{"product_id":"parallels-desktop-26-for-mac-1-year-subscription-download","title":"Parallels Desktop 26 for Mac (1 Year Subscription) - Download","description":"\u003c!-- ====================================================\n     ITFactory.ca — Shopify Product Description\n     Parallels Desktop 26 for Mac — Standard Edition\n     Digital Download \/ ESD — Canadian Version\n     DIV-FREE, NO EMOJI — safe for all Shopify themes\n     ==================================================== --\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Badges --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#e8342a;color:#fff;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.08em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:4px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-right:6px;\"\u003eParallels Desktop 26\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#5c5c7a;color:#fff;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.08em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:4px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-right:6px;\"\u003eStandard Edition — Mac\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#1a1a2e;color:#fff;font-size:11px;font-weight:600;letter-spacing:0.08em;text-transform:uppercase;padding:4px 10px;border-radius:3px;\"\u003emacOS Tahoe 26 + Windows 11 25H2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Tagline --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:17px;color:#3d3d5c;font-weight:300;border-left:3px solid #e8342a;padding-left:14px;margin:14px 0 20px;\"\u003eRun Windows on your Mac without rebooting — the only Microsoft-authorized way to run Windows 11 on Apple Silicon, now optimized for macOS Tahoe 26 and Windows 11 25H2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Intro --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#3d3d5c;font-size:15px;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eParallels Desktop 26 is the industry-standard solution for running Windows, Linux, and other operating systems on a Mac — without rebooting, without dual-boot setups, and without choosing between macOS and Windows. \u003cstrong\u003eThe only virtualization software authorized by Microsoft to run Windows 11 on Apple Silicon Macs\u003c\/strong\u003e, Parallels Desktop 26 Standard is fully optimized for \u003cstrong\u003emacOS Tahoe 26\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eWindows 11 25H2\u003c\/strong\u003e, supporting both Apple Silicon (M1 through M4) and Intel-based Macs. Run any Windows application alongside your Mac apps, copy-paste between operating systems, share files seamlessly, and switch between macOS and Windows with a single click.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp style=\"color:#3d3d5c;font-size:15px;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003eAvailable at \u003cstrong\u003eITFactory.ca\u003c\/strong\u003e — Canada's trusted source for virtualization software. Delivered as a digital download. See product options for subscription or perpetual licence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Windows licence note --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#fff8f0;border:1px solid #f0d8b8;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#c86400;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eWindows Licence Required — Sold Separately\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eParallels Desktop 26 is the virtualization software — it provides the environment to run Windows, but does not include a Windows licence. A separate \u003cstrong\u003eWindows 11 Pro or Enterprise licence\u003c\/strong\u003e is required to run Windows legally on your Mac. Windows 11 Home is not recommended as it lacks features required for smooth virtualization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:0;\"\u003eWindows 11 Pro licences are available separately at ITFactory.ca. Alternatively, if you already own a Windows licence, it can be used with Parallels Desktop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Subscription vs perpetual --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#f5f5fa;border:1px solid #d8d8ea;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eStandard Edition — Subscription vs Perpetual Licence\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13.5px;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#eaeaf5;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;font-weight:600;color:#1a1a2e;width:36%;border:1px solid #d8d8ea;\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;font-weight:600;color:#1a1a2e;text-align:center;width:32%;border:1px solid #d8d8ea;\"\u003eAnnual Subscription\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;font-weight:600;color:#1a1a2e;text-align:center;width:32%;border:1px solid #d8d8ea;\"\u003ePerpetual Licence\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#7a7a9a;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eAccess\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eWhile subscription is active\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eForever — no renewal required\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#7a7a9a;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eNew major versions (Parallels 27, etc.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eIncluded — auto-update\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003ePaid upgrade required\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#7a7a9a;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eSupport\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eUnlimited while active\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eLimited post-purchase support\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fafafa;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#7a7a9a;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eUsers who want latest features always\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 10px;color:#3d3d5c;text-align:center;border:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003eUsers who prefer one-time purchase\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;color:#5a5a7a;margin:10px 0 0;\"\u003eThe Pro Edition is available as subscription only — no perpetual licence option. See product options for available licence types.