No update should be ventured into with operating systems or software without first ensuring your data is backed up in two separate places. Slowing down of your Mac should not lead you to assume an update will fix everything. First isolate why your Mac is slowing down or crashing before installing anything new. Apple includes many full upgrade. Learn how to install software updates on your Mac as soon as they're available, so you always have the latest macOS features and security enhancements.
How Do I Update My Mac Operating System For Free
- From the Apple menu in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences.
- Click Software Update.
- Click Update Now or Upgrade Now:
- Update Now installs the latest updates for the currently installed version. Find out more about macOS Big Sur updates, for example.
- Upgrade Now installs a major new version with a new name, such as macOS Big Sur. Find out more about the latest macOS upgrade or about old versions of macOS that are still available.
If you're having difficulty finding or installing updates:
How Can I Update My Mac Operating System
- If Software Update says that your Mac is up to date, then macOS and all of the apps it installs are up to date, including Safari, Messages, Mail, Music, Photos, FaceTime, Calendar and Books.
- If you want to update apps that were downloaded from the App Store, use the App Store to get updates.
- If you want to update your iOS device, find out how to update iPhone, iPad or iPod touch.
- If your Mac doesn't include Software Update, use the App Store to get updates.
- If an error occurred while installing an update or upgrade, find out how to resolve installation issues.