CrossOver 26.3.0 for Mac

Mac Utilities

Updated Aug 22, 2026

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CrossOver by CodeWeavers lets you run Windows applications and games directly on your Mac, without installing Windows itself and without restarting your machine. It is built on the open source Wine project and wraps each Windows program in its own bottle, a contained environment that keeps apps separate and easier to manage. A guided installer and a searchable compatibility database help you check how well a program is expected to run before you commit to it. Updated Aug 22, 2026.

Key Features

• Runs Windows apps and games without a Windows license
• Bottles keep each program in its own contained environment
• Guided installer for popular Windows software
• Compatibility database with community run reports
• Built on Wine 11 in the version 26 release line
• Works on both Intel and Apple silicon Macs

How to Download

1. Decide which Windows programs you want to run and check them in the compatibility database.
2. Go to Download from the official site and start the free trial or buy a license.
3. Download CrossOver and move it into your Applications folder.
4. Open CrossOver, create a bottle and install your Windows program with the guided installer.

System Requirements

CrossOver 26 runs on Macs with macOS 10.15 Catalina or later, on Intel and Apple silicon machines. You also need enough free disk space for the bottles you create, plus a connection for downloads and updates.

FAQs

Do I need a Windows license to use CrossOver?

No. CrossOver translates Windows calls as the program runs, so no copy of Windows is installed.

Will every Windows program work?

No. Many popular apps and games run well, but some do not. Check the compatibility database for your program first.