Parallels Desktop for Mac 16

This page covers an earlier release. Explore the current product version.

Run Windows on Mac

Run Windows applications on a Mac in a virtual machine with Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac. Use a virtual Windows environment alongside your Mac applications.

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 16 has you covered.

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 & drag and drop files between Mac and Windows applications.

Easy Set-Up

Parallels Desktop 16 automatically detects what you need to get started so you are up and going within minutes! If you need Windows, you’ll be prompted to Download and Install Windows 10 OR Choose your existing Windows, Linux, Ubuntu, or Boot Camp installation.

Lightning Fast

Graphic and resource-hungry Windows applications run effortlessly without slowing down your Mac. Run the most demanding applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Visual Studio, SketchUp or AutoDesk Revit.

Choose your View

Make Windows invisible while still using its applications in Coherence Mode, or if you’re new to Mac, you can set Windows to occupy your entire screen, so it looks just like it would if you were using a Windows PC.

Parallels Desktop 16 for Mac key features

Ultimate Flexibility

Works with OS X, Windows 10, 8.1, and 7, Linux, Unix and macOS Server. No more having to choose between PC or Mac.

Touch Bar

Add Windows applications to the Mac Touch Bar for instant access and customization.

Works with Boot Camp

Reuse your existing Boot Camp installation. Converting a virtual machine from Boot Camp is easy - just follow our installation assistant at startup.

One-Click Tuning

Select productivity, games, design, software testing or development, and Parallels Desktop 16 will optimize your VM settings and performance for you.

Office 365 Integration

Allows Word, Excel, or PowerPoint documents in Safari to open in their native Windows Office app.

Retina Display Support

Smart resizing and independent screen resolutions for separate displays.

Instant Access

Launch and access Windows applications right from the Mac Dock.

Save Disk Space

Get the most out of your Mac with automatic Disk Space optimization.

Volume License Key

Unified volume license key, centralized license management and advanced security features are available in Parallels Desktop 16 Business Edition.

Travel Mode

Extend battery life while away from a power source.

Parallels ToolboxBonus with Subscription!

Over 30 one-touch tools - clean your drive, take screenshots, download a video and more - all with just a single click.

Remote AccessBonus with Subscription

Remote access to your Mac from any iOS device, Android device or browser with Parallels Access.

24/7 Support

Premium 24/7 phone, email and social support after activation.