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Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful solution for running Windows applications on a Mac. Easily switch between Mac and Windows apps. Powerful performance lets you run applications such as Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, SQL Server, PowerBI, AutoCAD, MetaTrader, and thousands more - without compromise.

Follow these three easy steps to get your personal, not-for-resale copy of Parallels Desktop, and unleash the ultimate Mac experience:
Step 1:
Learn about the solution
 
Step 2:
Pass the quiz
 
Step 3:
Register
Step 1:
Learn about the solution

Offer Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac to customers that are switching from PC to Mac, as well as to those who need Windows, Linux, or older versions of macOS. Parallels Desktop 19 allows your customers to seamlessly run Windows on Mac, and protects their investment in Windows software. It also avoids the need for them to look for alternatives in the Mac App Store.

What's new in Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac:

We've supercharged running Windows on Mac. Discover new features in your favorite software, boost your productivity, and transform your Windows experience.

  • Standard
    The innovations continue with Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac. Experience the most advanced and reliable virtual computer inside your Mac, complete with a refreshed design. Enjoy an enhanced experience optimized for macOS Sonoma 14 with improved animation smoothness in Coherence mode and a richer macOS virtual machine experience on Apple silicon Macs.
  • Pro
    Experience optimal performance on Macs with Apple Silicon and more. The latest release introduces a new option for Linux VM on Apple silicon to use Rosetta for running x86-64 binaries, supports Docker for running x86-64 containers in Arm-based Linux VM, and offers compatibility with the Packer tool for automating CI/CD workflows. It also includes CentOS 9 Stream and an updated set of Linux distributions, including Ubuntu 22.04.2, Fedora 38, and Debian 12.
  • Business
    Superpower your business with a Microsoft-authorized solution for running Windows 11 Enterprise on Mac computers with Apple silicon. Enjoy improved support for the enrollment of Windows 11 in Microsoft Intune for centralized Windows management in the organization.

Next Generation

Optimized for Windows 11 and macOS Sonoma, Parallels Desktop automatically stays up to date so you can keep working without interruption—even when a new macOS, Windows, or Linux release pops up.

Work Smarter

Run classic Intel-based (x86) Windows apps on your M series Mac. With more than 200,000 Windows-only apps supported, we have you covered.

Support for macOS Sonoma

Parallels Desktop supports macOS Sonoma 14(when released), macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12, macOS Big Sur 11, macOS Catalina 10.15, and macOS Mojave 10.14.

Run more professional Windows software on your Mac with extended support for OpenGL up to version 4.1, including ArcGIS CityEngine 2023, Vectorworks Vision 2023, VariCAD, Deswik.CAD, and more.

Run CentOS 9 Stream on Apple silicon Mac computers with the new version of Parallels Desktop, as well as an updated set of ready-to-go Linux distributions, including Ubuntu 22.04.2, Fedora 38, Debian 12, and more.

Use your Mac Touch ID for Windows sign-in. Simple and secure.

Experience the enhanced macOS virtual machine on Apple silicon with macOS Sonoma upgrade. Use dynamic resolution, keyboard shortcuts, and trackpad gestures to scroll and zoom.

Powerful new features introduced for Apple M series chips

The Parallels Desktop experience on a Mac with Apple M series chips just got remarkably more powerful and seamless:

Easy to Set Up

Parallels Desktop 19 makes it easier to set up your virtual machines. Download, install, and configure Windows 11 with two clicks. Free ready-to-use Linux systems can also be downloaded to your Mac.

Windows Performance

With Parallels Desktop you can use a high-performing Windows application like Run Visual Studio, SolidWorks, Autodesk, and other resource-intensive apps on your Mac. No need to turn to a PC to run Windows apps.

Increase Productivity

Parallels Desktop deeply integrates Windows with your Mac so you can seamlessly move and share clipboard content, files, folders, and images between your Mac and Windows. Coherence mode will help you focus by hiding the Windows desktop so you can use Windows apps just like Mac apps.

Support for recent Linux releases

This version delivers support for recent Linux releases, including Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, Fedora 36, CentOS Linux 9 Stream, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9, Kali Linux 2022.2, and more.

Boot Linux ARM VM via network

Linux users can now enjoy using NetBoot with a Linux ARM64 virtual machine (on Mac computers with an Apple M series chip).

New Pro and Business Edition Features

Business:

Superpower your business with a Microsoft-authorized solution for running Windows 11 Enterprise on Mac computers with Apple silicon, improving support for the enrollment of Windows 11 in Microsoft Intune for centralized Windows management in the organization.

Business:

Improved support for the enrollment of Windows 11 in Microsoft Intune for centralized Windows management in the organization.

