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Azure Data Studio

Q: How do I uninstall Azure Data Studio?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask azure-data-studio`. Homebrew will remove Azure Data Studio and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

Q: How do I update Azure Data Studio to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask azure-data-studio` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

Data management tool that enables working with SQL Server

For Mac

Official website

Free + paid plans

CategorySystem Utilities

PlatformmacOS

InstallationHomebrew

Version1.52.0Catalog version

PublishedJanuary 1, 2026•UpdatedAugust 10, 2026

What is Azure Data Studio?

Data management tool that enables working with SQL Server

Install with Homebrew

brew install --cask azure-data-studio

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How to Install Azure Data Studio on Mac

Follow these steps to install Azure Data Studio using Homebrew, the most popular package manager for macOS. This works on both Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) and Intel Macs.

1
Open Terminal
Launch Terminal from your Applications > Utilities folder, or press Cmd + Space and type "Terminal".
2
Install Homebrew
If you don't have Homebrew yet, paste the install script from brew.sh into Terminal and follow the prompts.
3
Run brew install --cask azure-data-studio
Paste the following command into Terminal and press Enter:
brew install --cask azure-data-studio
4
Verify Installation
Run `brew list` to confirm azure-data-studio is installed, then try `azure-data-studio --version` to check the version number.
5
Launch Azure Data Studio
Run `azure-data-studio` in your Terminal to start using it.

Troubleshooting

• If you see a permission error, try prefixing the command with sudo.
• If Homebrew can't find the package, run brew update first to refresh the package list.
• On Apple Silicon Macs, make sure Homebrew is installed at /opt/homebrew (the default for M-series chips).

Key Features

Easy installation via Homebrew

Regular updates and maintenance

Free to use

Professional support available

Pros

Simple one-command installation
Well-maintained and regularly updated
Completely free to use

Cons

Requires Homebrew to be installed
macOS only

Frequently Asked Questions about Azure Data Studio

How do I install Azure Data Studio on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run brew install --cask azure-data-studio. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run azure-data-studio from Terminal.

Is Azure Data Studio free?

Yes, Azure Data Studio is completely free to use.

How do I uninstall Azure Data Studio?

Open Terminal and run brew uninstall --cask azure-data-studio. Homebrew will remove Azure Data Studio and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running brew list.

What are alternatives to Azure Data Studio?

There are several system utilities apps available for macOS. Browse the System Utilities category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

How do I update Azure Data Studio to the latest version?

Run brew upgrade --cask azure-data-studio in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run brew outdated to check if an update is available.

Does Azure Data Studio work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, Azure Data Studio can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.