Activate and Register Parallels Workstation

Activate Parallels Workstation

Once the installation is finished, you must activate Parallels Workstation to use all of its features.

1. Open Parallels Workstation.
2. Click Activate Product.
3. Enter your Product Activation Key.

   Note: If you bypass the activation dialog, you can activate Parallels Workstation later by choosing Help > Activate product and entering your Product Activation Key.

If You Don't Have A Product Activation Key

If you don't have a key already, you can get one by choosing Help > Activate Product. Then, to get a free trial Product Activation Key so you can try out Parallels Workstation for a limited time, click obtain a free trial activation key. Or to purchase a key that lets you use Parallels Workstation permanently, click purchase a permanent activation key.

Registering Parallels Workstation

During installation, you're presented with the opportunity to register Parallels Workstation. Registering allows you to:

• Download and install the latest Parallels Workstation updates.
• Create a backup copy of the product key on the Parallels web server and restore it at any time.
• Easily contact the Parallels support team, using the support code.
• Stay informed about Parallels news and announcements.

Note: If you choose not to register Parallels Workstation during installation, you can register anytime by choosing Help > Register product when the program is open.