Last Updated : 12 Jul, 2025
The first step towards learning Python is to install it on your system. Whether you're using Windows, macOS, or Linux, this guide walks you through the process of downloading and installing the latest Python 3 version.
In this guide, we'll cover each step required to get Python up and running on your machine, no matter the operating system you're using.
To understand how to download and install Python, you need to know what Python is and where it is installed in your system. Let's look at few points:
Step 1: Download Python for WindowsNote: The below process of downloading and installing Python in Windows works for both of the Windows 10 as well as Windows 11.
After installing Python, we can launch the Python Shell by searching for "IDLE" in the "Start" menu and clicking on it.
Python ShellHow to Install Python on MacOSFor a more detailed guide on how to install Python on windows, visit: Stepwise guide to Install Python on Windows
Installing Python on macOS can be done via Homebrew, a popular package manager for macOS.
Step 1: Install Python Using Homebrewinstall Python Brew Step 2: Verify the Installationbrew install python3
Once the installation is complete, we can check the version of Python installed by using the following command:
Python3 versionpython3 --version
To run Python Shell on MacOs type "python3" terminal (you can search it using Spotlight) and press enter.
How to Install Python on LinuxFor a more detailed guide on how to install Python on MacOs, visit: Stepwise guide to Install Python on Mac
Most Linux distributions come with Python pre-installed. If you're running Linux and want to check if Python is installed:
Step 1: Check for Python Installation$ python --version
If Python 3 is installed, you'll see something like:
Python 3.x.x
If by any chance, Python is not pre-installed, we can install it by using the following steps:
Step 2: Install or Upgrade Python on LinuxTo install the latest version of Python (e.g., Python 3.13), follow these steps:
sudo apt install software-properties-common -y
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:deadsnakes/ppa
sudo apt update
sudo apt install python3.13
To verify the installation, run the following command:
Check Python Version Running Python Shell on Linuxpython3.13 --version
To launch Python Shell on linux, open the terminal using "Ctrl + Alt + T" and then type "python3" and press enter.
We also have a complete Python3 Tutorial designed to learn Python 3 at all levels, from beginners to advanced. Also checkout our comprehensive Python course takes you through the fundamental concepts of Python 3 and gradually progresses to more advanced topics.
For a more detailed guide on how to install Python on Linux, visit: Stepwise guide to Install Python on Linux
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