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# macOS Installation

## 1. Confirm the chip type and download the installer

Open [official download page](https://cherryai.com.cn/download/v2). For Apple chips (M series), select **macOS · ARM64**; for Intel Macs, choose the **Intel chip** download option.

![the macOS Apple chip download option on Cherry Studio's official download page](https://3562065924-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F0Ut5BptC3t8CtSU1UWpM%2Fuploads%2FLQNWYQOvDTEl1xeIG7o0%2Fcherry-v2-download-macos-zh-cn.jpg?alt=media\&token=c0daa78f-c48f-43e8-83ff-665bf321ed02)

*The official website displays the Apple chip download option by default*

If you're unsure of the chip type, click the top-left corner of the screen ** → About This Mac** to check.

## 2. Install the app

1. Double-click to open the downloaded `.dmg` file;
2. Drag Cherry Studio to **Applications** folder;
3. Open Cherry Studio from the “Applications” folder.

## First launch prompt

If macOS blocks opening the app, first confirm the installer came from the official source, then go to “System Settings → Privacy & Security” and allow it to open as prompted. Do not disable system security protections or run terminal commands for installers from unknown sources.

## Next

After you see the Cherry Studio main interface, continue to complete the quick start.


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