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December 16, 2025
Question

Cannot open photoshop elements

  • December 16, 2025
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I purchased a download version of Photoshop Elements 2023. Recently I was prompted to log in to use the downloaded software. I try to login with my account and with my serial number. After accepting the information, the screen prompts me to log in again. And then this goes on endlessly. What do I need to do to use the software that I paid for? I am on Windows 11.

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Greg_S.
Community Expert
Community Expert
January 4, 2026

Try the following:

  • Download and install the Microsoft Visual Studio 2012 package.  Download both the x86 and x64 versions.
  • Remove your computer completely from the internet and activate it offline, using the instructions found here.