Can You Still Use Adobe Acrobat X After Upgrading to Creative Cloud?
Question details
The user wants to know if upgrading from Adobe Acrobat X to the Creative Cloud version incurs an additional fee and if it disables the existing Acrobat X installation.
- Product
- Adobe Acrobat
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Upgrading from a standalone perpetual license of Acrobat X to a subscription-based Creative Cloud version.
- Observed behavior
- The user is seeking clarification on the billing implications and software access changes before making the upgrade.
Before proceeding with any software upgrades, ensure you have your original Adobe Acrobat X serial number and installation media saved, as you will need them if you ever decide to cancel your subscription and revert to the older version.
Understanding the Impact of Upgrading to Acrobat Creative Cloud
This outlines how upgrading to the Creative Cloud version affects your existing Acrobat X installation, subscription fees, and future access.
When you upgrade to the Creative Cloud version of Acrobat, it typically requires an active subscription fee depending on your current Adobe plan. During this active subscription, the Creative Cloud version replaces your access to the older Acrobat X installation to prevent software conflicts.
While you retain the rights to your perpetual Acrobat X license, the two versions cannot easily coexist. If you ever cancel your Creative Cloud subscription, you will lose access to the new Acrobat and will need to manually reinstall Acrobat X.
Log into your Adobe account dashboard online to check your current Creative Cloud plan. Verify if Acrobat Pro is included (like in the 'All Apps' plan) or if it requires an additional monthly fee.
Open the Creative Cloud Desktop application on your computer, locate 'Acrobat' in the app list, and click 'Install'. Be aware that this process will typically disable or overwrite your existing Acrobat X application.
If you cancel your Creative Cloud subscription in the future, navigate to your computer's 'Programs and Features' or 'Applications' folder to completely uninstall the Creative Cloud version of Acrobat. Then, use your legacy installation disc or downloaded installer and your original serial number to reinstall Acrobat X.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I keep Acrobat X installed alongside Acrobat Creative Cloud?
Generally, it is not recommended. Installing the Creative Cloud version of Acrobat usually disables or overwrites Acrobat X to ensure the system uses the most up-to-date PDF handler and to prevent application conflicts.
Will I lose my Acrobat X license if I subscribe to Creative Cloud?
No, your perpetual license for Acrobat X remains yours. Upgrading to Creative Cloud does not void your past purchase. However, to use Acrobat X again, you must cancel the Creative Cloud subscription and manually reinstall the older software.
Do I have to pay extra for Acrobat in Creative Cloud?
It depends on your current Creative Cloud plan. If you subscribe to the 'All Apps' plan, Acrobat Pro is included. If you have a single-app plan or the Photography plan, adding Acrobat will require a separate, additional subscription fee.
Why is it difficult to reactivate Acrobat X after canceling Creative Cloud?
Because Adobe Acrobat X is a legacy product that reached its end of support in 2015, the legacy activation servers it relies on may not always be accessible. You might encounter connection errors during reinstallation, which sometimes requires assistance from Adobe's support team.
