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Download Parallels Desktop

Open your Downloads folder. Double click ‘Install Parallels Desktop’ to open the file.

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Download and install Windows

Have you license key handy, click "Free trial", or buy the product without leaving your Parallels Desktop setup.

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Download your favorite Windows apps

Switch between Windows and Mac apps seamlessly.

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What can Parallels Desktop do for you?

Use Windows as if it was created for Mac

Use Windows as if it was created for Mac

Use Mac keyboard layouts, display sound and mic, camera, Mac folders, iCloud, and more seamlessly, right in the Windows OS.

Thousands of apps, one device

Thousands of apps, one device

Run Windows apps side by side with your Mac OS. Use Microsoft Office, Autodesk and other CAD software, and play many Windows games — all with exceptional performance.

Simple set-up

Simple set-up

Parallels Desktop automatically detects what’s needed to get started. You'll be prompted to download and install the latest version of Windows. Everything will be up and running in just a few clicks.

Use Windows as if it was created for Mac

Develop and test software for any OS

Run Windows, Linux, and macOS virtual machines simultaneously for cross-platform development and testing. Connect Vagrant, Docker, and use rich CLI to automate your workflows.