What’s new in Chrome 147 stable release?

Tighter iframe permissions, autoplay blocks, Web Printing API debut, plus 40 security fixes.

Does Chrome 147 break my website?

Possibly — if you lean on cross-origin cookies or auto-playing media. Test in beta channels now.

Is the Web Printing API available on other browsers?

Not yet. Chrome leads; Firefox and Safari trail with partial Print API support.

Chrome 147 Drops: Permission Locks and a Fresh Web Printing API

Over 3 billion Chrome users just got version 147, complete with permission clamps and a Web Printing API that could redefine browser-to-printer handshakes. But those 'refinements' smell like Google's latest squeeze on web freedoms.

theAIcatchup Apr 08, 2026 3 min read

Chrome 147 stable release announcement with permission prompts and printing API demo

⚡ Key Takeaways

Chrome 147 enforces stricter permissions on iframes and autoplay, impacting embed-heavy sites. 𝕏
New Web Printing API enables precise client-side print control, a boon for devs ditching PDFs. 𝕏
Security patches fix 40+ vulnerabilities; expect a more locked-down browsing experience. 𝕏

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