Learn how you can download and install Photoshop Elements on Windows and macOS.
With Photoshop Elements, you can create magic with your photos. You can have more than one version of Photoshop Elements installed on your computer. So, there’s no need to uninstall earlier versions.
Before you begin
- Make sure that you have administrative privileges for the account you are using.
- Use the latest version of Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, or Safari.
- Make sure that you have a valid Adobe ID.
- Disable pop-up blockers in your web browser.
- Temporarily disable firewalls, antivirus software, and third-party security software. Disabling them speeds up the installation process.
- Make sure that you are connected to the Internet until the installation is complete.
Download Photoshop Elements
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Open the Adobe Photoshop Elements download page in your web browser.
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Sign in with your Adobe ID. If you don't have an Adobe ID, you can create an Adobe ID.
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Select Download.
Install Photoshop Elements
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Open the Adobe Photoshop Elements installer file that you downloaded from the Adobe website.
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Sign in with your Adobe ID (usually your email) and password.
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Select Continue on the next screen that appears.
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On the Installation Options screen, do the following and select Continue:
- Select language
- Specify installation location
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In the screen that appears, select Photo Editor.
Select Photo Editor to launch Adobe Photoshop Elements 2025. Select Photo Editor to launch Adobe Photoshop Elements 2025. -
Sign in using your Adobe ID, if prompted.
You can convert to the full version anytime. Follow the given steps:
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If no valid license is found with your Adobe ID, you get a 7-day free trial. You can purchase a license on Adobe.com during or after the trial. You can also sign out and use an Adobe ID with a valid license.
The screen shows the number of free trial days left for Photoshop Elements 2025. The screen shows the number of free trial days left for Photoshop Elements 2025. -
After converting to the full version, you'll see the pop-up screen given and select Get Started. Then, you can successfully launch and use Adobe Photoshop Elements 2025.
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You can confirm the conversion status by navigating to Help > System Info and checking for License Type: Paid.
Check the license status as Paid. Check the license status as Paid. Note:- Can't find your redemption code? See Help with redemption codes to know more.
- Received a redemption code? Use your redemption code to get started.
- Can't find your redemption code? See Help with redemption codes to know more.