How to fix
STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION error on Google Chrome
on Windows

Hello. I have the problem with Google Chrome that Aw snap error. It states that STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION is a reason why the issue occurs. I cannot use the browser or access anything. It disappears and then comes up again. I don't know what to do. Can you help me with this error?

STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION error on Google Chrome is a pretty common browser problem that users with stable versions of the application encounter. It can be seen on different browsers too, but Chrome is more reported.[ref en-1] Google Chrome is a demanding browser by default, so it works well on various machines. But event those machines with 32GB of RAM get the issue, so requirements of memory shouldn't be the reason. 

Particular causes for such Aw Snap Chrome errors can differ, but the main issue is that the crash of the web browser prevents users from using the machine properly. It is not related to particular programs or the machine type because the error appears on macOS, Windows machines, laptops, and PCs. However, it commonly happens on the browser with a few extensions related to adware[ref en-2] behavior and when the site visited is having advertising campaigns.

The Aw, Snap! Error Code STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION issue is sometimes related to profiles, browser settings, or extensions and tools recently added to the browser. You might want to check this compatibility issue and find possible problems with the system by checking it with [d1]. This program can locate and repair issues related to affected files and system data.

Refreshing the page after the crash can be a quick solution, but the issue with these errors is the reason for the inconvenience that needs to get fixed. Reoccurring issues with OS problems and other common errors like update bugs can lead to similar crashes.[ref en-3] However, you need to fix the STATUS_ACCESS_VIOLATION error on Google Chrome, and if the quick solutions do not help, follow further steps.

1. Update the Google Chrome

You can check for updates on Chrome itself. Open chrome://settings in the URL bar and click on About Chrome and let it check for updates, and download them automatically.

2. Rename the executable file

1. Right-click on the Google Chrome icon on the desktop.
2. Select Open file location command.
   

   

   
   
3. In the location, find the chrome.exe file and rename it to anything else.
   

   

4. Reopen the browser and check the problematic website.

3. Switch to a stable version

• Open the Run box by pressing Win and R keys.
  

  

• Type appwiz.cpl and hit OK or Enter.
• Select Chrome Canary in the Control Panel.
• Click on Uninstall to remove the unstable version of Chrome.
  

  

• Download the latest version of the browser.
• Install the latest stable version.
• Check if the issue occurs.
• NOTE: if you use the already stable version, try the Beta, or the Canary builds.

4. Disable extensions

• Launch the browser on the computer.
• Click on three dots for options.
• Go on the More Tools and select the Extensions tab.
  

  

• You will see all your installed browser extensions.
  

  

• Toggle OFF the button to disable all installed extensions or remove them fully.

5. Reset the Google Chrome

• Open the browser.
• Click on Menu and select Settings.
• Scroll down to choose Advanced.
• Locate Reset and clean up section.
• Click Restore settings to their original defaults.
• Confirm by choosing the Reset settings.