 2025
New rules have been announced for the Chrome Sync service, an element of Chrome that allows passwords and other data to be synchronised between users' devices. Google intends to limit this option to regularly updated Chrome versions and exclude the oldest computers.
Google Chrome will stop syncing if you haven’t updated in a very long time
A new policy for Chrome Sync will see Google disable the functionality if you haven't updated your browser recently enough.
Chrome browser will stop syncing if your version is too old
Google is making a change to Chrome Sync that will affect users who haven't updated their browser in a while. Starting in early 2025, Chrome Sync will stop working on versions of Chrome that are more than four years old.
Say bye to synced tabs, passwords, settings on older Chrome versions
Chrome Sync is one of the best features of Google’s world-dominating web browser. The ability to switch between devices and maintain the same bookmarks, passwords, tabs, etc. is a godsend. Not to mention newer features like moving tabs between mobile and desktop.
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