# What Is ChromeGo and How to Use It: The Complete Guide to the bannedbook/fanqiang Proxy Bundle

> Discover ChromeGo a powerful censorship circumvention suite from bannedbook/fanqiang. Easily launch Chrome with pre-configured anti-blocking proxy tools like Clash and Xray for seamless internet access.

- Repository: [如何翻墙/fanqiang](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang)
- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-09-05

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**ChromeGo is a pre‑configured censorship‑circumvention suite from the `bannedbook/fanqiang` repository that bundles ten proxy tools—including Clash, Xray, and Sing‑Box—into a single 7z archive, enabling one‑click launching of Chrome with pre‑set anti‑blocking servers.**

ChromeGo (also marketed as *Chrome一键翻墙包*) provides a turnkey solution for Windows and macOS users who need immediate access to blocked internet resources. Rather than configuring individual proxy clients manually, users extract the archive and run a launcher script that automatically routes Chrome traffic through the selected protocol. According to the project source code, the bundle ships with free, frequently‑rotated servers maintained by the repository maintainers, eliminating the need for personal VPS setup or subscription fees.

## What Is ChromeGo?

ChromeGo is a compilation package distributed by the bannedbook/fanqiang project. It aggregates multiple open‑source proxy implementations into a unified directory structure, each pre‑populated with working server endpoints. The package targets users in regions with strict network filtering, offering a **no‑configuration** workflow: unzip, run the launcher, and browse.

The Windows distribution is packaged as `ChromeGo.7z`, while the macOS variant is named `ChromeGoMac.tar.gz`. Both versions follow the same architectural principle but contain platform‑specific binaries and shell scripts.

## Included Proxy Tools and Protocols

The archive contains ten distinct proxy engines, giving users redundancy if one protocol is blocked by their ISP:

- **Clash** – Rule‑based tunnel supporting Shadowsocks and VMess
- **Xray** – Core implementation of the VLESS and XTLS protocols
- **v2go** – Lightweight V2Ray build optimized for single‑file deployment
- **Hysteria** – QUIC‑based proxy designed for high‑latency networks
- **Hysteria2** – Updated revision with improved congestion control
- **Sing‑Box** – Universal proxy platform supporting multiple outbound types
- **NaïveProxy** – Chromium‑based transport that mimics regular HTTPS traffic
- **Psiphon** – VPN‑like tunnel using SSH and obfuscation layers
- **Quick** – Minimalist relay tool for rapid deployment

All configurations reside in their respective subdirectories within the extracted archive, allowing advanced users to edit JSON or YAML files before launching.

## System Requirements and Prerequisites

Before extracting ChromeGo, verify the following constraints documented in [`ChromeGo/README.md`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGo/README.md) and [`ChromeGoMac/README.md`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGoMac/README.md):

- **Operating System:** Windows 7/8/10/11 for the standard bundle; macOS for `ChromeGoMac`
- **Browser Dependency:** Google Chrome must be installed and accessible; the launcher invokes `chrome.exe` (Windows) or `/Applications/Google Chrome.app` (macOS) directly
- **Extraction Tool:** Windows users require 7‑Zip (`7z.exe`); the built‑in Windows extractor cannot handle the 7z format reliably
- **Path Restrictions:** Extract to a directory path containing **no Chinese characters or spaces** to prevent launcher script failures

## How to Use ChromeGo on Windows

### Download the Archive

Retrieve the latest release from the official mirror. The canonical URL referenced in [`ChromeGo/README.md`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGo/README.md) is:

```bash
curl -L -o ChromeGo.7z https://d1a.mygrok.top/ChromeGo.7z

```

### Extract with 7‑Zip

Use the command‑line or GUI version of 7‑Zip to unpack the archive. Avoid Windows Explorer’s native unzip utility to prevent corruption:

```bash
"C:\Program Files\7-Zip\7z.exe" x ChromeGo.7z -o"C:\Tools\ChromeGo"

```

Ensure the destination path (`C:\Tools\ChromeGo` in the example above) contains only ASCII characters and no spaces.

