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February 17, 2021
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Can't connect to Creative Cloud and, as a result, can't download any of the apps.

  • February 17, 2021
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So last week I started noticing that my Creative Cloud desktop app wasn't opening fully, it is stuck on a white screen and a spinning loading wheel. I have tried every solution offered by the website, even some advised by acquaintances but to no avail. I uninstalled everything in an attempt to update my app since I was running Ilustrator and After Effects 2018, and now I'm pretty bummed with not being able to work anymore, I got a few projects due soom.

Has this happened to anyone? How did you fix it?

 

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kglad
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Community Expert
February 17, 2021

first, reset the cc app:

to reset the cc desktop app, make sure it's in the foreground, then press:

Win: Ctrl + Alt + R
Mac: Cmd + Opt + R

if that fails, try to repair
https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/kb/creative-cloud-install-stuck.html

if that fails go ahead and uninstall/reinstall per the above link

if that fails, do a clean cc install following each applicable step:

uninstall every cc app including preferences, https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/uninstall-remove-app.html
then uninstall the cc desktop app, https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/help/uninstall-creative-cloud-desktop-app.html
clean your computer of cc files per http://www.adobe.com/support/contact/cscleanertool.html
check for, and if available, update your os
restart your computer (don't skip this)
reinstall the cc desktop app, https://creative.adobe.com/products/creative-cloud.
if you're unable to install the cc desktop app at this stage, use an administrator account (solution 4 here, https://helpx.adobe.com/creative-cloud/kb/creative-cloud-missing-damaged.html)
use the desktop app to install your cc programs/trials

Participant
February 18, 2021

Thank you for taking the time to answer me! 

Sadly, I have tried all of these and the problem is still the same... I can access my account and download apps on any other device I'm connected to, so I'm thinking my computer might be the problem here...

I don't really see another option but to format and try to install again on wiped device... Hopefully I can still get my work done on time.

kglad
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 18, 2021

reformatting and reinstalling should work as long as your computer meets specs, Adobe Creative Cloud system requirements