How to Install / Upgrade: Python 3.14.5 release candidate
By Dillip Chowdary • Jul 21, 2026 • Source: Python Insider
Python Insider announced the Python 3.14.5 release candidate. This special release candidate changes the runtime environment by introducing a new (old) garbage collector.
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To install or upgrade to the Python 3.14.5 release candidate, download the release candidate package provided by Python Insider. Execute your system standard installation or upgrade procedures to install this Python 3.14.5 release candidate build.
Be cautious of gotchas when running a special release candidate containing the new (old) garbage collector. Verify the installation by checking that the active version reports Python 3.14.5 release candidate and testing your application code.
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