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Windows usersClickHouse runs natively on Linux and macOS. On Windows, run these steps inside the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL).

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Install ClickHouse using the ClickHouse CLI

The ClickHouse CLI (clickhousectl) helps you install and manage local ClickHouse versions, launch servers, and run queries.
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Install the ClickHouse CLI

A chctl alias is also created automatically for convenience.
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Install ClickHouse

Install the latest version of ClickHouse:
You can also install a specific version:
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Start clickhouse-server

The server runs in the background. To verify it’s running:
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Start clickhouse-client

You will see something like this:
You’re now ready to start sending SQL commands to ClickHouse!
The Quick Start walks you through the steps for creating tables and inserting data.
Last modified on June 19, 2026