Last updated on Apr 14, 2025

Learn how to download, install, and launch trial versions of Creative Cloud apps.

  1. Go to the Creative Cloud apps catalog. Find the app you want to download (such as Photoshop), and then select Free trial.

    The Creative Cloud apps catalog page shows the available apps or products with options to search for products, apply filters, and buy products or get a free trial.
    You can try any Creative Cloud app for 7 days.

  2. Choose a plan and select Continue.

    The Choose a plan window shows the available plans, and options to view all plans and pricing, select a subscription, and add a 7-day free trial for Adobe Stock.
    You can also include a 7-day free trial of Adobe Stock by selecting the checkbox in Pick a subscription.

  3. Enter your email address and select Continue.

    The payments page shows a text box to enter your email address and your plan details, and options to continue or return to the previous page.
    If you have signed in to your Adobe account, you may not get this window.

  4. Select your preferred payment method. 

    The payment information page displays the available payment methods and plan details.
    The payment methods may vary depending on the region or country.

  5. Enter your payment information, and then select Agree and subscribe.

    The payments info page displays the plan details, fields to to enter payment details, and options to agree and subscribe to the plan and go back to the previous page.
    The required details include your card number, expiration date in MMYY format, first and last name, zip code, and country/region.

    Note:

    Your trial period is free, and you can cancel online anytime without any fees.

  6. Select Get Started to begin the download.

    The Creative Cloud desktop installs automatically and manages the app installation. Once installed, your app opens automatically.

    Note:

    If you encounter an error while downloading or installing, you can search our troubleshooting page for solutions.