To get the legitimate, secure version of the software, follow these steps via the Broadcom Support Portal :
Broadcom, the current owner of VMware, has simplified the licensing process. For the free versions, during installation. To get the legitimate, secure version of the
: You may be prompted to agree to terms and conditions and provide basic address details for "trade compliance" before the download link becomes active. : Both Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro are free for everyone
: Both Workstation Pro and Fusion Pro are free for everyone. You will need to verify your email
: During the setup of newer releases (like Workstation 17), you can simply select the "Personal Use" option to bypass the license key requirement. How to Download VMware Workstation Pro
: Go to the Broadcom Support Portal and click Register in the top right. You will need to verify your email.
: Once logged in, click on Software > VMware Cloud Foundation > My Downloads .