How to download macOS Sequoia for MacBook Air upgrade?

Where can I get macOS Sequoia download to upgrade my MacBook Air?


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Original Title: macOS Sequoia upgrade

Posted on Jan 30, 2026 3:47 AM

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Jan 30, 2026 9:27 AM in response to Ellidqewfuiqtfoqwgv

Word of warning: If the MBA supports it, do the upgrade but beware MacOS upgrades nowadays are like iOS upgrades. Can go forward, never back, especially on 2020 Intel's. On those, downgrading can cause a loss of sync between the three OS installed: the main MacOS, RecoveryOS and BridgeOS that takes care of security. This can lead to irrecoverable failure.


Apple Silicon MBA's (M1, M2, etc.) are somewhat less risky (no BridgeOS needed), but I'd be wary of a downgrade anyway.


The learning curve for this while fiddling with Sequoia on a beloved 13" 2018 MBP cost me its complete loss.

How to download macOS Sequoia for MacBook Air upgrade?

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