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Parallels Desktop 20 Mac ESD — installation

Updated 2026-07-03·3 sections·~1 min read

Step 1: Download the Installer

Go to the official Parallels download page:

https://download.parallels.com/desktop/v20/20.4.0-55980/ParallelsDesktop-20.4.0-55980.dmg

Or visit parallels.com and download Parallels Desktop 20

Open the downloaded .dmg file and follow the on-screen instructions to install

Step 2: Launch Parallels Desktop

Open Parallels Desktop from your Applications folder

When prompted, choose whether you are a new user or have an existing Parallels account:

New user: Select "I am a new user" → click Create Account → enter your email, name, and password

Existing account: Select "I have a password" → enter your email and password → click Sign In

Step 3: Enter Your Activation Key

After signing in, you will be prompted to enter your Product Activation Key

Copy the key from the email you received after purchase and paste it into the corresponding field

Click Activate

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