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July 16, 2026
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Adobe Cs5 - "Activation limit reached"

Our computer broke and we needed to purchase a new computer.  I still have the disc and the serial number for the CS5 which works perfectly well for the needs of our almost retired marketing company.  I cannot access any other computer as it is completely broken.  I would like to activate the program on my new computer.

    Manan JoshiCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    July 16, 2026

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    -Manan

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    Nancy OShea
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    July 16, 2026

    Since you cannot access the old machines on which CS5 was previously activated, you’ll need to find other solutions. Tell us which apps you need. We can provide you with some modern options. 

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    Nancy O'Shea— Product User & Community Expert
    kglad
    Community Expert
    Community Expert
    July 16, 2026

    if you see an excess activation count error, you won’t be able to easily use your cs5 beyond the 30 day trial.

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    Manan JoshiCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
    Community Expert
    July 16, 2026

    check out the following post

     

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    -Manan