Download macOS Monterey 12 Beta Profile

Back up your Mac

Skip this step if you already backed up your device.

Please note that you are about to install beta software. Always back up your data and files before installing beta versions of macOS. If you have multiple Mac computers, we strongly recommend installing on a secondary system. Backing up files on a Mac is easy with Time Machine, the built-in backup utility.

Enroll your Mac

Download Apple's official macOS Developer Beta Access Utility below, run the installer, and just follow the on screen steps.

Download the macOS beta

After you’ve completed enrollment, you will be prompted to download and install the macOS beta from Software Update in System Preferences. Click Upgrade Now to get the release. If a beta is not available, you will receive a notification when it is released.

Install the macOS beta

After the macOS beta has finished downloading, the installer launches and guides you through the installation process.

Stay on the latest macOS beta

When a new developer beta is available, you’ll receive a notification from Software Update. You can install the beta from Software Update in System Preferences.

You can always unenroll from this beta program anytime you want, see instructions for each device at the Delete Profile page.

However, if you want to roll back to the previous stable version, you will probably need a macOS installer for the version you want to roll back to. There's also a Restore guide if you're interested.

Provide Feedback

The macOS beta comes with a built-in Feedback Assistant app that lets you send feedback directly to Apple whenever you come across an issue that needs addressing. You can launch Feedback Assistant from the Dock or by selecting 'Send Feedback' from the Help menu.