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title: Get Docker Desktop 
keywords: concepts, container, docker desktop
description: This concept page will teach you download Docker Desktop and install it on Windows, Mac, and Linux
summary: |
  Getting Docker Desktop up and running is the first crucial step for
  developers diving into containerization, offering a seamless and
  user-friendly interface for managing Docker containers. Docker Desktop
  simplifies the process of building, sharing, and running applications in
  containers, ensuring consistency across different environments.
weight: 1
aliases:
 - /getting-started/get-docker-desktop/
---

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## Explanation

Docker Desktop is the all-in-one package to build images, run containers, and so much more.
This guide will walk you through the installation process, enabling you to experience Docker Desktop firsthand.


> **Docker Desktop terms**
>
> Commercial use of Docker Desktop in larger enterprises (more than 250
> employees OR more than $10 million USD in annual revenue) requires a [paid subscription](https://www.docker.com/pricing/?_gl=1*1nyypal*_ga*MTYxMTUxMzkzOS4xNjgzNTM0MTcw*_ga_XJWPQMJYHQ*MTcxNjk4MzU4Mi4xMjE2LjEuMTcxNjk4MzkzNS4xNy4wLjA.).

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  title="Docker Desktop for Mac"
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  title="Docker Desktop for Windows"
  description="[Download](https://desktop.docker.com/win/main/amd64/Docker%20Desktop%20Installer.exe?utm_source=docker&utm_medium=webreferral&utm_campaign=docs-driven-download-windows) | [Install instructions](/desktop/setup/install/windows-install)"
  icon="/icons/Windows.svg" >}}

{{< card
  title="Docker Desktop for Linux"
  description="[Install instructions](/desktop/setup/install/linux/)"
  icon="/icons/Linux.svg" >}}
</div>

Once it's installed, complete the setup process and you're all set to run a Docker container.