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Nov 6, 2025 2:03 PM UTC
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Cannot install - You already own After Effects

I cannot download after effects, It only shows "free trial" or "buy" options on creative cloud app, but I have After Effects on my plan. When I try to purchase, it gives an error: "This purchase is not supported. You already own After Effects." But I cannot use After effects.

 

Peru Bob
Peru BobCorrect answer
Community Expert
Nov 6, 2025 3:17 PM UTC

Try signing out and then back in to the CC app.

 

If that doesn't work, try resetting the CC App:To reset the Creative Cloud desktop app, make sure it's in the foreground, then press:
Win: Ctrl + Alt + R
Mac: Cmd + Opt + R

If that doesn't work, try uninstalling and reinstalling the CC App:
https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/uninstall-creative-cloud-desktop-app.html
https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/kb/creative-cloud-desktop-app-download.html

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nishu_kush
Legend
Nov 6, 2025 6:10 PM UTC

In addition to the expert's suggestion, you can try the steps outlined in the following article: https://adobe.ly/3LqHzVO

Let us know how it goes.


Thanks,
Nishu

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Peru Bob
Community Expert
Peru BobCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
Community Expert
Nov 6, 2025 3:17 PM UTC

Try signing out and then back in to the CC app.

 

If that doesn't work, try resetting the CC App:To reset the Creative Cloud desktop app, make sure it's in the foreground, then press:
Win: Ctrl + Alt + R
Mac: Cmd + Opt + R

If that doesn't work, try uninstalling and reinstalling the CC App:
https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/uninstall-creative-cloud-desktop-app.html
https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/kb/creative-cloud-desktop-app-download.html

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Participant
Nov 9, 2025 10:19 PM UTC

Thank you very much, it worked.

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Peru Bob
Community Expert
Community Expert
Nov 10, 2025 1:27 AM UTC

You're welcome. 

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