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Beebeesee
Beebeesee
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March 12, 2026
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single liscence for two computers

  • March 12, 2026
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I have a single-user version of Adobe DC. However, I need the programme for my desktop computer and my laptop when I am travelling. Recently, I have had to log out first so that I can work with it on the other computer. Does anyone have a good idea for a workaround?

That means, I use it only on one computer at a time, but now I have to sign out first, which is very laborious.

    Correct answer Jeffrey_A_Wright

    Thanks for posting, ​@Beebeesee . In addition to the helpful suggestion offered by ​@Dave Creamer of IDEAS please see https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/apps/licensing-activation/activate-deactivate-apps/activate-deactivate-when-switching-computer.html for information on how to manage the activations for Acrobat DC online.

     

    This process will not work if you are using an older version of Acrobat, so please update this discussion with the exact version of Acrobat you are using, if you have any additional questions.

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    Beebeesee
    BeebeeseeAuthor
    Participant
    March 23, 2026

    I think you solved the problem. I upgraded my computer to windows 11 and therefor the activition in adobe had to be deactivated. I will see, when i am in my office if this was the solution, but it seems so. Thanks a lot !!!

    Jeffrey_A_Wright
    Jeffrey_A_WrightCorrect answer
    Legend
    March 12, 2026

    Thanks for posting, ​@Beebeesee . In addition to the helpful suggestion offered by ​@Dave Creamer of IDEAS please see https://helpx.adobe.com/download-install/apps/licensing-activation/activate-deactivate-apps/activate-deactivate-when-switching-computer.html for information on how to manage the activations for Acrobat DC online.

     

    This process will not work if you are using an older version of Acrobat, so please update this discussion with the exact version of Acrobat you are using, if you have any additional questions.

    Dave Creamer of IDEAS
    Community Expert
    Dave Creamer of IDEASCommunity Expert
    Community Expert
    March 12, 2026

    You should have two activations for each license just for the situation you describe. Are you sure it is not activated on another computer or one you replaced the hard drive on?

    David Creamer: Community Expert (ACI and ACE 1995-2023)
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