Microsoft .NET 11.0.100 for Mac

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Updated Aug 1, 2026

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Microsoft .NET is a free developer platform from Microsoft for building many kinds of software, from web apps and cloud services to desktop and mobile apps. The Mac package gives you the .NET SDK, which bundles the command line tools, libraries and runtimes you need to create, build and run .NET apps on macOS. It is aimed at developers who write in languages such as C# and F#, whether they are learning the platform, building a personal project or shipping production services from a Mac.

Key Features

• Complete SDK with command line tools to create, build and run apps
• Support for C#, F# and Visual Basic projects
• Build web apps and services with ASP.NET Core
• Use .NET MAUI to target macOS, Windows, iOS and Android from one codebase
• Includes both the .NET runtime and the ASP.NET Core runtime

How to Download

1. Use the download button on this page, or open the official download page: Download from the official site
2. Choose the .NET 11 SDK installer for macOS that matches your Mac, Arm64 for Apple silicon or x64 for Intel.
3. Run the installer, then open Terminal and type dotnet to confirm the tools are ready.

FAQs

What is the difference between the SDK and the runtime?

The runtime only runs finished apps. The SDK includes the runtime plus the tools and libraries you need to build apps, so developers should install the SDK.

Is .NET free to use?

Yes. .NET is free and open source, and there are no license fees for building or shipping apps with it, including commercial apps.

Do I need Visual Studio to use .NET on a Mac?

No. The SDK works on its own from the command line, and many developers pair it with a code editor such as Visual Studio Code.