Deactivate Acrobat X

Forum|Forum|10 months ago
March 22, 2025
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I know that Acrobat X is no longer supported but I am trying to find a way to use it. I switched computers and would really like to get Acrobat X working on new computer. It says it is already installed on two computers. I have one of the old computers but it won't deactivate. Is there a registry key or something I can do to get this working? I just need it for a short time and am not in a position where I want to purchase a new subscription. I can understand that I can't get support for old program but I should be able to deactivate/activate if I have the download and the serial number. Any way????

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kglad

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timeandcentsAuthor

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@kgladThank you for trying to help. My old computer is on latest version of OS. I did try to deactivate - it didn't work. I think it is because Adobe has blocked deactivation and activation of old versions.

kglad

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@timeandcents

oh, you're essentially correct. acrobat x can no longer be activated. you can use it for 30 days and then must expend either time or effort extend another 30 days etc.

kglad

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no, you have to open acrobat on your old computer > click help > deactivate.

your old computer needs security updates to its os and default (non-opera) browser to convey the deactivation to adobe.

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