Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac
Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac is the fastest, easiest, and most powerful solution for running Windows® applications on a Mac—without rebooting. Easily switch between Mac and Windows apps. Powerful performance lets you run Windows applications, like Microsoft Office, without compromise. Now includes Parallels Toolbox, making it easy to perform dozens of essential daily tasks on your Mac.
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Run Windows and Mac apps side by side
Choose your view to make Windows invisible while still using its applications, or keep the familiar Windows background and controls on your Mac.
Now Supporting Windows 10 and macOS
Run Windows 10 and macOS with ease.
Use Microsoft Cortana®, your virtual assistant, on your Mac.
Switch from your PC to your Mac We make it easy to get all of your files, applications, browser bookmarks, and more from your PC to your Mac; just follow the setup assistant.
Robust Performance
Parallels Desktop Pro Edition gives your virtual machines more processing power. Up to 64 GB vRAM and 16 vCPUs per virtual machine lets you run even the most demanding applications.
Not just for Windows
Run a wide array of operating systems including OS X, Windows 10, 8.1 & 7, Linux, and Google ChromeTM. You can run just about anything on your Mac!
Works with Boot Camp®
Reuse your existing Boot Camp installation. Converting a virtual machine from Boot Camp is much easier and more intuitive than ever.
One-click tuning
Select productivity, games, design, or development, and Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac will optimize your virtual machine settings and performance for you.