A guide on how to install Adobe applications for free.
- π Introduction
- β‘οΈ Overview of Adobe applications.
β οΈ Important Warning About GenP- β‘οΈ What is GenP?
- β‘οΈ Risks of using GenP.
- π₯ Installation Requirements
- β‘οΈ Adobe Creative Cloud.
- β‘οΈ GenP.
- π οΈ Step-by-Step Guide
- β‘οΈ Phase 1: Preparation and Thorough Uninstallation.
- β‘οΈ Phase 2: Installing Creative Cloud (CC).
- β‘οΈ Phase 3: Configuration and Activation Preparation.
- β‘οΈ Phase 4: Activation (Using Adobe GB).
- β‘οΈ Phase 5: Blocking Internet Connection.
- β Frequently Asked Questions
- β‘οΈ Common questions and answers.
Adobe Inc. is a globally recognized software company that specializes in multimedia and creativity software products. It is renowned for its innovative tools that empower individuals and businesses to design, create, and communicate visually.
Here are some of Adobe's most famous applications:
- π¨ Adobe Photoshop: A powerful image editing and graphic design software.
- βοΈ Adobe Illustrator: A vector graphics editor used for creating illustrations, logos, and artwork.
- π¬ Adobe Premiere Pro: A professional video editing software.
- β¨ Adobe After Effects: A tool for motion graphics and visual effects.
- π Adobe Acrobat: A software for creating, editing, and managing PDF documents.
- πΈ Adobe Lightroom: A photo editing and organization tool for photographers.
These applications are widely used across industries such as graphic design, video production, photography, and digital marketing.
GenP, short for "Generic Patcher," is a tool designed to extend the trial periods of Adobe Creative Cloud software on Windows systems. It modifies certain system files to reset the trial timer, effectively allowing users to use Adobe applications like Photoshop and Premiere Pro without a valid subscription.
- Using tools like
GenPto bypass copyright protections constitutes software piracy, which is illegal in most countries, including Vietnam.
- Cracking tools often come with malware, viruses, or ransomware. They may require administrative privileges and disabling antivirus software, creating significant security vulnerabilities.
This guide does not endorse or encourage the use of tools like
GenP. It is provided solely for educational purposes to raise awareness about the associated risks.
The
Source Codefolder may not be updated to the latest version. Please follow the instructions in the Installation Requirements section to download the latest version from GitHub.
- β Download: Get the official application from the Adobe Creative Cloud.
- β
Download: Get
GenP(GP) from its official source: GenP.
The goal of this phase is to ensure your computer is completely "clean" of any old Adobe versions to avoid conflicts during installation.
Before proceeding, make sure to uninstall all existing Adobe applications (such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and especially Adobe Creative Cloud) from your computer.
- Use your preferred uninstallation method (e.g., via Windows
"Apps & features"or specialized uninstallation tools) to ensure all leftover files and registry keys are thoroughly removed.
Download the necessary files mentioned in the Installation Requirements section.
Now you will install Adobe's main management tool.
- Run the
Creative Cloudinstaller. - Click
Continueand log in using your account (Gmail/Adobe). - Important Note: During the installation process, if a popup window appears, make sure to uncheck the box for
Adobe Genuine Service (AGS)before proceeding. - Wait for Creative Cloud to finish installing.
Before activation, you need to configure Creative Cloud (CC) and disable your antivirus software.
- Open the Creative Cloud application you just installed.
- Click on the menu (three-dot icon) ->
File->Reference. - Turn off all three settings:
- β
Launch Creative Cloud at login - β
Run Creative Cloud in the background after closing - β
Automatically keep Creative Cloud up to date
- β
- Click
Done. - Go back to
File->Quitto ensure the application is completely closed.
- Open
Windows Security. - Navigate to
Virus & threat protection->Manage settings. - Temporarily turn Off the
Real-time protectionoption.- This step ensures that the
GBtool is not blocked during the process.
- This step ensures that the
This is the software "cracking" step.
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Install and run Adobe GB:
- Download the
Adobe GBtool from the official source. - Extract the downloaded file to a folder on your computer.
- Locate and run the
run_build.batfile by double-clicking it. - The process will automatically create a
Releasefolder containing the main executable file forAdobe GB. - Right-click on the
Adobe GBexecutable file and selectRun as administratorto launch the tool.
- Download the
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Activate Creative Cloud:
- In the
GBtool, click theSearchbutton. - Once the scan is complete, click the
P (Patch)button to bypass the payment requirement.
- In the
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Install Applications:
- Open
Creative Cloud. - Navigate to the
Appsection and select the application you want to install (e.g.,Photoshop), then clickInstall. - Wait for the application to finish installing.
- Open
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Activate Applications (Second Time):
- After the application (e.g.,
Photoshop) is installed, closeCreative Cloud. - Reopen the
Adobe GBtool (Run as administrator). - Click
Searchagain to detect the newly installed application. - Click the
P (Patch)button to activate the specific application.
- After the application (e.g.,
The final step is to prevent the application from connecting to Adobe's servers.
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Use Adobe GB's Popup Tool:
- Open the
Adobe GBtool and switch to thePopup tooltab. - Locate the second option (referred to as
File onein the video, possiblyFirewall).
- Open the
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Add Firewall Rules:
- Click the
Add rulebutton. - Select
Select alland then clickOK.
- Click the
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Complete the Process:
- You can now re-enable your antivirus software (
Real-time protection) that was disabled in Phase 3.
- You can now re-enable your antivirus software (
- This guide is for educational purposes only. Using GenP or similar tools may violate Adobe's terms of service and is considered illegal in many jurisdictions.
- There is always a risk when using software cracking tools. Not only could you face legal consequences, but these tools often come with malware or other security risks.
- Updating may reverse the changes made by GenP, potentially requiring you to repeat the process. However, this is not guaranteed, and updates may also introduce new security vulnerabilities.
- Double-check each step to ensure everything was done correctly. If problems persist, consider seeking help from forums or communities familiar with Adobe software.
- The safest alternative is to purchase a legitimate license for Adobe software. This supports the developers and ensures you receive updates and support.