The browser on a smartphone Huawei is your main tool for working with the Internet, and its outdated version can slow down page loading, block modern sites, or even create vulnerabilities for viruses. Unfortunately, many users are faced with a problem: standard update methods via Google Play do not work due to the lack of Google services on new models Huawei (for example, Mate 50 or P60 Pro). And old devices (like P30 Lite or Y7 Prime) sometimes “forget” to notify about updates.

In this guide we will look at 5 current ways to update your browser on Huawei - from standard ones (via AppGallery i Petal Search) to alternative ones (manual installation of APK or reset to factory settings). We will pay special attention to solutions for devices without Google Play, and we will also look at what to do if the update freezes or gives an error. All methods are free and do not require root access.

Before you begin, check the current version of your browser: open it, go to Menu → Settings → About the app. If the version is older than 2023, it’s definitely time to update it. For Huawei Browser the current version for 2026 is 13.0.5+ (for devices with HarmonyOS may differ).

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1. Update via AppGallery (for devices without Google Play)

If your Huawei works on EMUI 10+ or HarmonyOSthen instead Google Play the proprietary application store is used - AppGallery. Here browser updates Huawei Browser come automatically, but sometimes manual checking is required. Here's how to do it:

Open AppGallery (icon with a multi-colored triangle) and go to section My → Updates. If there is Huawei Browserin the list, click Update. If it is not there, try to find the browser through search (Magnifying glass at the top of the screen) and update manually.

  • 🔍 Search by name: enter “Huawei Browser” or “Huawei Browser.”
  • 📥 Download: if the button Update is inactive, check your Wi-Fi connection.
  • ⚙️ Auto-update: enable in the settings AppGallery option Auto-update via Wi-Fi.

⚠️ Attention: On some models (for example, Huawei Y6p) AppGallery may offer outdated versions of the browser. In In this case, proceed to method No. 3 (manual installation of APK).

Check your Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data)

Free up at least 200 MB of memory on your device

Close all background applications

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2. Update via Petal Search (an alternative to Google Play)

Petal Search is a search service from Huaweithat replaces Google Play on devices without Google services. Through it you can not only search for applications, but also update them, including the browser. Instructions:

  1. Open Petal Search (flower icon).
  2. In the search bar, enter “Huawei Browser” or the name of your browser (for example, Chrome or Firefox).
  3. Click on the result with mark Update (if available).
  4. Confirm the download and wait for installation.

If Petal Search offers to install the browser again (rather than update), delete the old version via Settings → Applications, then repeat the steps above. This is relevant for devices on HarmonyOS 2.0+, where the standard browser may conflict with the updated version.

⚠️ Attention: When installing the browser via Petal Search a warning may appear “Unknown source.” This is normal - confirm the installation, but only if you download the official version (check the name of the developer: for Huawei Browser this Huawei Internet Services).

Browser Available in Petal Search Requires removal of old version HarmonyOS support
Huawei Browser Yes No Yes
Google Chrome Yes (via APK) Yes Partly
Firefox Yes No Yes
Opera Yes No Yes

3. Manual update via APK file

If standard methods do not work, what remains is APK installation a file with the new version of the browser. This method is suitable for any models Huaweiincluding Nova 10, P Smart and even old ones Honor (before the separation of brands). It is important to download APK only from trusted sources to avoid viruses.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Open your browser and go to the official website:
    • For Huawei Browser: https://appgallery.huawei.com/app/C100954515 (download via AppGallery Web).
    • For Chrome: https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/chrome/ (select the latest stable version).
  • Download the APK file (size ~50–150 MB).
  • Before installation, go to Settings → Security → Unknown sources and allow installation for your browser.
  • Open the downloaded file and follow the instructions.

    • Critical: On devices with HarmonyOS 3.0+, you may need to disable the “Huawei Mobile Services” protection before installing the APK. To do this. go to Settings → Applications → Manage applications → Three dots → Special access → Install unknown applications and enable permission for the file manager.

    What to do if the APK is not installed?

    If the "Application is not installed" error appears when installing the APK, try:

    1. Delete the old version of the browser through Settings → Applications.

    2. Restart the phone.

    3. Download another APK. version (for example, instead of Chrome Beta take a stable one).

    4. Check if there is enough memory on the device (you need at least 500 MB of free space).

    4. Update via Google Play (for older models with Google services)

    If your Huawei was released before 2019 (for example, P20 Pro, Mate 10), it most likely still has Google Play. In this case, updating the browser is as simple as possible:

    1. Open Google Play Market.
    2. Click on the profile icon in the upper right corner and select Manage applications and device.
    3. Go to tab Updates available.
    4. Find your browser in the list (for example, Chrome or Huawei Browser) and click Update.

