Introduction
Python 3.13.10 has been released as the tenth maintenance update of the 3.13 series. This version includes around 300 bugfixes, build improvements, and documentation changes since Python 3.13.9. Whether you are upgrading an existing installation or installing Python for the first time, this guide will walk you through the process step by step.
What You Need
- A computer running Windows, macOS, or Linux
- Administrator or superuser privileges (for installation)
- A stable internet connection
- (Optional) An existing Python 3.13.x installation to upgrade from
- Your preferred web browser
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Check Your Current Python Version
If you already have Python installed, open a terminal or command prompt and run:
python --versionor (on some systems)
python3 --versionNote the output. If it shows Python 3.13.x, you are on the right track. If not, do not worry – this guide also works for fresh installs.
Step 2: Visit the Official Python Downloads Page
Go to Python 3.13.10 download page. This is the only official source for the release. The page lists available installers for various operating systems.
Step 3: Choose the Correct Installer for Your Operating System
Select the installer that matches your system:
- Windows: Choose the Windows installer (64-bit) (recommended) or Windows installer (32-bit) if you have an older system.
- macOS: Select the macOS 64-bit universal2 installer for modern Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
- Linux: Download the source tarball or use your package manager (e.g.,
apt,yum) if available. For most users, the source tarball is suitable.
Step 4: Download and Run the Installer
Once downloaded, double-click the installer file. Follow these common prompts:
- Windows: Check “Add Python to PATH” at the bottom of the setup window. Then click “Install Now”.
- macOS: The installer will guide you through a standard software installation. You may need to enter your password.
- Linux (source): Extract the tarball, open a terminal in the extracted folder, and run
./configure, thenmake, thensudo make install. Alternatively, use your package manager if a binary package is provided.
Step 5: Verify the Installation
After installation, open a new terminal or command prompt and run:
python --versionIf you see Python 3.13.10, the installation succeeded. For Linux users, you might need to use python3 instead.
Step 6: Explore What’s New
Take a moment to review the full changelog to understand the improvements and fixes in 3.13.10. The online documentation and PEP 719 (the 3.13 release schedule) are also valuable resources.
Tips & Additional Information
- Back up your projects before upgrading a production environment. Although maintenance releases are backward compatible, it is always safe to have a fallback.
- Report bugs if you encounter issues: CPython issue tracker.
- Support the Python community by donating directly or via GitHub Sponsors. Your contribution helps maintain the language.
- Join the volunteer effort – Python development relies on volunteers like the package managers (Thomas Wouters, Ned Deily, Steve Dower, Łukasz Langa) who made this release possible.