A package of software used for graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, and more.
BYU students (including those who are about to graduate) can purchase a full year of access to Adobe Creative Cloud at the discounted rate of $30
Need help troubleshooting an issue with Adobe applications?
Take your Adobe Creative Cloud work with you when you graduate.
Transferring your files is easy! If you want to continue editing your files stored on the Creative Cloud you must migrate them to a new, personal Creative Cloud membership or a different, personal storage location. Visit this site to begin transferring your files:
CREATIVE CLOUD DESKTOP APPLICATIONS
Product Overview
See an overview of what Creative Cloud offers. Check out the Adobe Help Center to find helpful step-by-step tutorials for each Adobe Application.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Students and part-time employees must purchase/request access prior to downloading.
- Download the Adobe Creative Cloud Desktop app.
- Run the downloaded installer.
- Login to the Creative Cloud Desktop app with your NetID@byu.edu and password.
- Use the Creative Cloud Desktop app to download any of the desired Adobe Creative Cloud applications to function.
MOBILE APPLICATIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Getting Started
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Toggle ItemWhat is Adobe Creative Cloud?Adobe Creative Cloud is a compilation of professional applications used for editing and creating video, design, photography, and web design.
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Toggle ItemHow do I obtain access to Adobe Creative Cloud?
BYU Employees
All BYU employees must submit a request here for access to Adobe Creative Cloud. Requests by student employees must be approved by their manager before obtaining access. They are also permitted to use Adobe Creative Cloud for personal, non-business related projects.Students
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Toggle ItemHow do I sign into Adobe Creative Cloud?1. Launch Adobe Creative Cloud
2. Use your NetID@byu.edu and select continue
3. You will be redirected to a page where you will input your NetID@byu.edu and associated password to sign in (You may need to authenticate through DUO if it is enabled).
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Toggle ItemHow do I backup data from Creative CloudOption 1: Download files from the Adobe Sync folder.
- Open the Creative Cloud desktop app
- Navigate to the "Your Work" tab
- Select the "Your Works Link" icon in the left sidebar
- Select "Open sync folder"
- You can drag and drop synced files directly from Creative Cloud to your desktop
Note: Cloud documents and Mobile creations that are not in the sync folder will need to be downloaded by following the steps in option 2.
Option 2: Download individual files from the Creative Cloud Website- Open the Creative Cloud website.
- Go to the tab containing your file:
- Select a file and then select the More actions icon …
- Select "download" to obtain the file.
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Toggle ItemHow do I access my files after my account expires?When your license expires, you will lose access to your university Creative Cloud products and files. If you want to continue editing your files stored on the Creative Cloud you must migrate them to a new, personal Creative Cloud membership or a different, personal storage location.
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Toggle ItemWhat happens to my account when I graduate?If you purchased a Creative Cloud license through BYU, your access will continue past graduation until a year after your purchase date. If you were granted a Creative Cloud license due to an on-campus job, you will lose access to Adobe products and files upon graduation. If you want to continue editing your files stored on the Creative Cloud you must migrate them to a new, personal Creative Cloud membership or a different, personal storage location.
Visit this web site to begin migrating your files: https://helpx.adobe.com/enterprise/kb/transfer-assets.html
Troubleshooting
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Toggle Item"You don't have access to manage apps"Mac: This error can be resolved by running the following package: Mac Adobe Apps-Tab Repair
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Toggle ItemAcrobat Error: "The serial number ... is already in use by the maximum allowed computers"The following instructions will resolve the Acrobat serial number error:
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Toggle ItemCan I request a refund for my Adobe CC purchase?You may only request a refund within 30 days of purchasing Adobe CC with good reason. (i.e. you accidentally purchased two licenses) We cannot refund a purchase that you made with Adobe, only purchases directly through BYU. In order to request a refund, you need to provide proof of purchase. Please contact IT support to request a refund.
MORE QUESTIONS?
Live Chat with BYU IT Support or call/text 801‑422‑4000.