How to Change the Startup and Home Page on Google Chrome

Key Takeaways

• You may update configurations like the Startup and Home pages from the Chrome settings.
• The steps are similar for Windows and Mac devices.
• You can’t change the home page for iPhone and iPad in Chrome.

How to Change the Startup Page on Google Chrome

The Google logo and a search bar are the first things you’ll see when you open the Chrome browser. You can change it to something else, such as your Facebook page, email inbox, or any frequently visited website. Here’s how to change the startup page on Google Chrome for desktop:

Step 1: Launch the Chrome browser.

Step 2: Click on the vertical ellipsis at the top-right corner and click Settings.

Step 3: On the left of the Settings page, click On Start-up to launch a list of options.

Step 4: Choose any of the three options for your Chrome startup preference.

Step 5: When you click Open a specific page or set of pages, you can Add a new page or Use current pages.

Step 6: When you click on Add a new page, a dialog box should request the URL of the page you want to add.

Step 7: Click Add to save your changes.

Google Chrome doesn’t offer an option to change the startup page on its mobile app version. Usually, the Google Chrome app continues from the existing pages upon launch. However, you can always change the home page using an Android phone or tablet. Check the next section to find out how.

How to Change the Home Page on Google Chrome

You can set up a Home page on your Google Chrome. This page is linked to a Home button next to the refresh button near the address bar. Once you click the Home button, it should take you to a New tab screen by default. However, changing the setup means the button redirects you to your preferred screen.

On Desktop

Step 1: Launch Chrome.

Step 2: Click on the vertical ellipsis at the top-right corner and click Settings.

Step 3: On the left, click Appearance to launch a list of options.

Step 4: Enable the toggle for Show home button.

Step 5: Under the Show home button option, provide the website address you want to open.

Google Chrome saves your choice automatically. Go back to any of the tabs on your browser, and you will find the Home button. Click this button, and Chrome will redirect you to your preferred website.

On Android

Step 1: Launch Chrome from your device’s home screen.

Step 2: Tap on the horizontal ellipsis at the top of the page, scroll down, and tap Settings.

Step 3: Under the Advanced menu, tap Homepage and add the URL of your preferred homepage, or choose Chrome’s homepage.

Note: You cannot change the home page for iPhone and iPad in Chrome.