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June 11, 2025
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Install 2020 on different computer

  • June 11, 2025
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Since 2020 is apparently no longer available to the public. Is Adobe saying I'm SOL after only 2+ years and forcing me to purchase the newest version?

Correct answer Dave Creamer of IDEAS

Adobe has discontinued selling perpetual versions of Acrobat after Acrobat 2020. However, if you would like a non-subscription version of Acrobat, Acrobat Pro 2024 desktop software provides three years of paid access to Acrobat desktop and is available as a one-time, upfront purchase ($324 US).

 

I'm not sure how long the 2020 activation servers will continue to work.

Installers: https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/kb/acrobat-2020-downloads.html

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Dave Creamer of IDEAS
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Dave Creamer of IDEASCommunity ExpertCorrect answer
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June 11, 2025

Adobe has discontinued selling perpetual versions of Acrobat after Acrobat 2020. However, if you would like a non-subscription version of Acrobat, Acrobat Pro 2024 desktop software provides three years of paid access to Acrobat desktop and is available as a one-time, upfront purchase ($324 US).

 

I'm not sure how long the 2020 activation servers will continue to work.

Installers: https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/kb/acrobat-2020-downloads.html

David Creamer: Community Expert (ACI and ACE 1995-2023)
try67
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try67Community Expert
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June 11, 2025

No, you can still use it, if you have a valid copy. The fact they don't sell it any longer doesn't mean it won't work (in this case; older versions might not).

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