How to upgrade to macOS Ventura

macOS Ventura makes the things you do most on Mac even better, with powerful new ways to get more done, share and collaborate in your favorite apps, immerse yourself in next‑level games, and take full advantage of your other devices.

iMac and MacBook Pro with the new wallpaper from Ventura 

Check compatibility

MacBook Pro introduced in 2017 or later
MacBook Air introduced in 2018 or later
MacBook introduced in 2017 or later
Mac mini introduced in 2018 or later
iMac introduced in late 2017 or later
iMac Pro
Mac Studio
Mac Pro introduced in 2019 or later

See the full list of compatible Mac models

  

Back up your Mac

Before upgrading, it's a good idea to make a backup.

Back up your Mac with Time Machine

  

Use Software Update to get macOS Ventura

From the Apple menu  in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences, then click Software Update. When Software Update finds macOS Ventura, click Upgrade Now to install it.

Learn more, including what to do if Software Update isn't available, or your Mac doesn't have enough storage space to install macOS Ventura:

Update macOS on your Mac

  

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