### Launch the Proxy

Navigate to the extracted folder and consult the **使用说明（必看）** file (mandatory reading) for protocol‑specific instructions. Then execute the launcher:

```bash
cd "C:\Tools\ChromeGo"
start ChromeGoLauncher.bat

```

The batch script `ChromeGoLauncher.bat` automatically selects an available proxy tool from the bundled set, configures the system proxy settings (or launches Chrome with command‑line proxy flags), and opens the browser. Traffic is immediately routed through the chosen tunnel.

## How to Use ChromeGoMac on macOS

### Download and Extract

For Apple Silicon or Intel Macs, download the tarball referenced in [`ChromeGoMac/README.md`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGoMac/README.md):

```bash
curl -L -o ChromeGoMac.tar.gz https://d1a.mygrok.top/ChromeGoMac.tar.gz
tar -zxvf ChromeGoMac.tar.gz
cd ChromeGoMac

```

### Run the macOS Launcher

Inside the directory, locate the usage guide (**使用说明（必看）**) and the shell script:

```bash
./ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh

```

[`ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh) performs the same function as its Windows counterpart: it detects Chrome, sets the appropriate proxy environment variables, and launches the browser through the selected protocol.

## Troubleshooting Common Issues

**Chrome.exe Not Found**
If the launcher reports “找不到 Chrome.exe” (Chrome.exe not found), verify that Google Chrome is installed in the default location. If the issue persists after installation, refer to GitHub issue **[#178](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/issues/178)** in the bannedbook/fanqiang repository for registry‑path workarounds and manual `chrome.exe` location flags.

**Extraction Failures**
When 7‑Zip reports corrupt or incomplete archives, download the file again using a stable connection. The project maintainers recommend the official 7‑Zip download page rather than third‑party unzip utilities.

**Protocol Connection Drops**
Because the bundled servers are free and publicly shared, individual nodes may become congested. Restart `ChromeGoLauncher.bat` or [`ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh) to cycle to a different proxy tool in the rotation, or manually edit the configuration files in the respective tool directories (e.g., [`Clash/config.yaml`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/Clash/config.yaml)) to select alternative endpoints.

## Summary

- ChromeGo is an all‑in‑one archive from `bannedbook/fanqiang` containing ten pre‑configured proxy tools for immediate circumvention use.
- The Windows bundle (`ChromeGo.7z`) requires 7‑Zip for extraction and invokes `ChromeGoLauncher.bat` to start Chrome through a proxy.
- The macOS variant (`ChromeGoMac.tar.gz`) uses [`ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh) to achieve the same on Apple systems.
- Both versions depend on Google Chrome being pre‑installed and require extraction paths free of Chinese characters or spaces.
- Users should consult the included **使用说明（必看）** documentation before running launchers.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What proxy protocols does ChromeGo support?

ChromeGo supports Shadowsocks, VMess, VLESS, XTLS, QUIC (Hysteria), NaïveProtocol, and Psiphon tunnels through its bundled clients. Each protocol is handled by a dedicated subdirectory containing pre‑configured binaries and JSON/YAML configs.

### Can I use ChromeGo if I don’t have Chrome installed?

No. The launcher scripts—`ChromeGoLauncher.bat` on Windows and [`ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGoMacLauncher.sh) on macOS—explicitly call `chrome.exe` or the macOS Chrome application bundle. If Chrome is missing, the script exits with an error; install Chrome first using the wiki link provided in [`ChromeGo/README.md`](https://github.com/bannedbook/fanqiang/blob/main/ChromeGo/README.md).

### Why does the Windows launcher fail when the path contains Chinese characters?

The batch files and underlying proxy executables rely on standard ASCII path parsing and environment variables. Chinese characters or spaces in the extraction directory can cause `7z.exe` path resolution errors or prevent `ChromeGoLauncher.bat` from locating configuration files. Always extract to a simple path like `C:\ChromeGo`.

### Is ChromeGo free to use?

Yes. The servers bundled inside ChromeGo are maintained by the bannedbook/fanqiang project contributors and provided at no cost. However, because they are public shared resources, speeds and availability may vary; users requiring guaranteed bandwidth should consider importing private server details into the included Clash or Sing‑Box configurations.