    If the browser is not in the list updates, try to find it through the search. For example, for Chrome you may need to update yourself Google Play - to do this, download the latest version Google Play Services from the site apkmirror.com.

    ⚠️ Attention: On some firmware EMUI (for example, EMUI 9.1) Google Play may block updates for system applications. In this case, only manual installation of APK will help (method No. 3).

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    If after updating via Google Play the browser begins to slow down, clear its cache: Settings → Applications → Browser → Memory → Clear the cache.

    5. Resetting the browser settings (if the update does not help)

    Sometimes even after updating the browser does not work correctly: pages do not load, errors like ERR_CONNECTION_RESET or NET::ERR_CLEARTEXT_NOT_PERMITTEDwill appear. In this case, it will help. data-i="183">to factory settings without deleting account data. resetting browser settings to factory settings without deleting account data.

    How to reset settings (for example Huawei Browser):

    1. Open the browser and go to Menu (three dots) → Settings.
    2. Scroll down and select Advanced → Reset settings.
    3. Confirm the action. The browser will restart with standard settings.

      4. For Google Chrome the path is different: Settings → System → Reset settings. After the reset, you may need to sign in to your Google account again.

      ⚠️ Attention: Resetting settings will delete saved passwords, history and bookmarks if they are not synced with the account Huawei ID or Google. Before the procedure, export your bookmarks: to Huawei Browser this is done through Settings → Import/Export.

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      Resetting browser settings is an extreme measure. Before this, try clearing the cache and application data through Settings → Applications.

      6. Solving errors when updating the browser

      When updating the browser on Huawei users often encounter typical errors. Let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them:

      • 🚫 Insufficient memory error:

        Free up space on your device (delete unnecessary files or transfer them to a memory card). To update the browser, you need a minimum 300–500 MB of free space.

      • 🔄 Error "Update stuck":

        Restart your phone, turn off the VPN (if you are using) and try again. If it doesn’t help, delete the browser and install it again.

      • 🛡️ Error “Installation blocked”:

        Go to Settings → Security → Unknown sources and allow installation for your browser or file manager.

      • 🌐 Error "No Internet connection":

        Check your network settings: disable Traffic saving mode in Settings → Mobile network.

      If after updating the browser is still unstable, check Android version compatibility:

      - For Android 10 (EMUI 10) and newer, any current version of the browser will do.

      - For Android 8/9 (EMUI 8/9) an older version may be required (for example, Chrome 90–100).

      - For HarmonyOS it is better to use Huawei Browser or Petal Browser.

      ⚠️ Attention: On some firmware Huawei (especially Chinese versions), system applications, including the browser, can block updates. In this case, only flashing the device to the global version of the software will help.

      FAQ: Frequently asked questions about updating the browser on Huawei

      Is it possible to update the browser on Huawei without the Internet?

      No, updating requires a network connection. However, you can download the APK file of the browser on another device, transfer it to Huawei via USB or Bluetooth, and then install it manually. Make sure that the APK version is compatible with. your model.

      Why did the browser become slower after the update?

      This may be due to:

      • Unoptimized new version for your processor (for example, on Kirin 710 new versions Chrome may slow down).
      • Conflict with other applications (try clearing the cache).
      • Background processes (close unnecessary tabs and applications).

    Solution: roll back to a previous version of the browser or try an alternative (for example, Firefox Focus for the weak devices).

    How to update the browser on Huawei with HarmonyOS?

    On HarmonyOS the browser is updated via AppGallery or Petal SearchIf standard Huawei Browser is not updated:

    1. Check for system updates in Settings → Software update.
    2. Remove the browser and reinstall it via AppGallery.
    3. Use Petal Browser —it is optimized for HarmonyOS.
    What to do if the browser does not update due to regional restrictions?

    On some models Huawei (especially Chinese assembly), updates may be blocked due to region. Solutions:

    • Use a VPN (for example, Petal VPN from Huawei) to access global servers AppGallery.
    • Change the region in your account Huawei ID (but this may disrupt the operation of some services).
    • Download the APK from an international site (for example, apkmirror.com).
    Is it possible to update the browser via a computer?

    Yes, for this:

    1. Connect Huawei to a PC via USB (in file transfer mode).
    2. Download the APK of the browser to your computer from an official source.
    3. Transfer the file to the phone's memory.
    4. Disconnect the phone, find the APK through the file manager and install it.

    For Huawei s HarmonyOS a app may be required Huawei HiSuite to transfer files.