Pro:

Experience optimal performance on Macs with Apple Silicon and more. The latest release introduces a new option for Linux VM on Apple silicon to use Rosetta for running x86-64 binaries, supports Docker for running x86-64 containers in Arm-based Linux VM, and offers compatibility with the Packer tool for automating CI/CD workflows. It also includes CentOS 9 Stream and an updated set of Linux distributions, including Ubuntu 22.04.2, Fedora 38, and Debian 12.

Pro:

Additional enhanced features for macOS virtual machines on Apple silicon include support for VM suspend and resume, dynamic resolution adjustment, syncing keyboard layout with Mac hardware, and multitouch gestures with Trackpad.

Benefits:

Grant your customers peace of mind when switching from PC to Mac by ensuring their PC software investments are protected and they can continue to use their Windows applications, settings, peripherals, and printers on Mac. Yes
When customers leave your store with the ability to run Windows on their Mac, you maintain the ability to sell Windows software to them in the future. Yes
Additional services can be offered, such as PC to Mac migration services that move not only documents and files, but the complete Windows environment. Yes

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Easy Set-up

Parallels Desktop automatically detects what you need to get started so you are up and running within minutes! If you need Windows, you'll be prompted to download and install Windows 11 or use your Boot Camp installation if you have an Intel-based Mac. You may also migrate your Windows PC* or Linux, like Ubuntu (Intel-based Mac computers only).

Excel for Windows running natively on your Mac

Lightning Fast

Graphic and resource-hungry Windows applications run effortlessly without slowing down your Mac. Run applications such as Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, SQL Server, PowerBI, AutoCAD, MetaTrader, and thousands more. Play your favorite classic Windows-only games on a Mac.

Run Cortana with a single click.

Fast, Powerful and Easy

Whether you need to run Windows programs that don't have Mac versions, or you are making the switch from PC to Mac and need to transfer your data, Parallels Desktop has you covered.

Quick Look works on both the Mac desktop and Windows desktop.

Seamless

Use Windows side-by-side with macOS (no restarting required) on your MacBook, MacBook Pro, iMac, iMac Pro, Mac mini or Mac Pro. Share files and folders, copy and paste images and text and drag and drop files and content between Mac and Windows applications.

Run both Mac and Windows Seamlessly

System Requirement for Parallels Desktop 19

Processor Any Apple silicon chip
Intel Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Intel Core M or Xeon processor
Memory 4 GB of RAM
Storage 600 MB for Parallels Desktop application installation.
Graphics Apple M2, M2 Pro, M2 Max, M2 Ultra, M1, M1 Pro, M1 Max and M1 Ultra chips
Intel, AMD Radeon, or NVIDIA graphics cards
Operating System macOS Sonoma 14.0 or newer
macOS Ventura 13.2 or newer
macOS Monterey 12.6 or newer
macOS Big Sur 11.7 or newer
macOS Catalina 10.15.7 or newer
macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or newer
Internet connection is required for product activation, updates and select features.
 
Step 2:
Pass the quiz

Once you complete the quiz, we will send you instructions for your free, personal, not-for-resale copy of Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac.

  • Question 1

    Why is Boot Camp not the ideal solution for your customers?

    Correct. Parallels Desktop allows you to seamlessly run Windows and macOS side-by-side, copy & paste or drag & drop files between them, and use the swipe gesture to move between full-screen Windows and macOS.
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  • Question 2

    True or False: Parallels Desktop can only run Windows on a Mac.

    Correct. With Parallels Desktop, customers can run virtually every popular operating system on their Mac. It even allows you to install and test the developer or public beta version of macOS Monterey before it is released!
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  • Question 3

    Parallels Desktop helps you transfer your PC files to Mac. What kind of files can you migrate?

    Correct. Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac migrates your entire PC: all programs, files, and user settings, including browser favorites.
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  • Question 4

    You already own a Mac and don't need to run Windows applications, why should you still consider using Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac?

    Correct! All of the above. With Parallels Desktop you can run demanding Windows games on your Mac, you can develop for all major operating systems, and you can run a beta macOS inside your current macOS to safely test a new build.
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Step 3:
Register

Once you have completed the registration, we will verify that you are working with one of our Parallels authorized resellers. Upon verification, which can take up to 10 business days (using a company email address will speed this up), you will receive an email containing a download link and an activation key for your personal, not-for-resale version of Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac. The license is issued and registered to the name and address provided. Please note that resold activation keys will be terminated without further notice, and you will be permanently expelled from this program. Your activation key will allow you to upgrade your existing copy of Parallels Desktop, or activate a new copy of Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac. All NFR licenses granted under this program are time-limited.

Parallels will notify you before the license expires and offer you the opportunity to re-qualify for a new license.

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