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.

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This thread is for all posts concerning Lightroom 6.x, whose last update, 6.14, was released in December 2017.

Status of software version

This includes questions regarding:

Downloading
Installing
Activation
Updating
General Operation

Any new threads created regarding these topics will be collected and merged into this thread.

Correct answer dj_paige

There is no longer any on-line activation for Lr 6. To do the move, you will need to follow these instructions https://www.lightroomqueen.com/how-move-lightroom-to-new-computer/ and then to install Lr 6 you will need to use the offline activation method https://community.adobe.com/t5/download-install-discussions/lightroom-6-on-a-new-pc/m-p/14638713#M580921

Download at https://web.archive.org/web/20231127160507mp_/https://prdl-download.adobe.com/Lightroom/60BA1251F1BC48B8B82B1B63AE8E620E/1552643270580/Lightroom_6_LS11.exe

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lars_7552

New Participant

Hello,

I am currently having Lightroom classic 6.14 stand alone licence, and it is running on a windows 10 desktop. All my photos resides on a separate NAS. Now I would like to buy a new desktop with windows 11 and upgrade to the latest Lightroom classic subscription. I think the plan is with 20 GB. What are the correct steps to perform ? My idea is :

Set up the new desktop windows 11 computer and connect it to the NAS
Copy the Lightroom catalog from the windows 10 to the new windows 10 computer
Download Lightroom classic subscription and install it on the windows 11 desktop.

Questions :

Where should I place the Lihgtroom catalog file (from windows 10 desktop) in the new windows 11 desktop ?
As I Understand it , the old catalog will be converted to a new one when I install Lihgtroom in the new desktop. Correct ?
Are there any more files or objects that I need to copy from the old desktop ?

Many thanks in advance

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dj_paige

Brainiac

Full explanation here: https://www.lightroomqueen.com/how-move-lightroom-to-new-computer/

To answer your specific questions

1. LrC catalog can go anywhere that you have write permission as long it is not in "the cloud" and not in a folder that is shared with "the cloud" and not on a networked drive. It doesn't really matter. Probably you want it on your fastest disk, which is the internal disk. Best practice is to put it in the Pictures folder on Windows, easy to remember, easy to find.

2. A copy is made and the copy of the catalog file is upgraded (not converted) to the current LrC version. The original catalog file remains available and is unchanged.

3. At a minimum you need the .lrcat file and the .lrcat-data file. You can move other files as well, but the rest of these LrC will re-generate as needed.

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lars_7552

New Participant

Thanks a lot to your fast and precice answer.

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Ubertrout

Participating Frequently

Hi, I recently had to reinstall Windows and reinstall programs. I have a license for lightroom 6 linked to my Adobe account, but I don't seem to be able to do it. If I try to start it it asks me to paste the link into a browser and log in. I've done so, using 2fa, and then it sees the login and goes to the EULA. When I click accept on the EULA the program disappears and that's the end of it. When I click on it again the process repeats. I've tried running LR as administrator but it makes no difference seemingly.

My Adobe account shows a license for Lightroom 6 and no activated devices.

I'm not interested in paying for CC - I'm an occasional hobbyist photographer and Lightroom 6 suits my needs perfectly.

[Moved from ‘Bugs’ to ‘Discussions’ by moderator, according to forum rules.]

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Ubertrout

Participating Frequently

I should clarify that I had the installer for 6.14 handy and it installed fine. It just won't run.

majip14251466

New Participant

Buonasera, ho acquistato le licenze complete di Lightroom 5 e 6 negli anni passati, ma ora non riesco più a utilizzarle. Non voglio passare alla versione aggiornata di Lightroom, preferisco continuare ad usare le versioni che ho acquistato. Come posso fare?

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dj_paige

Brainiac

See here for Lr 5 downloads. You will need to have a valid serial number for Lr 5 when you install it.

https://community.adobe.com/t5/lightroom-classic-discussions/lightroom-classic-5-7-problem/m-p/15069220#M392068

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

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

Offline installation of Lr 6 (this is the only way to install LR 6): https://community.adobe.com/t5/download-install-discussions/lightroom-6-on-a-new-pc/m-p/14638713#M580921

Now, @majip14251466 this is very important. You must save the download file on your computer or in the cloud in case you need it again. There is no guarantee you will be able to download these files in the future.

majip14251466

New Participant

Grazie mille però non mi fa attivare il modulo sviluppo.

modulo Sviluppo e disattivato Per riattivarlo, acquistate un'iscrizione o una licenza.
se disponete di un numero di serie da immettere, disconnettetevi dal menu Aiuto, eseguite nuovamente l'accesso e fate clic su Autorizza questo software

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natural_Explorer5E33

Participating Frequently

HELP!

I got a new computer, but can't access Lightroom 6. I was sent a download link, but I end up stuck in a sign in loop. I have called Adobe multiple times and they are no help. Has anyone had this issue?

I have used multiple browsers and deleted cookies, ect.

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William_Girimonti3717

New Participant

I am having the EXACT same issue!

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Jacob380594473mlu

Participating Frequently

Hi all,

I have been a happy user os Lightroom 6 for years. A few days ago my SSD broke down which ment I had to get a new clean SSD with a clean Windows 10 on it. How do I install LR 6 again?

I found an installer for it (not on Adobe's pages), but when it tells to log in during installation it says I should update the browser..? Everything is up to date and I can't update anything. How to fix this? And how do I install LR 6?

BR Jacob

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Adam_R_Davis

New Participant

Hey friends,

I just bought a new laptop and wanted to install my LR 6 on it. I bought LR 6 and have a perpetual license and I've been told by many people that once installed it works fine on an Windows 11 machine. The issue is I can't install it. I actually downloaded the installation file directly from Adobe prior to their taking it down, so I have the exe file. I opened it and it extracted a bunch of files including "set up" which I believe is what I need to open to install LR 6. When I do it takes me to an "adobe installer" pop up that says "we've encountered the following issues: Installer has detected that a machine restart may be pending. It is recommended that you quit the installer, restart your machine and try installing again." SInce I've restarted my machine many times and it always gives this warning, I have come to press the ignore button. When I do it initializes the installer and then says: "welcome" and gives two options: install, I have purhased or try, I want to try adobe lightroom for a limited time. I've tried selecting both and the outcome is the same. A new pop up appears which says sign in is required and then when I press "sign in" it take me to a new pop up which is a dead end that says:

"Update your browser

To use Adobe services, please update your Adobe applications, operating system, and browser to the latest versions."

There's no way to exit this window except going to task manager and ending the task for Adobe Applications Manager (32 bit).

I'd really prefer to install LR 6 and not have a monthly charge. I don't need any newer features. My workflow is well established. Anyone have a solution to this issue? I really appreciate your thoughts and assistance...

Adam

johnrellis

Brainiac

A number of people have reported similar symptoms (including me). It appears that sometime after Adobe announced December 2023 that you could no longer download LR 6.14 from Adobe.com, they turned off the activation servers needed to complete new installations. No one has reported how to activate LR 6.14.