2025 · Security updates
Download macOS Tahoe 26
The release that introduced the Liquid Glass design and switched macOS to year-based version numbers. It's the last version of macOS for Intel Macs.
- Version
- 26
- Released
- 15 September 2025
- Latest build
- 26.7.1
- Processors
- Apple silicon & Intel
How to get macOS Tahoe 26
Software Update
On a Mac running Sequoia or earlier, Tahoe may appear under System Settings › General › Software Update as an upgrade. Apple doesn't publish an App Store listing for Tahoe.
Full installer via Terminal
Downloads “Install macOS Tahoe” to Applications. Run softwareupdate --list-full-installers first to see which builds are on offer.
softwareupdate --fetch-full-installer --full-installer-version 26.7.1Compatible Macs
All Macs with Apple silicon, plus four Intel models: MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020) and Mac Pro (2019).
Apple's full compatibility list for macOS Tahoe 26
Not sure which Mac you have? See which macOS your Mac can run.
Make a bootable USB installer
Once Install macOS Tahoe.app is in your Applications folder, plug in a USB drive named MyVolume (it will be erased) and run:
sudo /Applications/Install\ macOS\ Tahoe.app/Contents/Resources/createinstallmedia --volume /Volumes/MyVolumeFull walkthrough: How to create a bootable macOS USB installer.
What's new in macOS Tahoe
- Liquid Glass redesign across the system
- Version numbers jump from 15 to 26 to match Apple's other platforms
- Phone app arrives on the Mac, plus a redesigned Spotlight
- Last macOS release for Intel-based Macs
Questions
Can I still download macOS Tahoe 26 from Apple?
Yes. Apple still offers macOS Tahoe 26 for free. The download methods above all link to Apple's own servers or the Mac App Store.
What is the latest version of macOS Tahoe 26?
The final or latest build is 26.7.1, according to Apple's version list.
Which Macs can run macOS Tahoe 26?
All Macs with Apple silicon, plus four Intel models: MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019), MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports), iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020) and Mac Pro (2019).