{"id":13658,"date":"2024-11-07T06:05:15","date_gmt":"2024-11-07T06:05:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bodhost.com\/kb\/?p=13658"},"modified":"2026-02-26T14:02:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-26T14:02:09","slug":"how-to-check-python-version-in-linux-windows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bodhost.com\/kb\/how-to-check-python-version-in-linux-windows\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Check Python Version in Linux & Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"

Python is a versatile programming language, popular among developers, data scientists, and researchers. Its simplicity and extensive libraries make it ideal for web development, data analysis, AI, and machine learning.<\/p>\n

Why Check the Python Version?<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Checking your Python version ensures compatibility with libraries and projects. It helps avoid errors, makes sure you’re using the right version for development, and can help troubleshoot installation issues.<\/p>\n

How to Check Python Version<\/strong><\/h5>\n

1. Using Command Line<\/strong><\/p>\n

python --version\r\n# or\r\npython3 --version<\/pre>\n
This is the quickest way to check. Use `python3` if you specifically need to check Python 3.x version.<\/p>\n
2. Using Python Shell<\/strong><\/p>\n
import sys\r\nprint(sys.version) # Shows full version with build info\r\nprint(sys.version_info) # Shows version as structured tuple<\/pre>\n
This method gives you more detailed information, including build numbers and compilation details.<\/p>\n
3. Windows-Specific Commands<\/strong><\/p>\n
py --version # Shows default Python version\r\npy -0 # Lists ALL installed Python versions\r\npy -3 # Runs latest Python 3 version<\/pre>\n
The Python Launcher (`py`) in Windows makes it easy to manage multiple Python versions.<\/p>\n
4. Check Installation Location<\/strong><\/p>\n