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- How to activate --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:#f5f5fa;border:1px solid #d8d8ea;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:20px 22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"font-size:15px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eHow to Activate Parallels Desktop 26\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px 6px 0;width:5%;vertical-align:top;font-weight:700;color:#e8342a;\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #ebebf5;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eComplete your purchase — your activation key is delivered to your email address.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;font-weight:700;color:#e8342a;\"\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #ebebf5;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eDownload Parallels Desktop 26 from \u003cstrong\u003eparallels.com\/download\u003c\/strong\u003e and install it on your Mac.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;font-weight:700;color:#e8342a;\"\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #ebebf5;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eSign in to or create your Parallels account when prompted and enter your activation key.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 12px 6px 0;vertical-align:top;font-weight:700;color:#e8342a;\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:6px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFollow the in-app setup assistant to install Windows (requires a separate Windows licence).\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Key features --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eWhat Parallels Desktop 26 Standard Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:10px 12px 10px 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003emacOS Tahoe 26 + Windows 11 25H2 — Fully Optimized\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParallels Desktop 26 is built specifically for macOS Tahoe 26, with full support for Apple's new background process changes that affect how apps run. Windows 11 25H2 support is also included, with ongoing updates as Microsoft releases new Windows builds. New version numbering aligns with macOS — Parallels 26 is made for macOS 26.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"width:50%;padding:10px 0 10px 12px;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eOnly Microsoft-Authorized Windows 11 Virtualization on Apple Silicon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParallels Desktop is the only virtualization solution authorized by Microsoft to run Windows 11 in a virtualized environment on Apple Silicon Macs — providing confidence that the Windows installation is legally compliant and fully supported by both companies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px 10px 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eCoherence Mode — Windows Apps Feel Like Mac Apps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCoherence Mode removes the Windows desktop and taskbar entirely — Windows applications appear directly on your Mac desktop as if they were native Mac apps, with their own icons in the Dock. Switch between macOS and Windows apps without switching virtual machine windows. The most seamless way to run Windows on a Mac.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 12px;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003ex86 Emulation Preview — Run Legacy Intel Windows Apps on Apple Silicon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA new preview feature allows Apple Silicon Macs (M1 and later) to run Intel x86 Windows applications that do not have native ARM versions — expanding compatibility with older Windows software, enterprise applications, and legacy tools that would otherwise be unavailable on Apple Silicon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px 10px 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eApple Intelligence Writing Tools in Windows\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAccess Apple's AI Writing Tools — rewrite, proofread, and summarize — from inside Windows applications running in Parallels, bringing macOS AI capabilities directly into your Windows workflow without switching apps or operating systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 12px;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eAccurate Mac Disk Visibility in Windows\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWindows VMs can now view the actual available disk space on the Mac host — preventing freezes, slowdowns, and installation failures caused by Windows not knowing how much space was truly available. A practical fix for a previously common frustration during large installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px 10px 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eSeamless Copy-Paste, Drag-and-Drop, and File Sharing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCopy text, images, and files between macOS and Windows and drag files directly from Mac Finder into Windows applications. A shared folder keeps files accessible from both operating systems without manual transfers. Clipboard sharing improvements in version 26 make this integration more reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 12px;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eOBS Camera Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eConnect OBS Studio as a virtual camera source within Windows applications running in Parallels — enabling video workflows, streaming setups, and virtual meeting backgrounds that combine Mac-based OBS with Windows conferencing and productivity apps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px 10px 0;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eRun Linux, macOS, and More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond Windows, Parallels Desktop 26 supports Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian, Kali Linux, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, and other Linux distributions, as well as running earlier versions of macOS in a VM for testing and compatibility purposes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 