The package name is an unofficial identifier that does not belong to the official Google Chrome browser application for Android . The legitimate package name for the official Chrome browser is com.android.chrome . Identification and Safety
: Applications with modified package names like gb.android.chrome are often found on third-party APK hosting sites or distributed as "modded" versions. These can pose significant security risks, such as: gb.android.chrome
: You can use utility apps from the Play Store like "Package Name Viewer" to see the exact identifier of every app on your phone. The package name is an unofficial identifier that
While Android package names typically follow a reverse-DNS convention (e.g., com.company.product ), the use of "gb" instead of "com" is highly unusual for official products. These can pose significant security risks, such as:
: The Google Chrome app on Play Store is identified strictly by com.android.chrome .