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Buy Parallels Desktop – use Windows programs directly on your Mac

Sooner or later, many Mac users face the same problem: the accounting software, an industry-specific program or a particular game is only available for Windows. Buying a second computer is a hassle. Parallels Desktop for Mac runs Windows in a virtual machine – alongside macOS, without restarting. If you wish, Windows applications appear like normal Mac windows, and you can move files between the two systems by drag and drop. At Lizenzindustrie you get Parallels as an instant download with the licence key by email.

The Parallels range at Lizenzindustrie

• Parallels Desktop 26 Standard: the current generation for home users and office work. In the shop for €139.90.
• Parallels Desktop 20 Standard: a proven version for everyday use with Office, banking or individual Windows tools, from €99.90.
• Parallels Desktop 20 Pro: more performance headroom for virtual machines and tools for developers and testers, for €109.90.
• Parallels Desktop 19 Standard: a more affordable previous version for older macOS installations, from €99.90.

You'll find more solutions for running virtual machines in the virtualisation category.

Standard or Pro – which edition do you need?

The Standard Edition is sufficient for most users: you run Windows and use Office programs, specialist software from your tax adviser or older Windows applications. The resources for the virtual machine are limited in Standard, but this is enough for typical office tasks.

The Pro Edition is aimed at developers, IT administrators and power users. It allows considerably more memory and processor cores per virtual machine and comes with features for software development and testing, such as integration with development environments. If you run several VMs at the same time or use computationally intensive programs, you're better off with Pro.

Important: Parallels itself does not include a Windows licence. You can get a suitable licence in our Windows 11 category. On Macs with an Apple Silicon chip (M1 and later), the ARM version of Windows 11 runs.

Why buy Parallels from Lizenzindustrie?

You receive the download and the licence key directly by email and can get started straight away. All products are legal licences from reputable sources. If you have questions about setting up the virtual machine or activation, our installation support will help you.

Frequently asked questions about Parallels Desktop

Does Parallels Desktop run on Macs with M1, M2 or M3?

Yes, current Parallels versions support Apple Silicon. There, you run the ARM version of Windows 11, which runs many x86 programs via emulation.

How long is my Parallels licence valid?

The term depends on the product – most offers are valid for one year. You'll find the exact term on the respective product page.

Can I install Parallels on several Macs?

One licence applies to one Mac. For each additional Mac, you need a separate licence.