FACT SHEET | Parallels® Desktop for Mac Business Edition

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Parallels® Desktop for Mac Business Edition is a fast, easy, and powerful application designed to run Windows on Mac for professionals, educators, and businesses.

Industry-leading performance enables teams to run Windows applications on Intel or Apple silicon Mac computers.

Transparent licensing, multiple deployment options, and advanced administration deliver the most seamless and comprehensive solution.

For companies and organizations

Cost effective way to empower Mac users with Windows apps and cross-platform software development capabilities.

For IT teams

Provision Parallels Desktop, virtual machines and manage licenses at scale based on your requirements.

For managers

Enable your team with a trusted application, simplify onboarding and make sure everybody is using the same stack.

System Requirements

Windows or another operating system (not included)
Ready for macOS Sonoma (when released), macOS Ventura 13, macOS Monterey 12, macOS Big Sur 11*, macOS Catalina 10.15*, or macOS Mojave 10.14*
For a full list of requirements, visit parallels.com/requirements.

* On these operating systems, previous version of Parallels Desktop can be installed and activated with the Business Edition license.

Highlights	Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition	Parallels Desktop for Mac
Highly acclaimed solution for running more than 200,000 Windows applications on Mac.
Engaging in cross-platform development and testing with Windows, Linux, and macOS virtual machines.
Serving Mac users for over 17 years.
Supports both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
Easy to set up and simple to use with integrations for a seamless macOS experience: applications in the Dock, QuickLook in File Explorer, ability to open Mac files in Windows and more!
Deployment and Management – Designed with IT in Mind
Volume license key or activation with a corporate account using SSO/SAML.
Corporate virtual machine (VM) provisioning
New user setup via email invitation (optional)
Single Application mode for a streamlined user experience
Licensing Portal: monitor, deactivate, add administrators, and derive sublicense keys for satellite offices and departments
Business-class support with 24/7 priority phone and email access
Configurable software update options: decide whether to receive the latest updates, only minor updates, use a local update server, or disable updates altogether
Security and Data Protection
External USB device policies
Ability to restrict users from changing product settings
Ability to isolate virtual machine from Mac
Additional encryption of virtual disks
Create virtual machines with an expiration date
Smart card reader support in Windows

Parallels Desktop for Mac
Highly acclaimed solution for running more than 200,000 Windows applications on Mac.
Engaging in cross-platform development and testing with Windows, Linux, and macOS virtual machines.
Serving Mac users for over 17 years.
Supports both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
Easy to set up and simple to use with integrations for a seamless macOS experience: applications in the Dock, QuickLook in File Explorer, ability to open Mac files in Windows and more!

Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition
Highly acclaimed solution for running more than 200,000 Windows applications on Mac.
Engaging in cross-platform development and testing with Windows, Linux, and macOS virtual machines.
Serving Mac users for over 17 years.
Supports both Intel and Apple Silicon Macs.
Easy to set up and simple to use with integrations for a seamless macOS experience: applications in the Dock, QuickLook in File Explorer, ability to open Mac files in Windows and more!
Deployment and Management – Designed with IT in Mind
Volume license key or activation with a corporate account using SSO/SAML.
Corporate virtual machine (VM) provisioning
New user setup via email invitation (optional)
Single Application mode for a streamlined user experience
Licensing Portal: monitor, deactivate, add administrators, and derive sublicense keys for satellite offices and departments
Business-class support with 24/7 priority phone and email access
Configurable software update options: decide whether to receive the latest updates, only minor updates, use a local update server, or disable updates altogether
Security and Data Protection
External USB device policies
Ability to restrict users from changing product settings
Ability to isolate virtual machine from Mac
Additional encryption of virtual disks
Create virtual machines with an expiration date
Smart card reader support in Windows

Deliver Windows on Mac across your entire workforce

You can deliver access to business-critical applications on every Mac across your user base. Run business-critical applications without trade-offs—Microsoft Office, Visual Studio, Quicken, and QuickBooks for Windows, Internet Explorer mode in Microsoft Edge, SAP products, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, Autodesk products, and more!

Enable cross-platform development with Windows, Linux and macOS virtual machines. Parallels is ideal for any professional environment, including education, financial services, technology, consulting, and medical/healthcare.

Deliver Windows on Mac across your entire workforce

Mass deployment

Deploy Parallels Desktop and Windows with the same configuration across your entire organization — quickly and effortlessly.

License management

Use a volume license key or integrate with your identity provider and offer SSO based activation. Monitor and manage license usage using Business Account web portal.

Security and data protection

Encrypt virtual machines’ data, enforce external devices policies, restrict users from changing settings, or create virtual machines that lock once they’re expired.

Easy setup and use

A user-friendly interface and intuitive setup process is accessible to both technical and non-technical users.

Dedicated support

Access dedicated technical support for assistance with any issues or questions related to the software, ensuring a smooth and reliable user experience.

Impressive 3D acceleration

Powerful graphics acceleration capabilities ensure smooth performance for graphics-intensive applications, casual games, and visualizations.

Enhanced productivity

Boost productivity by running Windows applications alongside their macOS workflow, enabling seamless file sharing, drag-and-drop functionality, and integration with macOS features like Touch Bar and Retina display.

Ongoing updates and maintenance

Stay up to date and ensure compatibility with the latest macOS and Windows versions, providing access to new features and enhancements.

Trusted brand

With a reputation for reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, millions of customers have depended on Parallels for over 17 years.

On-device virtualization

Users can not only run Windows applications, but also other operating systems like Linux and macOS virtual machines, facilitating cross-platform development, testing, and collaboration. There is no need to reboot, use a separate PC, or rely on a fast and reliable internet connection. Create as many virtual machines as you need without extra costs and copy or share them as files.

Fast, Powerful and Easy

"Compared with competing products, Parallels Desktop is user-friendly, integrated into macOS in a better way, and easier to configure." — Jakob Tewes, Head of Technical Infrastructure Department, MaibornWolff

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