under general->Application startup, 'currently in certified mode:yes' always

[Timothy233204290bhc]

I need to use an uncertified plugin and even though the 'use only certified plug-ins' is unchecked - it still says it is in certified mode and the usual set/exit, unset/exit doesn't change it.  Any suggestions appreciated.  Thanks

[Tariq Ahmad]

Hi @Timothy233204290bhc, 

Thank you for reaching out.

The message “Currently in Certified Mode: Yes (Always)” under Preferences > General > Application Startup indicates that Adobe Acrobat is running in Certified Mode. In this mode, only Adobe-certified and trusted plug-ins are loaded when the application starts. This is a standard security feature designed to enhance stability and protect against unverified or potentially harmful plug-ins.

This setting is enabled by default and is recommended, especially in environments where document integrity and security are critical.

No changes are necessary if you are not developing plug-ins or troubleshooting plug-in-related issues. Acrobat will continue to function fully while maintaining a secure and trusted environment.

For more details on Certified Mode, refer to our official documentation: https://adobe.ly/3TrI6Y5

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~Tariq

[Dawna25294848hsyu]

Again ADobe over stepping it bouds. We have an addin the has worked for YEARS. So it stopped working on one of the updates and no one can foifgur eout to resolve the issue as the vendor does not have a certified version. Thank you for making all of my user miserable.