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Django is installed using Python’s package manager, pip, after preparing Python and a virtual environment for the project. Developers usually install Django locally when building and testing applications, while VPS installations provide a dedicated environment for running Django projects online.<\/p>

The installation process depends on the environment where Django will run, but the core steps remain the same: preparing the required dependencies, creating an isolated Python environment, installing Django, and verifying that the framework is ready to use. Once installed, Django provides the tools needed to create, test, and deploy Python-based web applications.<\/p>

How to install Django locally<\/h2>

Installing Django locally involves preparing Python, creating a virtual environment, and using pip to install the Django framework<\/a> package. A local installation is the most common setup for developers who want to build and test Django applications before deploying them to a server.<\/p>

1. Check your Python installation<\/h3>

Django is a Python framework, so Python must be installed on your computer before setting up Django. Check whether Python is already available by running:<\/p>

python --version<\/pre>
If Python is installed correctly, the command returns the installed version. If it is missing, install the latest version from the official Python website before continuing.<\/p>
2. Verify that pip is available<\/h3>
pip is Python’s package manager and is used to install Django and other Python dependencies. Check that pip is installed by running:<\/p>
pip --version<\/pre>
A successful response shows the installed pip version and confirms that it is ready to use.<\/p>
3. Create a virtual environment<\/h3>
A virtual environment keeps Django and other project dependencies isolated from your system-wide Python installation. This makes it easier to manage multiple Django projects with different requirements.<\/p>
Create a virtual environment in Python by running:<\/p>
python -m venv myenv<\/pre>
Replace myenv<\/code> with any name you want to use for your environment.<\/p>
4. Activate the virtual environment<\/h3>
Before installing Django, activate the virtual environment you created.<\/p>
On Windows, run:<\/p>
myenv\\Scripts\\activate<\/pre>
On macOS or Linux, run:<\/p>
source myenv\/bin\/activate<\/pre>
Once activated, any Python packages you install will be added to this isolated environment.<\/p>
5. Install Django using pip<\/h3>
With the virtual environment active, install Django using pip:<\/p>
pip install django<\/pre>
pip downloads and installs the latest Django version along with any required dependencies.<\/p>
6. Verify the Django installation<\/h3>
After installation, confirm that Django is available by checking its version:<\/p>
django-admin --version<\/pre>
If the command returns a version number, Django has been installed successfully and is ready for use.<\/p>
How to install Django on a VPS<\/h2>
A VPS provides a remote server environment where you can host Django applications online. Installing Django on a VPS follows the same core process as a local setup, but requires additional server configuration, such as connecting through SSH and preparing the server environment.<\/p>
If you use a Hostinger VPS, you can either deploy Django using a preconfigured template or install it manually on a Linux server.<\/p>
Install Django using a Hostinger VPS template<\/h3>
Hostinger makes it easy to set up Django on your VPS using a dedicated template. This method simplifies the installation process, letting you avoid command-line setup while providing a stable and optimized environment for your Django application.<\/p>
To start, consider your project’s needs:<\/p>