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How to Install Docker on macOS
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How to Install Docker on macOS

Complete guide to install Docker Engine on macOS. Covers Docker CE installation, post-install steps, Docker Compose, and verification.

Luca Berton

Β· The Production AI Expert

Published Β·1 min read

Here is how to install Docker on macOS in 2026.

Option 1: Docker Desktop

Download from https://www.docker.com/products/docker-desktop/

Note: Paid subscription required for large companies.

Option 2: Colima (Free)

brew install colima docker docker-compose
colima start --cpu 4 --memory 8
docker run hello-world

Option 3: Podman Desktop

brew install podman
podman machine init && podman machine start
alias docker=podman

Verify

docker --version
docker compose version
docker run hello-world

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