How to Use an Acrobat Pro DC License on a Second Computer
Question details
The user wants to install Adobe Acrobat Pro DC on an additional computer and needs clarification on device limits and potential costs.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat Pro DC
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Installing and activating existing software on an additional device.
- Observed behavior
- The user needs to know how to properly install the software on a second machine and whether simultaneous usage or extra fees apply.
Ensure you have your Adobe account login credentials ready and verify that you have an active Acrobat Pro DC subscription before proceeding.
Install and Activate Acrobat on a Second Computer via Creative Cloud
Use your existing Adobe account to download and activate Acrobat Pro DC on your second device.
Adobe allows you to install and activate your Acrobat subscription on up to two computers. However, you can only use the software on one computer at a time.
Download and install the Adobe Creative Cloud desktop application on your second computer.
Launch the Creative Cloud app and sign in using the exact same Adobe account tied to your Acrobat Pro DC license.
Navigate to the 'Apps' tab within Creative Cloud, locate Acrobat Pro DC, and click the 'Install' button.
Once the installation is complete, open Acrobat Pro DC. The application will automatically activate using your signed-in account credentials.
Use WPS PDF to Edit Documents on Multiple Devices
Need a flexible way to manage PDFs across all your devices? WPS Office includes a comprehensive PDF editor that lets you view, edit, annotate, and convert PDFs seamlessly using one unified account.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install WPS Office on your computer or mobile device.
- 2. Sign in: Launch WPS Office and sign in with your WPS account.
- 3. Open your PDF: Click 'Open' on the homepage and select your PDF file to start working.
- 4. Edit seamlessly: Use the 'PDF Edit' tab to freely modify text, images, and pages across your devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Adobe Acrobat on both computers at the exact same time?
No, Adobe's licensing agreement allows activation on two computers, but you can only use the software on one computer at any given time.
What happens if I need to install Acrobat on a third computer?
If you try to install and activate Acrobat on a third computer, the Creative Cloud application will prompt you to remotely sign out of one of the previous two computers before it allows you to proceed.
Do I have to pay extra to install Acrobat on my second computer?
No, installing Acrobat on a second computer is fully included in your standard Acrobat Pro DC subscription, provided you use the same Adobe ID to log in.
