Check & update your Android version
You can see your device's Android version number and security update level in your Settings app. You'll get notifications when updates are available for you. You can also check for updates.
See which Android version you have
- Open your device's Settings app
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- Near the bottom, tap System
Advanced
- See your 'Android version' and 'Security patch level'.
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Advanced Get the latest Android updates available for you
When you get an update notification, open it and tap the update action.
If you cleared your notification or your device has been offline:
- Open your device's Settings app
- Near the bottom, tap System
- You'll see your update status. Follow any steps on the screen.
When you'll get Android updates
Update schedules vary by device, manufacturer and mobile operator.
- If you have a Pixel phone or Nexus device, learn when you’ll get updates.
- If you have another Android device, contact your manufacturer or operator for info.
Note: Older devices can’t always run newer Android versions.
Fix an updating issue
If you see a 'not enough space available' notification, learn how to free up storage on:
Let the update automatically try again
If an update starts downloading and doesn't finish, your device will automatically try again over the next few days.
When it tries again, you'll get a notification. Open the notification and tap the update action.
Update Android version for security updates
To get the latest security update available for your device, make sure that you have the latest Android version available for your device.
Pixel phones
Pixel phones install downloaded Android updates in the background. The installed updates become active the next time that you restart your phone. Learn how to restart a Pixel phone.
Other Android devices
Many Android phones and tablets automatically restart while they install downloaded Android updates. The updates become active when installation finishes.