Parallels Company Profile

Parallels® is a global leader in cross-platform solutions, enabling businesses and individuals to access and use the applications and files they need on any device or operating system. Parallels helps customers leverage the best technology available, whether it’s Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android or the cloud.

Find the Parallels solution that works best for you

Parallels RAS

Simplified management of virtual apps and desktops.

Parallels Secure Workspace

Enables zero trust secure remote access to apps, desktops, and files from the browser.

Parallels DaaS

Seamless application and desktop streaming from the cloud, anytime, anywhere.

Parallels Browser Isolation

A secure way to access web applications, including Software as a Service (SaaS) and other cloud-based applications.

Parallels Desktop

A fast, easy and powerful application for running Windows on your Intel or Mac—all without rebooting. Includes 40+ one-touch tools to simplify everyday tasks on Mac and Windows.

Testimonials

"Parallels Secure Workspace makes us feel comfortable about what happens to our data. Because Parallels Secure Workspace works 100% through the browser, I know that I can make it available to everyone without fearing that the environment will be contaminated by what might be on the user’s device."

Peter Lemmens

IT Manager, Boeckmans

"Parallels Desktop is the easiest, fastest, and most tightly integrated app for running Windows apps or the Windows desktop in Apple OS X."

Edward Mendelson

PCMag.com

Parallels Company Profile

Parallels® is a global leader in cross-platform solutions, enabling businesses and individuals to access and use the applications and files they need on any device or operating system. Parallels helps customers leverage the best technology available, whether it’s Windows, Linux, macOS, iOS, Android or the cloud.

Find the Parallels solution that works best for you

Parallels RAS

Simplified management of virtual apps and desktops.

Parallels Secure Workspace

Enables zero trust secure remote access to apps, desktops, and files from the browser.

Parallels DaaS

Seamless application and desktop streaming from the cloud, anytime, anywhere.

Parallels Browser Isolation

A secure way to access web applications, including Software as a Service (SaaS) and other cloud-based applications.

Parallels Desktop

A fast, easy and powerful application for running Windows on your Intel or Mac—all without rebooting. Includes 40+ one-touch tools to simplify everyday tasks on Mac and Windows.

Testimonials

“Parallels Secure Workspace makes us feel comfortable about what happens to our data. Because Parallels Secure Workspace works 100% through the browser, I know that I can make it available to everyone without fearing that the environment will be contaminated by what might be on the user’s device.”

Peter Lemmens

IT Manager, Boeckmans

“Parallels Desktop is the easiest, fastest, and most tightly integrated app for running Windows apps or the Windows desktop in Apple OS X.”

Edward Mendelson

PCMag.com

Parallels® RAS (remote application server) is a flexible virtual application and desktop delivery solution that empowers organizations of all sizes to work securely from anywhere, on any device.

Why choose Parallels RAS

Flexibility

Deploy core components where best suited. Mix and match workloads: hybrid, on-premises, private cloud, public cloud including Azure Virtual Desktop and AWS.

User experience

Parallels RAS enables end users with the flexibility to work and collaborate in any remote environment while using their chosen devices.

Simplicity

Empower users with a simple digital workspace. Just one console for administration. Straightforward deployment and management.

Enhanced security

Exceptional end-to-end security and compliance measures are built directly into the Parallels RAS code. This ensures confidence in deployment confidence, regardless of configuration.

Total cost of ownership

All-in-one solution, with fast and effective onboarding and deployment times. Includes 24/7 support, free technical training, and simple licensing, all of which combine to help reduce costs.

Scalable, flexible architecture

What is Parallels RAS, and what are the key elements of its fundamental architecture setup? Additionally, what are the basic steps for deploying Parallels RAS?

Benefits of Parallels RAS architecture

Securely access server-based apps and desktops as well as local desktops from any browser on any device, anywhere.

Secure and compliant

Zero Trust security and audited access to all data and business assets.

Cost-effective

Save up to 81% on licenses and TCO compared to other solutions.

