Chrome browser launches on start up

Problem

How can you prevent Chrome browser to launch on device start up?

Environment

  • Chrome OS device

Solution

  1. In your Admin console.
  2. Navigate to Devices > Chrome > Apps & extensions > Users & Browsers.
  3. Click Additional settings.
  4. Select the OU you need to manage.
  5. Scroll down and look for Restore apps on startup.
  6. Set it to Restore apps and app windows after crash or reboot.

Cause

You need the users to use a different app on startup or want them to choose the app they need.