This thread is for all posts concerning Lightroom 6.x, whose last update, 6.14, was released in December 2017.Status of software versionThis includes questions regarding: Downloading Installing Activation Updating General Operation Any new threads created regarding these topics will be collected and merged into this thread.

https://community.adobe.com/t5/lightroom-classic-discussions/lightroom-6-sign-in-required/m-p/15065537#M391806

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simon_0541

Participant

Thank you very much for the links. I shall try that tomorrow. It has been an exasperating few days trying to get it done..

Regards

simon

https://community.adobe.com/t5/lightroom-classic-discussions/p-lightroom-6-14-download-is-no-longer-available-on-adobe-servers/m-p/14357593#M352977

Legend

Many (all?) of the links in this thread that point to the offline activation method for Lightroom 6 now point to something entirely different abpout downloading old Adobe software. The offline activation method for Lr 6 is not mentioned. Nor is Lightroom is not mentioned at all.

And, no one seemed to be complaining that the links are wrong, in fact some of the posts are marked correct, meaning when the links were put there months ago, people must have found the offline activation method worked because the links were correct at that time and explained how the offline activation method worked.

What is going on here?

I have the text of the offline activation method, so I can provide it as needed (but I don't know if it still works at all).

johnrellis

Legend

@dj_paige: "Many (all?) of the links in this thread that point to the offline activation method for Lightroom 6 now point to something entirely different abpout downloading old Adobe software. "

It looks like the threads in the Download & Install forum about Lightroom 6 have been cleansed. Adobe has purged posts about downloading old versions of Lightroom in the past, including ones that contained still-working links to Adobe's download servers. I'd guess they're trying to "encourage" users to upgrade to Lightroom or Lightroom Classic.

Meanwhile, these posts in the Lightroom Classic forum are still available:

Download LR 6.14 from the Internet Archive:

Offline activation of LR 6.14:

https://community.adobe.com/t5/lightroom-classic-discussions/lightroom-6-sign-in-required/m-p/15065537#M391806

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mg36676127

Participant

Hello Everyone. Wonder if anyone can help. I am running Lightroom Classic v6.14 very successfully on a PC with Windows 10 v22H2, but realise that I need to upgrade to Windows 11 now that support is ending in October. I am planning to buy a new PC but does anyone have any experience on running LR Classic v6.14 on Windows 11? My gut feel is that it would no longer work, but if it can indeed be done, are there are any instructions as to how to go about it? Thanks so much.

patrickb27394232

Participant

Bonjour de la part d'un Dinosaure sur LR 6.6 tournant sur

Mas OS High Sierra 10.13.6

iMac 27" Mi-2011 .

Après avoir chargé sur mon iMac, un catalogue plus récent tenu sur un Macbook de même génération, depuis un disque dur de sauvegarde externe, il fonctionnait avec succès sans problème depuis plusieurs jours, mais soudain Lightroom s'éteint !

(J'ai juste appuyé sur G voir les Imagettes), et depuis impossible d'ouvrir un Catalogue !

Quand je veux l'ouvrir,( Photo 1), puis à la tentative d'ouverture je vois apparaitre le PANNEAU CAUCHEMAR (Photo 2) :

" Lors de sa précédente ouverture, Lightroom a quitté inopinément pendant la réouverture des fenêtres , souhaitez vous … bla bla bla " ,

Depuis à chaque ouverture de catalogue quelqu'il soit , sur quelque support qu'il soit , et même un catalogue d'origine ancienne sur l'iMac font Bugger l'appli LR 6 et je me retrouve avec le panneau ( Photo 3) et c'est le début de la boucle infernale.

J'ai vraiment tout essayé car je le connais assez bien depuis 2012 !!

En ouverture de catalogue ou Applicatio LR , j'ai même une version 6.0 qui ne peut pas elle non plus ouvrir de catalogue,

D'ailleurs la preuve que ça ne vient pas de mon Ordi , c'est que mon "vieux LR 4.4 " , lui fonctionne à merveille mais comme il y a eu tant de progrès en passant à la version 6.6 , Le 4.4 ne permets pas de travailler correctement !

Si vous avez une idée , je suis preneur ! et en tout cas merci de m'avoir lu !

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Lightroom 6.6 no longer opens any catalog

Hello from a dinosaur on LR 6.6 turning on
Mas OS High Sierra 10.13.6
Imac 27 "mid-2011.

After having loaded on my iMac, a more recent catalog held on a MacBook of the same generation, from an external backup hard drive, it has been successfully working without problem for several days, but sudden Lightroom has been going out!
(I just pressed G see the pictures), and since it is impossible to open a catalog!
When I want to open it (photo 1), then at the opening attempt I see the nightmare panel appear (photo 2):
"During its previous opening, Lightroom left unexpectedly during the reopening of the windows, want you ... Bla Bla Bla",

Since at each catalog opening any, on any medium, on whatever medium, and even a catalog of ancient origin on the iMac have bugged the LR 6 app and I end up with the panel (photo 3) and it is the beginning of the hellish loop.
I really tried everything because I have known him quite well since 2012 !!
At the opening of a catalog or Application LR, I even have a 6.0 version which cannot open a catalog either,

Besides, proof that it does not come from my computer is that my "old LR 4.4", it works wonderfully but as there has been so much progress by going to version 6.6, 4.4 does not allow to work properly!

If you have an idea, I'm interested! And in any case thank you for reading me!

1_-_SELECTION_DE_CATALOGUE.pdf

2-LIGHTROOM_A_QUITTE.pdf

https://community.adobe.com/t5/lightroom-classic-discussions/p-lightroom-6-14-download-is-no-longer-...

Legend

I can't see your file attachments (or anyone's file attachments) and so you need to include them via clicking on the "Insert Photos" icon.

Taking a wild guess at what your problem is, please see these links

See here for the Lr 6 downloads. You will need to have a valid serial number for Lr 6 when you install it.

Offline installation of Lr 6 (this is the only way to install LR 6): https://community.adobe.com/t5/lightroom-classic-discussions/lightroom-6-sign-in-required/m-p/14822708#M376764

daniel-digit-digit-digit

Participant

I have been using Lightroom 6 on Windows since 2016 but today when I launched it, it demanded that I signed in to Adobe "to activate the software". Logging in worked (after getting an email with a code) and I returned to the launcher that demanded that I accept an EULA. Doing so closed the window but Lightroom did not start.

I have repeated that process, including the emails, three times, exact same process every time.

I found a 2024 link to a post about how to do "offline activation" but that page has been removed, and it also refererred to a user interface that does not exist.

I appreciate that Lightroom is no longer maintained, but surely it can't be remotely shut down?

How do I get my Lightroom running again?

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m_0862

Participating Frequently

i had a similar issue. The only thing that worked for me: starting the adobe application manager (is installed alongside lightroom). This will then ask to update the software - replacing adobe application manager by adobe cloud. But after i start lightroom and again need to login - but this time it worked.

DW53

Participant

OK, I had been using the old version successfully on Win 11 for some time.A system failure required a rebuild and new SSD with OS. When I loaded a saved image onto the drive, LR was present, and launched once. After that it no longer launches, and at best gives the activation count exceeding error. While there are no other machines present with LR install, of course Adobe now states they cannot assist in any activation resets. Even on my Adobe account, I see "no activated devices" so there is no way to change it there. I tried reinstalling LR ( after using Adobe cleaner to remove, and closing the OOBE folder with an .old extension.) as a trial version and test, but that only lists my true serial number as exceeded. Adobe only wants me to subcribe, and pay them forever. I kindly repel from that. It seems trial versions can no longer be attempted.

I have been testing ON1 Photo RAW 2025, a one time license payment, as a LR alternative. It appears very powerful, works with RAW and other image types, can integrate to LR and PS if you have them, has more filters and effects than I have seen in other programs. If as functional as I hope, it will remove my need for LR entirely.

Legend

Use the offline activation method for Lr 6, it works for almost everyone who tried it. It is described and linked many times in this thread.

If as functional as I hope, it will remove my need for LR entirely.

We're happy that you found something you like.

daniel-digit-digit-digit

Participant

Are you sure it still works? It seems to refer to pages, resources and links I could no longer find.

https://community.adobe.com/t5/download-install-discussions/lightroom-6-on-a-new-pc/m-p/14638713#M58...

G�nther 8699

Participant

Hi, I have problems with the Adobe Lightroom login. I log in responsively, enter the 6-digit identification number I received by email and receive a confirmation message. After accepting the software license agreement, the window closes. When I then restart Lightroom, the whole thing starts all over again. See attached picture gallery.

regards Günther

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Adobe Lightroom 6 • Win 11 24H2

AxelMatt

Community Expert

Do you try to activate LR 6? If yes you must use the offline activation by 'kglad' in below linked thread

My System: Intel i7-8700K - 64GB RAM - NVidia Geforce RTX 3060 - Windows 11 Pro 25H2 -- LR-Classic 15 - Photoshop 27 - Nik Collection 8 - PureRAW 5 - Topaz Photo

G�nther 8699

Participant

Hi Axel,

many thanks for the prompt help, Lightroom is working perfectly again.

best regards Günther

royc36381499

Participant

Many years ago I purchased Lightroom and continued using it for many years. Some time ago I found that I was unable to launch it and registered a subscription to the Adobe whateveritscalled suite. I cancelled this subscription as I could not justify the expense as a pensioner. Having PAID for Lightroom I would like to be able to use it occasionally. How do I get back to using what I paid for and used successfully for years?

Roy

Win 10 but may use on Win11.

Legend

Many old versions of Lightroom (pre-Classic) can be installed on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Some features may not work. What version of Lightroom were you using?

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ken_6714

Participating Frequently

I am trying to reistall lightroom classic.
I instlled from my CD
enetered the redemption code to get my serial number

instlled the software but when I start it it just keeps asking me to login whoich i do butsoftware wont start and adobe help is no help

when i run te app it just say to log in

im stuck trying to run a copy i bought from adobie

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ken_6714

Participating Frequently

it just asked me to sign it but signing in does not aactivate the product

K

ken_6714

Participating Frequently

just found a fix online here. They really dont want you to be baelto use your offline version.

this solution worked for me:
https://community.adobe.com/t5/download-install-discussions/lightroom-6-on-a-new-pc/td-p/14638162

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madison_4552

Participant

I have a hard-copy disk of Lightroom 6 with serial number. I have installed it only once in the past on one computer. That computer recently died and so I tried to reinsall it on my new computer. No problems until registration. As you know, it asks you immediately to login with your Adobe ID on their website and that will automatically open your software. Well, I did that, except it sends me on an endless loop of registration. I login with my Adobe ID, it tells me it is successful (it is a window only for registration, there are no other links on the page). It tells me it is OK to close the page now that I have registered my product. A window appears on my desktop with the EULA, laws and rules of Adobe. I naturally click "accept." The window disappears. I then try to open Lightroom 6 and the same window appears again, asking me to login.

In comparison, I have Photoshop CS 5. Yep, absolute dinosaur, but it works for what I need.! Ha! I have installed it multiple times on different computers, and have never encountered this problem. I just reinstalled it on my new computer and it works fine. Lightroom 6 does not, it sends me on an endless loop. The serial number that comes with the disk should have been enough to allow me to use the software, but i have to login with my Adobe ID. Obvioulsy, I have one, otherwise I wouldn't be here.

So...any solutions. I tried talking to a tech, but they do not offer support for legacy programs like Lightroom 6. Everything is on the cloud now. I get that, but my software disk should have no problems installing. I have thought about uninstalling it and trying again, which is something I just might do. Maybe there was some glitch, but i'm asking if anyone else has had this problem and if they were able to fix it.

Thank you for your time.

Mads

Legend

Hello @madison_4552

Use the "offline activation procedure". https://community.adobe.com/t5/download-install-discussions/lightroom-6-on-a-new-pc/m-p/14638713#M580921

gary_1874

Participant

My Lightroom V6 is showing via the help an option to sign out - this is showing an old email address which is no longer valid - I did try signing into Adobe with this old email address but it did not reconise it.

My concern if I do sign out from Lightroom V6, when I then try installing Lightroom v6 from my original purchased CD & licence key onto my new PC (windows 11), I would not be able to load Lightroom V6 since I cannot sign into Adobe which is a requirement to install Lightroom.

I have created a new Adobe signon with my current email address, but I presume Adobe system would link the licence key against the old email address and would expect the old email address to be linked back during the install process on my new PC.

I did reach out to the Adobe support agent who advised Lightroom can be transferred to another PC as a one-off even though product is EOL. But then directed me to the forum without any further assistance.

Rob_Cullen

Community Expert

I have never had the need to re-install Lr v6.14, but here is what I have learnt in the forums-

Adobe will offer no help for 'End of Life' Lr6,

Activation servers at Adobe have been closed for online activation so activation offline is now the only known possible way. @ LIGHTROOM 6 -OFFLINE ACTIVATION

Note: The presence of the Adobe Creative Cloud App converts v6.14 to a subscription version CC2015 (with only 30 days of use). Do not install CC Desktop app if you want to continue with v6.

And you may only be able to download v6.14 from the Interneet Archive Wayback site- Lr6.14 Wayback Machine

With new operating systems that are not guaranteed to work with v6 you would be better to subscribe to either the Lightroom Plan or the Photography Plan for v14, - far advanced on v6 with many new features.

@ BUY PHOTOGRAPHY PLANS

Regards. My System: Windows-11, Lightroom-Classic 15.0, Photoshop 27.0, ACR 18.0, Lightroom 9.0, Lr-iOS 10.4.0, Bridge 16.0 .