Fast deployment

Get up and running from scratch with record-breaking speed.

Freedom of choice

Work from anywhere, on any device, via any web browser.

How is Parallels Secure Workspace being used by companies worldwide?

Secure VPN replacement

Don’t rely on technology from the 90s for your organization’s cybersecurity. Enable your business to adopt a Zero Trust strategy that makes secure authentication the default, encrypts all traffic, and eliminates local access to data.

Secure layer above RDP

The gateway translates RDP and xRDP streams into HTML5, making them available via the browser on any device, anywhere without the need for RDP agents on these devices. And it goes even further by adding security, aggregation, and collaboration features.

Intra-network gateway

This bridge between production and general-purpose networks eliminates the need for complex firewall rules and jump servers. It enables granular user-authentication controls and performs a protocol switch that adds an extra layer of security against threats migrating between networks via a single NAT entry.

Contractor access

No need to buy and manage hardware for temporary staff or contractors. No need to spend time installing complex agents or clients on devices that are not under your control. Let your contractors work with your applications, desktops, and shared files via browser on their own devices. with complete security.

Remote work and BYOD

Enable remote work via a unified, browser-based workspace that allows users to securely access their applications and files from anywhere, on any device (including unmanaged devices). No need for managed installations while ensuring both flexibility for employees and reduced IT management overhead.

Simple, non-intrusive architecture

Parallels Secure Workspace integrates with your company’s existing architecture, and is deployable on various hypervisors in private, public, or hybrid cloud setups. It also integrates with your Active Directory (or LDAP, or external IdP) and servers running Microsoft RDP. Web applications and traditional file systems can be linked, including cloud storage like OneDrive. Users can access everything through Parallels Secure Workspace in a browser without any installation.

  • Simple gateway architecture

    ・Virtual appliance uses standard protocols (e.g., RDP, CIFS) to communicate to the backend, it’s easy to setup and manage
    ・Aggregates legacy RDP Apps and desktops, file servers, websites and SaaS

  • Lightweight and any cloud

    ・Virtual Appliance can run on as little as 1 Linux VM for up to 500 concurrent app sessions
    ・Available for all main hypervisors and public clouds
    ・All features run from the same product

  • Open architecture

    ・Easy to connect and leverage external services out of the box (e.g., MFA, printing, auto provisioning, etc.)
    ・Use the Open API for automation

  • Multi-tenant by design

    ・Service provider-ready with built-in multi-tenancy, even from one single VM deployment
    ・Stackable architecture — just add VM’s when more users are needed

A next-generation Desktop as a Service: seamless application and desktop streaming from the cloud, anytime, anywhere

What is Parallels DaaS?

Parallels DaaS is a cloud-native, Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) solution that offers users secure, instant access to their virtual applications and desktop environments.

Parallels DaaS can enhance the capabilities of existing cloud environments through its unique architecture that bolsters security and functionality. Additionally, it strips away the complexity of deploying, configuring, and maintaining an IT environment for IT administrators while offering an exceptional user experience from any device with a modern web-browser.

Quick, easy onboarding and management

Unparalleled speed with frictionless onboarding, removing the complexity surrounding user onboarding and profile management with a readily available service.

Uncomplicated cloud-native architecture

Built in the cloud, Parallels DaaS offers a more agile, cost-effective, and resilient solution by having access points closer to where data and users reside.

Fast and efficient resource scaling

Easily scale your desktop infrastructure up or down to meet changing demands and optimize costs.

Upleveled security and compliance

The distinctive architecture isolates the control and data layers, with our gateway service in your environment. Parallels manages control while your data stays with you, enhancing data security.

Adopting a cloud-first approach

Businesses are adopting cloud solutions to develop their IT environments, while reducing the need for on-site infrastructure, dedicated IT personnel, and frequent maintenance.

Move desktop environments to the cloud

Organizations that are currently utilizing on-premises virtual apps, desktops, and VDI solutions, plus those exploring digital transformation through cloud services.

