You can use this ID to read or write preferences via the defaults command: Example: defaults read com.google.Chrome
PayloadIdentifier com.google.Chrome PayloadType com.google.Chrome DefaultBrowserSettingEnabled Use code with caution. Copied to clipboard gb.macos.chrome
Usually found in /Applications/Google Chrome.app/Contents/Info.plist . Common Use Cases You can use this ID to read or
AppleScript and Shortcuts use this identifier to target Chrome specifically when multiple browsers are installed. Sample Configuration Profile Snippet (macOS) or Microsoft Intune
This ID is used by macOS to identify the application within the file system and by Mobile Device Management (MDM) solutions to push configuration profiles.
When using tools like Jamf, Kandji, or Microsoft Intune, you use the bundle ID to target Chrome for software updates or security restrictions (like disabling Incognito mode).