How to download and install Adobe Acrobat DC trial

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Download Adobe Acrobat Pro DC desktop software and find out how Acrobat Pro DC can take your work to the next level—with a free trial. (For other download and installation-related help, click the appropriate link above.)

The trial version includes all desktop features of Acrobat Pro DC, plus a limited set of Document Cloud services including the ability to fill, sign, and send forms on a tablet device, store and share files online, and access recently viewed files across devices. A paid subscription is required to take advantage of other services including the ability to get signatures from others; send and track documents online; and create and export PDFs from a browser or mobile device.

Follow the steps below based on your operating sustem.

Visit the Acrobat DC free trial download page.

Review the Trial Program FAQs and the System Requirements, displayed at the bottom of the page. Ensure that your computer meets the requirements. Click Get Started.

Enter your Adobe ID. If you do not have an Adobe ID, enter your email address. Select the plan you intend to purchase after the trial period expires, and click Continue.

What is an Adobe ID?

An Adobe ID secures and personalizes your experience with Adobe products and services. Your purchases, membership, and trials of Adobe products and services are associated with your Adobe ID. You can also use your Adobe ID to register your Adobe products, order products, and track orders, contact Adobe support, and participate in Adobe forums and events.

Enter your password to sign in, and click Continue.

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For new users, the billing page is displayed. You will be prompted to setup the password later.

The billing page is displayed. Select your payment method, and fill the details. Click Start Free Trial.

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A binary setup file is downloaded. It's not a complete installer. When you run the file, the actual download and installation starts.

The order confirmation page is displayed. Click Get Started.

Select your applicable option from the list in the required fields, and click Continue.

Based on the browser you're using, follow the instructions below:

Chrome

You can see the downloaded exe file in the lower-left corner of the browser window. The filename is "Acrobat_DC_Set-Up.exe". Double-click the exe file, and skip to the next step.

Firefox

a. You see a file download prompt. Click Save File.

b. You can see the downloaded exe file by clicking the Show All Downloads icon in the upper-right corner of the window. The filename is "Acrobat_DC_Set-Up.exe". Double-click the exe file, and skip to the next step.

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Press Ctrl+J to open the Firefox Library dialog box. You can see the downloaded exe file under Downloads.

Internet Explorer

You see a prompt at the bottom of the window asking you to Save or Run the file. Click Run and then skip to the next step.

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If you cannot locate the downloaded file, open Windows Explorer and then select the Downloads folder in the left navigation pane. Double-click the downloaded setup file.

The User Account Control prompt appears. Click Yes.

The installer starts downloading and installing Acrobat.

In the Let's Get Started dialog box, click Continue.

The Check your browser dialog box is displayed. A new browser tab is opened for you to sign in to your Adobe account. Follow onscreen instructions in the browser's tab.

After successful sign-in, choose your Acrobat skill level from the drop-down list and click Continue.

The installation starts and takes a few minutes to complete.

After the installation is complete, Acrobat DC opens automatically. If prompted, sign in to your Adobe account.

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If you see a warning message saying your Acrobat subscription cannot be validated, click the Continue in Trial button.

Visit the Acrobat DC free trial download page.

Review the Trial Program FAQs and the System Requirements, displayed at the bottom of the page. Ensure that your computer meets the requirements. Click Get Started.

Enter your Adobe ID. If you do not have an Adobe ID, enter your email address. Select the plan you wish to purchase after the trial period expires and click Continue.

What is an Adobe ID?

An Adobe ID secures and personalizes your experience with Adobe products and services. Your purchases, membership, and trials of Adobe products and services are associated with your Adobe ID. You can also use your Adobe ID to register your Adobe products, order products and track orders, contact Adobe support, and participate in Adobe forums and events.

Enter your password to sign in, and click Continue.

Note:

For new users, the billing page is displayed. You will be prompted to setup the password later.

The billing page is displayed. Select your payment method, and fill the details. Click Start Free Trial.

The Adobe Creative Cloud web page is opened in a new tab, and the Acrobat DC installer (.DMG) file is downloaded.

Based on which browser you're using, follow the instructions below:

Safari

You can see the downloaded DMG file by clicking the Show Downloads icon in the upper-right corner of the window. Double-click the DMG file, and skip to the next step.