12px;vertical-align:top;border-bottom:1px solid #f0f0f0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eUp to 8GB vRAM and 4 vCPUs (Standard)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Standard Edition allocates up to 8GB of video RAM and 4 virtual CPU cores to virtual machines — sufficient for everyday Windows productivity, Office applications, line-of-business software, and most standard Windows tasks. Users requiring more resources for development or intensive workloads should consider the Pro Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 12px 10px 0;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eApple Silicon and Intel Mac Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully supports Macs running Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3, M4 and later) and Intel-based Macs. Optimized for the performance characteristics of each architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0 10px 12px;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#1a1a2e;\"\u003eSOC 2 Type II Compliant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eParallels Desktop 26 has renewed its SOC 2 Type II compliance certification — affirming its security, availability, and privacy practices, and supporting enterprise and regulated-industry deployments that require verified software compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Who it's for --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color:#3d3d5c;font-size:15px;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eParallels Desktop 26 Standard is for Mac users who need to run Windows applications for work, education, or personal use — without dedicating a separate Windows PC. Home users, students, and professionals running standard Windows productivity software, line-of-business applications, or Windows-only tools will find the Standard Edition covers their needs completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e2e0da;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:13px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:4px 4px 4px 0;\"\u003eMac users who need Windows apps for work\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e2e0da;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:13px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:4px 4px 4px 0;\"\u003eStudents and educators\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e2e0da;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:13px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:4px 4px 4px 0;\"\u003eHome and home office users\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e2e0da;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:13px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:4px 4px 4px 0;\"\u003eUsers of Windows-only line-of-business software\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:#fff;border:1px solid #e2e0da;border-radius:20px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:13px;color:#3d3d5c;margin:4px 4px 4px 0;\"\u003eAnyone switching from PC to Mac who needs Windows\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- System requirements --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eSystem Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;width:38%;font-weight:500;\"\u003eMac processor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eApple Silicon (M1 or later) or Intel Core i5 \/ i7 \/ i9 \/ Xeon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eHost macOS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003emacOS 14 Sonoma, macOS 15 Sequoia, macOS 26 Tahoe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eRAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e8GB minimum — 16GB or more recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003e600MB for Parallels Desktop installation + storage for each virtual machine (Windows 11 requires approximately 64GB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eGuest OS — Windows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eWindows 11 Pro \/ Enterprise (recommended) — sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eGuest OS — Linux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eUbuntu, Fedora, Debian, Kali, RHEL, CentOS, and others\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eInternet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eRequired for activation, updates, and select features\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003evRAM \/ vCPU limit (Standard)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eUp to 8GB vRAM, up to 4 virtual CPUs per VM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Product details --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin-bottom:14px;\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;width:42%;font-weight:500;\"\u003ePublisher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eParallels International GmbH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eParallels Desktop 26 for Mac — Standard Edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eDelivery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eDigital download — activation key by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eLicence type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eAnnual subscription or perpetual licence — see product options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003emacOS only (not compatible with Windows PCs or Linux)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eWindows not included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eWindows 11 Pro licence required — sold separately at ITFactory.ca\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#7a7a9a;font-weight:500;\"\u003eSold by\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 4px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eITFactory.ca — authorized Parallels reseller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- Why ITFactory --\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#1a1a2e 0%,#e8342a 100%);border-radius:10px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd style=\"padding:26px;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#fff;margin:0 0 10px;\"\u003eWhy Buy from ITFactory.ca?