How to Install XAMPP on Mac | Install XAMPP on MacOS (2024)

How to Install XAMPP on Mac | Install XAMPP on MacOS (M1, M2, M3, MacBook Pro, MacBook Air)

XAMPP is a powerful tool that simplifies the process of setting up a local development environment for web development on your Mac. Whether you're a web developer, designer, or hobbyist, installing XAMPP on your Mac allows you to create and test dynamic web applications locally before deploying them to a live server. In this comprehensive tutorial, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of installing XAMPP on MacOS, including support for the latest M1, M2, and M3 chips found in MacBook Pro and MacBook Air models.

Follow these straightforward steps to install XAMPP on your Mac:

1. **Download XAMPP Installer:**
- Click on the "Download" button to download the XAMPP installer for Mac.

2. **Run XAMPP Installer:**
- Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded XAMPP installer file in your Downloads folder or the location where your browser saves files.
- Double-click on the XAMPP installer file to launch the installation process.

3. **Begin Installation:**
- In the XAMPP installer window, you may be prompted to confirm that you want to open the application downloaded from the internet. Click on "Open" to proceed.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to begin the installation process. You may be asked to enter your administrator password to authorize the installation.

4. **Select Components:**
- During the installation process, you'll be presented with a list of components to install. By default, Apache, MySQL, and PHP are selected.
- Review the components and ensure that they meet your requirements. You can also select additional components if needed.

5. **Choose Installation Location:**
- Next, choose the destination where you want to install XAMPP on your Mac. The default installation location is usually in the "Applications" folder.

6. **Complete Installation:**
- Once you've selected the components and installation location, click on the "Install" button to begin the installation process.
- Wait for the installation to complete. This may take a few minutes depending on your system's performance.

7. **Launch XAMPP Control Panel:**
- After the installation is finished, locate and open the XAMPP Control Panel from your Applications folder or Launchpad.
- Use the XAMPP Control Panel to start and stop the Apache and MySQL servers, as well as manage other components.

8. **Verify Installation:**

By following these simple steps, you can easily install XAMPP on your Mac, providing you with a local development environment for building and testing web applications. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced developer, XAMPP simplifies the setup process and allows you to focus on coding and creating without worrying about server configuration.

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[tyystunna]

this video was so helpful. clear, concise, and thorough. 10/10. you've helped me out plenty the day before my presentation.

[ngochunglongnguyen]

Thanks very much. The instruction is very clear and short.

[TrinhDuyAnh-ebzi]

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[sallieubangura]

Thanks a lot

May Allah bless you sir

[iAmSelectaSupa]

Hi, worked. but I can't get imagick to load???

[ashanlakshitha]

After double click in xampp setup..it displayed msg "xampp osx 8.2.4 0 installer" can not opened because the developer can not be verified. What should i do for that error

[imgeorgechou]

How to connect mssql by xampp on Mac ? Really need u help

[brytonsalinas]

it didnt help.. anyone got a way thatll work?

[JoJo-rdqr]

I can't start MySQL Database. Does anyone know how to fix

[Tina-zhrw]

@ashanlakshitha5368
Allow XAMPP Installation on macOS
Open System Preferences:

Click the Apple logo > System Preferences.
Go to Security & Privacy:

Click on Security & Privacy.
Unlock Preferences:

Click the lock icon, enter your admin username and password.
Allow the Application:

Under the General tab, click Open Anyway next to the XAMPP installer message.
Confirm to Open:

When prompted, click Open again.

[HemantLogs]

xampp-osx-8.2.4-0-installer” cannot be opened because the developer cannot be verified.

[giao]

im not able to run the Apache, any solution?🥹🥹