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How do I remove a Python version I installed from python.org?

Short answer: Delete that version's folder in Applications and its folder in /Library/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions. Don't touch the Python that comes with Apple's developer tools.

The python.org installer puts each version in its own place. To remove one:

  1. Delete its folder in Applications (named after the version).
  2. Delete its version folder inside /Library/Frameworks/Python.framework/Versions (your administrator password is needed).

Leave the Python that came with Apple's developer tools alone — macOS and other tools may rely on it. If you also installed Python through Homebrew or a version manager, remove those with their own commands instead (version managers).

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