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"color:rgba(255,255,255,0.78);font-size:14px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003eITFactory.ca is a trusted Canadian retailer for software and productivity solutions, serving individuals and businesses across the country. Every licence we sell is genuine and sourced through authorized channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0;font-size:13px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.88);width:50%;\"\u003e→  Authorized Parallels reseller\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0;font-size:13px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.88);width:50%;\"\u003e→  Genuine licence — key by email\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0;font-size:13px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.88);\"\u003e→  CAD pricing for Canadian buyers\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0;font-size:13px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.88);\"\u003e→  Business invoicing available\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0;font-size:13px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.88);\"\u003e→  Parallels Pro also available\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:3px 0;font-size:13px;color:rgba(255,255,255,0.88);\"\u003e→  Windows 11 Pro available separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n \n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #e2e0da;margin:28px 0;\"\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#1a1a2e;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size:14.5px;font-weight:500;color:#1a1a2e;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;\"\u003eDo I need to buy Windows separately?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eYes. Parallels Desktop 26 provides the virtualization environment — a separate Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise licence is required to run Windows legally. Windows Home is not recommended for virtualization as it lacks several features needed for reliable VM operation. If you already have a Windows licence from a previous PC, it can typically be transferred to Parallels — check Microsoft's licence transfer terms for your specific licence type. Windows 11 Pro licences are available separately at ITFactory.ca.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n \n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size:14.5px;font-weight:500;color:#1a1a2e;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;\"\u003eShould I choose the subscription or the perpetual licence?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eThe subscription includes all future major versions automatically — when Parallels Desktop 27 is released, subscription holders get it at no extra cost, including unlimited support during the subscription period. The perpetual licence lets you use Parallels Desktop 26 indefinitely without renewal, but upgrading to future major versions requires a paid upgrade. If you upgrade Parallels every year to stay current with new macOS versions, the subscription is generally better value over time. If you prefer a fixed one-time cost and are comfortable paying for upgrades when you choose to, the perpetual licence suits that preference. Note: the Pro Edition is subscription-only — no perpetual option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n \n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size:14.5px;font-weight:500;color:#1a1a2e;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between Standard and Pro?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eThe Standard Edition supports up to 8GB vRAM and 4 virtual CPUs per VM — sufficient for most everyday Windows productivity use. The Pro Edition increases these limits significantly (up to 128GB vRAM and 32 vCPUs), and adds Parallels Toolbox, advanced developer tools including CLI and Visual Studio integration, and enhanced networking features. Pro is designed for developers, power users, and professionals running resource-intensive Windows applications or multiple VMs simultaneously. Pro is subscription-only. Parallels Desktop 26 Pro is available at ITFactory.ca.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n \n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size:14.5px;font-weight:500;color:#1a1a2e;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;\"\u003eDoes it work on Apple Silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3, M4)?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eYes — Parallels Desktop 26 is fully supported on Apple Silicon Macs and is the only Microsoft-authorized way to run Windows 11 on these machines. On Apple Silicon, only the ARM version of Windows 11 is supported natively; however, the new x86 emulation preview feature in version 26 allows some Intel-based Windows and Linux applications to run on Apple Silicon Macs with varying compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n \n\u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e2e0da;padding:12px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"font-size:14.5px;font-weight:500;color:#1a1a2e;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;\"\u003eWill my Windows performance slow down my Mac?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin-top:10px;font-size:14px;color:#3d3d5c;\"\u003eParallels Desktop is designed to run Windows efficiently using macOS resources. On modern Macs with 16GB or more RAM, everyday Windows tasks run smoothly without noticeable impact on macOS performance. On Macs with 8GB RAM, both operating systems share limited memory and performance trade-offs may be more noticeable. Parallels includes an automatic optimization feature that recommends vRAM and CPU settings appropriate for your Mac's hardware configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n \n\u003c!-- End ITFactory.ca product description --\u003e\n ","brand":"Parallels","offers":[{"title":"1 Year","offer_id":52542982553732,"sku":"PDAGBX1YNA","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0370\/5857\/6516\/files\/parallels26.webp?v=1784576170","url":"https:\/\/itfactory.co.uk\/products\/parallels-desktop-26-for-mac-1-year-subscription-download","provider":"ITFactory.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}