The Chromium browser is developed and maintained by Google. It has almost the same features as Google Chrome but does not send usage data back to Google. It also supports extensions, making it a solid privacy-friendly alternative for Ubuntu 24.04 users.
Many developers also use Chromium as the base for building new browsers — Microsoft Edge is a well-known example.
Quick answer
Run sudo snap install chromium for the fastest install. If you prefer APT, sudo apt install chromium-browser also works — it installs the Snap version automatically. Use Flatpak if you manage apps through Flathub, or open the App Center for a GUI install.
How to Install Chromium Web Browser on Ubuntu 24.04
Choose the method that fits your workflow:
| Method | Command | Auto-updates | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snap | sudo snap install chromium | Yes (snap refresh) | Recommended default |
| APT | sudo apt install chromium-browser | Via Snap | Installs Snap underneath |
| Flatpak | flatpak install flathub org.chromium.Chromium | Via flatpak update | Requires Flathub setup |
| App Center | GUI — search Chromium | Yes | Installs Snap version |
Method 1: Install Chromium Web Browser on Ubuntu 24.04 Using the Snap or Apt
Since Ubuntu 19.04, Chromium officially migrated to Snap. Using APT automatically installs the Snap version underneath:
sudo apt install chromium-browser
To upgrade Chromium via APT:
sudo apt upgrade chromium-browser
You can also install Chromium directly via Snap:
sudo snap install chromium
To update the Snap-based Chromium:
sudo snap refresh chromium
Method 2: Install Chromium Web Browser on Ubuntu 24.04 Using the App Center
Ubuntu 24.04’s App Center hosts Chromium. Open the App Center, search for chromium, and click the Install button:
Method 3: Install Chromium Web Browser Via the Flatpak
Flathub also includes Chromium. Follow these two steps:
Step 1: Add Flatpak Repository
Add the Flathub repository to enable Flatpak installs:
flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo
Install the Flathub runtime:
sudo flatpak install flathubStep 2: Install Chromium Web Browser
Install Chromium from Flathub:
flatpak install flathub org.chromium.Chromium
To update Chromium via Flatpak:
sudo flatpak update --app org.chromium.Chromium
To launch the Flatpak-based Chromium:
flatpak run org.chromium.Chromium
How to Uninstall Chromium Web Browser From Ubuntu 24.04
The removal command depends on how Chromium was installed:
| Install method | Remove command |
|---|---|
| Snap or APT | sudo snap remove chromium |
| Flatpak | flatpak remove org.chromium.Chromium |
| App Center | App Center > Manage > Chromium > three dots > Uninstall |
To remove Chromium installed via the App Center, open it, click Manage, select Chromium, click the three dots, and hit Uninstall:
