I am New to Adobe. I need help on use of SDK

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I wish to build application integrations with Adobe Reader, specifically in the area of commenting and stamping. I understand Adobe Acrobat SDK is what I will need. Are there any cost attached to the SDK? Are there any restrictions in distributing applications made using the SDK?

[try67]

[Question moved to the Acrobat SDK forum]

[Test Screen Name]

You should understand first that the Acrobat SDK is a tool for automating Acrobat. It is not a tool for automating the free Reader software (now called Acrobat Reader), with some very special exceptions. (If you don't know the difference between Acrobat and Reader, you must get this first...)

It's possible to write, in C++, plug-ins for Acrobat. It is possible to apply for a license and fee to make them work with Reader, but this is not automatic. Adobe will reject applications if they feel that it is getting into Acrobat territory (i.e. reducing sales of Acrobat in favour of Reader). Editing PDFs is not permitted in a Reader plug-in.

There are some specific limitations on use of the SDK, both technical  and those included in the SDK license, which needs careful reading. There are no limitations on distribution, because the user is expected to buy Acrobat and adhere to its license terms (such as no server use).