This update for Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac 12.2.1 (41615) addresses overall stability and performance issues, and includes the following fixes and improvements: Resolves an issue with Windows and other shared applications crashing after starting from the Dock or Finder. Read more Parallels Desktop 12 for Mac Standard Edition. Parallels Desktop for Mac Pro Edition is the easiest and most powerful solution to run Windows on Mac for developers, power users, and other demanding pros. For activation instructions with a Parallels Desktop 12 upgrade license from Parallels Desktop 10 or 11, visit. Important: Upgrades are possible for Parallels Desktop 10 and later. A subscription allows you to upgrade to the latest version at no additional charge as long as your subscription is valid. And install Parallels Desktop 12 and use your subscription license for activation. Note: If you have a subscription for Parallels Desktop for Mac or Parallels Desktop for Mac Pro Edition, you can upgrade Parallels Desktop to the latest version with the license you own. You can use your existing virtual machine.
Upgrading to Parallels Desktop 12 After upgrading to Parallels Desktop 12, you do not need to reinstall Windows or create a new virtual machine.