Install Parallels Client for Android

System Requirements

To install Parallels Client, you need an Android device with Android version 7 and later.

Note: To learn how to check the version of Android on your device, please refer to the device manufacturer's documentation.

Parallels Client starting with version 17.1 can be used on an external monitor. To work with remote apps and desktops on a big screen, you need a Samsung mobile device that supports Samsung DeX (this feature was first introduced on Galaxy S8 smartphones).

Installation Procedure

The preferred way to install Parallels Client is to follow the instructions from the invitation email. Your Parallels Remote Application Server administrator should send you this email.

Another way to install Parallels Client is to install it from Google Play. Do the following:

1. On your Android device, open Play Store.

Note: If you don't have Play Store on your Android device, you can install Parallels Client from https://www.parallels.com/products/ras/download/links/#android. However, before installing the client, allow Android to install from unknown sources in the Android security settings.

3. Search for Parallels Client.

4. Tap Install and follow the onscreen instructions.