Parallels DaaS
Data as a service (DaaS) software
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$9.00 per named user per month
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What is Parallels DaaS
Parallels DaaS is a cloud-delivered virtual desktop service that provides hosted Windows desktops and applications to end users over the internet. It is used by IT teams to provision, manage, and secure remote desktops for contractors, distributed workforces, and temporary projects. The service focuses on centralized desktop delivery and administration rather than providing third-party business datasets via API.
Centralized desktop provisioning
Parallels DaaS supports centralized creation and assignment of virtual desktops and published applications. This helps IT teams standardize desktop configurations and reduce endpoint dependency. It fits scenarios where users need access to a managed Windows environment without shipping hardware.
Remote access for users
The product enables end users to access desktops and apps remotely, which supports distributed teams and external collaborators. Central hosting can simplify access control compared with managing many physical PCs. It is oriented toward operational delivery of desktops rather than data enrichment workflows.
Administrative controls and policies
Parallels DaaS includes administrative tooling to manage users, desktops, and access policies from a central console. This can support consistent governance for virtual desktop environments. It is most relevant to IT operations teams responsible for desktop delivery and support.
Category mismatch with DaaS
Despite the name, Parallels DaaS is primarily a desktop-as-a-service (virtual desktop infrastructure) offering, not a data-as-a-service provider. Organizations evaluating it alongside business data platforms may find it does not supply company, people, web, or location datasets. It is better compared to virtual desktop services than to data providers.
Limited data integration features
The product is not designed around dataset delivery, enrichment APIs, or data licensing workflows. Buyers looking for programmatic access to third-party data, entity resolution, or analytics-ready datasets will typically need separate tools. Any data needs are addressed within the hosted desktop environment rather than through a data platform.
Depends on cloud desktop economics
Total cost and user experience depend on desktop sizing, concurrency, storage, and network conditions. Virtual desktop services can require careful capacity planning and ongoing administration to control spend and performance. This can be a barrier for teams that only need data feeds rather than full desktop environments.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Named-user subscription (entry) | $9.00 per named user/month (monthly) | Entry-level monthly subscription; requires customer-managed Microsoft Azure subscription to host resources; pay-as-you-go subscription billing; 24/7 technical support included; 14-day free trial available (see notes). |
Seller details
Parallels International GmbH
Bellevue, Washington, United States
1999
Private
https://www.parallels.com/
https://x.com/parallels
https://www.linkedin.com/company/parallels
