Update Python — Mac

Install it with:

brew install pyenv (if using zsh, the default on macOS):

/bin/bash -c "$(curl -fsSL https://raw.githubusercontent.com/Homebrew/install/HEAD/install.sh)" update python mac

brew install python@3.12 Homebrew installs Python to /opt/homebrew/bin/python3 (Apple Silicon) or /usr/local/bin/python3 (Intel). After installing, check the version again:

python3 --version or

python3 --version You should see the new version number (e.g., Python 3.12.2 ).

brew update brew upgrade python To install a specific Python version (e.g., 3.12): Install it with: brew install pyenv (if using

Choose the method that fits your workflow, and you’ll always have a modern, secure Python on your Mac.