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February 14, 2021
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Redeem from older version of product

  • February 14, 2021
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Hello I purchased photoshop elements originally in 2014 and still have the product and serial number in my account. I got a new computer and downloaded photoshop elements 2021. Am I able to use my originally purchased PSE serial number to activate the 2021 version (like it is an upgrade)?

If so, how? I cannot seem to find a redemption code. Thanks!

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Peru Bob
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 15, 2021

I cannot seem to find a redemption code.


By @LisaKate

A redemption code is used only once to get a seial number.  You will need your version 14 serial number to activate an upgrade purchase of  PSE 2021.

Nancy OShea
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 14, 2021

I'm not sure if 2014 qualifies you for an upgrade because it's 6-7 years out of date now.  And PSE 2014 might not be compatible with your new equipment and OS. 

 

For Mac Catalina you need PSE 2020 or higher.

For Big Sur you need PSE 2021 or higher.  See link below for more details.

https://helpx.adobe.com/photoshop-elements/system-requirements.html

 

Nancy O'Shea— Product User & Community Expert
Peru Bob
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 14, 2021

I'm not sure if 2014 qualifies you for an upgrade because it's 6-7 years out of date now. 

 


By @Nancy OShea

I'm pretty sure that all versions qualify:

I own an older version of Photoshop Elements. Can I get upgrade pricing?

Yes, we offer upgrade pricing for existing customers in the United States.

from here:

https://www.adobe.com/products/photoshop-elements/faq.html

John Waller
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 15, 2021

Yes, all versions qualify right back to version 1.

 

The Upgrade dialogue box just asks you which product you already own:

 

John T Smith
Community Expert
Community Expert
February 14, 2021

A serial number is linked to ONE version... you must buy the new version, not just download and install

 

If you bought the new version from Adobe, you will be sent a serial number or redemption code in an email