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Fix Acrobat Reader Signing Out of Document Cloud on iOS
Question details
The user needs to resolve an issue where Acrobat Reader automatically and repeatedly signs out of Document Cloud on an iOS device.
- Product
- Acrobat Reader
- Device & OS
- iOS
- Scenario
- Attempting to access Document Cloud files offline after an iOS software update.
- Observed behavior
- Acrobat Reader repeatedly signs out of the Adobe Document Cloud account, forcing the user to re-download files for offline use.
Ensure your iPhone or iPad is connected to a stable internet network and that you know your current Adobe account email and password before proceeding with the troubleshooting steps.
Update Acrobat Reader and Restart Device
Updating to the latest app version and refreshing your login session is the most effective way to resolve automatic sign-out bugs.
After a major iOS update, older application versions may experience compatibility glitches with local storage or background refresh features, causing login tokens to expire unexpectedly. Manually updating the app and restarting the device forces a completely fresh connection.
Open the Acrobat Reader app on your iOS device, tap your profile icon in the top corner to open settings, and select 'Sign Out'.
Open the Apple App Store, search for 'Acrobat Reader', and tap the 'Update' button if a new version is available to install.
Power off your iPhone or iPad, wait approximately 30 seconds, and turn the device back on to clear out any temporary system caches.
Launch the Acrobat Reader app again and log back into your Document Cloud account using your credentials to verify if the connection is now stable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does Acrobat Reader keep signing me out on my iPad?
This problem is typically caused by compatibility issues between a recent iOS update and the installed version of Acrobat Reader, resulting in corrupted login tokens. Updating the app and restarting your iPad usually resolves it.
Will I lose my Document Cloud files if I sign out of the app?
No, your documents are securely stored in the Adobe Document Cloud and will not be lost. However, any files you previously marked for offline access will be removed from local storage and must be downloaded again once you sign back in.
How do I check my Acrobat Reader version on iOS?
Open the Acrobat Reader app, tap your profile icon to open the Settings menu, and select 'About Adobe Acrobat'. The current version number installed on your device will be displayed on this screen.
