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What is an unlicensed Adobe app?
- Software has been modified or hacked, and/or
- Keys or accounts that are known to have been stolen are used, and/or
- Usage is not in line with the licensing terms of use (including the end-user license agreement).
How did I get an unlicensed Adobe app?
There are several ways in which you may have acquired unauthorized Adobe apps. Common reasons include:
- Buying from an unauthorized or unofficial online marketplace
- Getting your Adobe apps from a friend or associate who may not have known the source
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