Software Features and Description
1. - The ParkChicago app links to the ParkChicagoMap app where you can use an interactive map and search features to find parking at competitive prices in Chicago city limits.
2. Chicago, say hello to convenient parking! With the ParkChicago app you can manage your entire parking experience from your smartphone.
3. Make your parking experience as simple as possible – download ParkChicago today.
4. Pay, extend and manage your parking session with just a few taps.
5. No more running to the meter.
6. No more quarters.
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Download and install ParkChicago® on your computer
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Or follow the guide below to use on PC:
Select Windows version:
- Windows 7-10
- Windows 11
Download and install the ParkChicago® app on your Windows 10,8,7 or Mac in 4 simple steps below:
- Download an Android emulator for PC and Mac:
Get either Bluestacks or the Nox App >> . We recommend Bluestacks because you can easily find solutions online if you run into problems while using it. Download Bluestacks Pc or Mac software Here >> .
- Install the emulator on your PC or Mac:
On your computer, goto the Downloads folder » click to install Bluestacks.exe or Nox.exe » Accept the License Agreements » Follow the on-screen prompts to complete installation.
- Using ParkChicago on PC [Windows 7/ 8/8.1/ 10/ 11]:
- Open the Emulator app you installed » goto its search bar and search "ParkChicago"
- The search will reveal the ParkChicago® app icon. Open, then click "Install".
- Once ParkChicago is downloaded inside the emulator, locate/click the "All apps" icon to access a page containing all your installed applications including ParkChicago.
- Now enjoy ParkChicago on PC.
- Using ParkChicago on Mac OS:
Install ParkChicago® on your Mac using the same steps for Windows OS above.
How to download and use ParkChicago App on Windows 11
To get ParkChicago on Windows 11, check if there's a native ParkChicago Windows app here » ». If none, follow the steps below:
- Download the Amazon-Appstore » (U.S only)
- Click on "Get" to begin installation. It also automatically installs Windows Subsystem for Android.
- After installation, Goto Windows Start Menu or Apps list » Open the Amazon Appstore » Login (with Amazon account)
- For non-U.S users, Download the OpenPC software »
- Upon installation, open OpenPC app » goto Playstore on PC » click Configure_Download. This will auto-download Google Play Store on your Windows 11.
- Installing ParkChicago:
- Login to your computer's PlayStore or Amazon AppStore.
- Search for "ParkChicago" » Click "Install" to install ParkChicago®
- ParkChicago® will now be available on your windows start-menu.
| Minimum requirements |
Recommended |
- 8GB RAM
- SSD Storage
- Processor: Intel Core i3, AMD Ryzen 3000
- Architecture: x64 or ARM64
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ParkChicago® On iTunes
| Download |
Developer |
Rating |
Score |
Current version |
Adult Ranking |
| Free On iTunes |
Chicago Parking Meters, LLC |
12624 |
4.7504 |
6.4.7 |
4+ |
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✔ Pros:
- Convenient and easy to use
- Allows for extending parking time remotely
- Saves time by not having to walk back to the car to reload the meter
- Helpful for handicap drivers who are charged for parking
- Works as intended and has good functionality
☹ Cons:
- Prepaid system can be seen as shady and not upfront about the cost
- Can be confusing and easy to forget to complete the purchase, leading to potential tickets
- Some users may find the app expensive with the $20 reload option
Top Pcmac Reviews
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App is great, but really costs $10
By Varineq (Pcmac user)
The functionality of the app is fine. Works just as it should and is convenient. The best feature is that you can reload the meter from your phone and don't have to walk back to the car. I would give this app five stars if they were upfront and honest about the cost.
The developers need to admit up front that the app costs $10. Their prepaid system is shady. You load your account with $20, so you would thing you'd have to reload once the balance gets low. Nope. You must reload with an additional $20 when you get to $10. Example: I had $11 left in my account. My $4 parking would have left me only $7, which is below their $10 minimum. So it charged me $20. In summary, I needed $31 in my account to pay $4. I can never use that last $10.
I contacted the developers about this previously, asking if I could get a refund since I very rarely need parking in the city. They said they don't give refunds. So if I can never use that $10 in my account for parking and I can't get the $10 refunded, why not just admit that you're keeping my $10 as a cost for using the service? Just charge me 10 bucks and then show my actual usable balance in the app.
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Too many steps and if you get sidetracked it’s costly
By bonjondemarco (Pcmac user)
I hate this app. There have been too many times that I have forgotten to finish my purchase. You click and click and click and you still haven’t made your purchase. If you are paying for parking and receive a call and forget you were only on step 3 of four (even though it feels like you finished because there are sooo many steps- for example every time I need to confirm the only car license plate I’ve entered is the one I want to use). I did this today and got a $50 ticket because I didn’t complete the final step. I think the app needs to have a feature to remind users if they haven’t completed their purchase. I was gonna pay for two hours, left after just an hour, found a ticket, unlocked my phone for the first time since receiving a call as I paid for parking and there it was my $4 charge that I hadn’t actually okayed. So instead of $4, parking cost me $50. Please make your app more user friendly by helping them not get tickets due to incomplete purchases
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Awesome app
By d..ecay (Pcmac user)
Perfectly done! Great app, a must-have if you park in Chicago.
People, don't complain about a $20 reload. If you can afford to have a nice smartphone and this app, you can swing the $20 "prepayment." The fact of the matter is that this app is all about convenience, usability, and great features. You can easily continue to extend your parking, just by choosing a longer time period!
Plus, it does one other thing which is very cool: Instead of charging you each time you re-up your parking session, they accrue it, giving you a single charge at the end of your session. Most apps would make separate charges as you go, but these folks thought ahead and made it just that much more user-friendly.
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A life saver for handicap drivers
By LindaFB (Pcmac user)
This app allowed me to stay independent. When the State began charging handicap drivers for parking (except those with handicaps so severe they wouldn’t be able to drive themselves ... what a joke) ... I was afraid that I would have to stop driving myself because it meant I wouldn’t be able to park on the street. For people who cannot walk very far, having to walk to the pay box, then back to the car is not possible. When this app became available, I was thrilled!!! Not only do I not have to walk to the pay box, but I don’t have to worry about getting back to my car if my appointment is running late. I can just add parking time from my phone. It’s wonderful!
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