How to Update Chromecast Firmware to the Latest Version

Updating the Chromecast firmware is essential to remove minor bugs on the device and get security updates. It also increases the performance of the device to some extent. You can update your Chromecast device automatically by rebooting it with the help of the Google Home app. Or, you can force update it by using a Windows or Mac.

Note – While updating, your Chromecast will not be available for Cast. The following methods apply to all the versions of Chromecast.

Things to Consider While Updating Chromecast

• The status of the update process can be viewed on the TV where Chromecast is connected.
• The LED on the Chromecast will blink at the time of the update.
• The update will take up to 10 minutes to complete. If it takes much longer than expected, use the LED status to check if the device is updating or not.
• If needed, reboot the Chromecast by unplugging it from the power source. Wait a minute and plug it back in to update the device automatically.

Check Chromecast Firmware /Software Version

First of all, you must check whether your Chromecast has received any updates or not. For that, you must find the current firmware version of your Chromecast. You can find that easily by installing the Google Home app on your Android or iOS device.

(1) Connect your Android/iOS and Chromecast device to the same Wi-Fi network.

(2) Launch the Google Home app and select your Chromecast device.

(3) Tap the Settings icon located at the top left corner of the screen.

(4) Scroll down to the bottom, and you will find the firmware version under the Information section.

(5) Note down the firmware version.

(6) Now, visit Google’s Chromecast support website on your web browser.

(7) On that page, you will have the latest firmware version for all the Chromecast devices. Compare it with your device’s firmware version. If your device has any updates, you can update it by following the below-mentioned methods.

How to Update Google Chromecast Firmware Automatically

(1) With your Chromecast and Android/iOS device connected to the same Wi-Fi network, launch the Google Home app.

(2) Select your Chromecast device and tap the Settings icon.

(3) Tap the three-dot menu icon located at the top left corner of the screen.

(4) Select the Reboot menu.

(5) Selecting the Reboot menu will restart your Chromecast device automatically.

(6) The reboot process will automatically download and install the latest firmware on your device. The update process will show on the Chromecast-connected TV screen.

(7) After the update, you can use the Chromecast device to cast the content from the supported apps.

How to Force Update Chromecast Firmware

To update Chromecast firmware manually, you must find the IP address of your Chromecast. With that IP address, you can use Windows, Mac, or Linux devices to update the Chromecast firmware.

Note – If you’re using a VPN on a desktop/laptop, disable it. Otherwise, you will receive an error while updating the Chromecast.

Find the IP address of Chromecast

(1) Launch the Google Home app on Android or iPhone.

(2) Select your Chromecast device and tap the Settings icon.

(3) Under the information section, you will have the IP address for your Chromecast. Note it down.

Update Chromecast using Windows

(1) Connect your Windows and Chromecast device to the same Wi-Fi network.

(2) Launch the Windows Powershell.

(3) Enter the following address without any error. Instead of [IP ADDRESS], type the IP address you noted earlier.

Invoke-WebRequest -Method Post -ContentType “application / json” -Body ‘{“params”: “ota foreground”}’ -Uri “http: // [IP ADDRESS]: 8008 / setup / reboot” -Verbose -UserAgent ” curl “

(4) Press the Enter key to update the Chromecast firmware. The updating process will take some time to finish. Till then, don’t close the Windows Powershell.

Update Chromecast using Mac or Linux

(1) Ensure that your Mac/Linux device and Chromecast dongle are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.

(2) Launch the terminal on Mac/Linux and type the following command

curl -X POST -H “Content-Type: application/json” -d ‘{“params”: “ota foreground”}’ http://[IP ADDRESS]8008/setup/reboot -v

*replace [IP ADDRESS] with the IP address you noted earlier.

(3) Press Enter and wait for Chromecast to update.

(4) Wait until you receive the “Process completed” message on the terminal screen. Till then, don’t close the app.

Troubleshooting Chromecast Not Updating Issue

If you had any issues while updating the Chromecast device, fix them by

• Restart your Chromecast device.
• Ensure that you’re using the latest version of the Google Home app on your smartphone.
• Also, make sure that there is no issue with the internet connection.
• If you’re using Windows or Mac to update the streaming device, restart your Computer and then try again.
• If the error repeats, reset your Chromecast with the button provided on the device.

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