Upgrade existing DaaS offerings

Replace existing DaaS environments with upleveled security functionality, flexible scaling, and better cost predictability to help with cost management.

IT environment without IT Specialists

Deliver a powerful but simplified remote desktop delivery solution without the need for IT specialists to manage the environment.

Parallels DaaS architecture

A unique architecture that enhances data security. User session data is always retained within the customer’s network through the Parallels Secure Gateway, which also resides on the customer environment. This helps ensures maximum security with minimal management overhead.

Secure browsing, simplified. Your gateway to safer web access with enhanced policy control

What is Parallels Browser Isolation?

Parallels Browser Isolation provides a secure way to access web applications, including Software as a Service (SaaS) and other cloud-based applications, right from your favorite web browser on your laptop or desktop. It provides top-notch security against web-based threats by running web applications in a separate, secure browser environment in the cloud. This creates an “air gap” between the user’s web browsing and your company’s network. Parallels Browser Isolation streamlines onboarding and management with an intuitive web-based admin portal for granular policy control and real-time and historical insights.

Built in the cloud with Zero Trust

Designed from the ground up to never assume trust and continually verify identity for uncompromising cybersecurity.

Fast and easy onboarding and management

A frictionless onboarding and management experience that’s simple and easy to use.

Integrated security measures, control, and insights

Real-time and historical insights into user and admin actions enhance security and enable effective monitoring and analysis by administrators.

Compliance and data Protection

Provides a highly manageable, user-friendly policy engine equipped with comprehensive and detailed controls for precise administration.

Parallels Browser Isolation is an out-of-the-box, feature-rich solution designed to meet a variety of key use cases

Security and compliance first

Ensures that businesses in regulated industries stay compliant with industry regulations and secure sensitive data against web threats and cyberattacks.

Contractors and external vendors

Reduce risk by offering contractors and vendors secure, limited access to necessary web resources and SaaS applications for business projects.

Global collaboration and remote working

Enable secure remote work from any device, ensuring safe web browsing for employees on personal devices and protecting the business network from threats.

SaaS apps security

Ensuring secure access to SaaS and enterprise web apps is crucial as organizations adopt public SaaS solutions and need to protect their data, even when managed by external vendors.

Parallels Browser Isolation architecture

A unique architecture that acts as an agentless gateway, enhancing security with Zero Trust polices and minimal management overheads.

Power up your Mac to run Windows on a virtual desktop, plus get access to more than 200,000 of its apps to work, develop, study, test, and play. Authorized by Microsoft.

For home

Run thousands of Windows applications on your Mac, including Windows-exclusive games.

For school

Supercharge your education. Access the Windows apps and other software you need on your Mac.

For work

Unlock the full power of Microsoft Office 365 Suite and other business-critical apps.

For power users

Advanced features and enhanced functionality designed for developers, creators, and power users.

Experience the best of both macOS and Windows with Parallels Desktop for Mac, unlocking powerful performance and seamless interaction

Optimized and ready for macOS Sonoma

Parallels Desktop 19 is optimized for macOS Sonoma, offering enhanced printing options through the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP). This optimization provides a more immersive experience when running macOS virtual machines on Mac computers with Apple silicon, including improved shared printing on those devices.

Download, install, and configure Windows 11 on your Mac in two clicks

With Parallels Desktop, you can effortlessly set up your system; there’s no need to source a Windows image or grapple with installation and configuration. It’s simplicity at its finest.

Experience a perfect synergy between macOS and Windows

Use your Mac camera, microphone, trackpad, sound, display, keyboard, and mouse with Windows. Enable USB Windows-only devices like printers and scanners; connect your Android phone and many other devices.

Smooth integration allows you to be more productive

Effortlessly move and share content between Mac and Windows with seamless integration. Use Windows app side by side with Mac apps with Windows desktop hidden. Easily access your Mac files in Windows to avoid duplicates and optimize disk space usage.

And so much more.

Polished and intuitive user experience. Improved optimization and performance. Subscriptions include Parallels® Toolbox and 24/7 support.