Change install location of your Creative Cloud apps

Last updated on Oct 14, 2026

Learn about changing the default install location for Adobe Creative Cloud apps and updating where new apps are installed.

All Creative Cloud apps are installed at the default location on your system. However, you can change the install location for your apps in the Creative Cloud desktop app. Follow these steps to install your apps in a new location.

Select the Creative Cloud icon in the Windows taskbar or the macOS menu bar to open the Creative Cloud desktop app.

Select the Account icon in the upper-right corner, and then select Preferences.

The Account menu icon in the top-right corner of the Creative Cloud desktop app provides the option to select app preferences. — Access Preferences to manage settings that apply to future Creative Cloud app installations.

Select Apps from the left panel.

Adobe Creative Cloud preferences panel open on the “Apps” tab, showing options for auto-update, install location, and bandwidth use. — App settings help customize the installation and update experience across Creative Cloud apps.

Select the Default location icon next to the Install location option, then select the location where you want to install your Creative Cloud apps.

Adobe Creative Cloud preferences panel open on the “Apps” tab, highlighting the “Installing” section where users can set the default install location. — Ensure the selected drive has sufficient free storage space before changing the location.

Select Done to apply the changes.

Once done, your apps will install in the new location.

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