Adobe Creative Cloud Subscription Status: What You Need to Know

As a University Extension student, it's essential to understand the subscription status of Adobe Creative Cloud and how to use its services effectively. Here are some key points to keep in mind.

Eligibility

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To be eligible for Adobe Creative Cloud, you must be an active UCSC student, faculty, or staff member. If you're unsure about your eligibility, visit the ITS Support Center for assistance.

Signing In

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To sign in to Adobe Creative Cloud, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Adobe Sign-in Help page.

2. Use your CruzID Gold account and password.

3. Add your email address and choose 'Company or School account.'

4. Installed Creative Cloud apps require you to sign in to activate the software every 90 days.

Data Storage

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When using Adobe Cloud, be aware that it's not recommended to store Protected Data on their servers. Instead, take advantage of the 100 GB available for collaboration purposes.

Licenses and Devices

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Named User Creative Cloud licenses must be assigned to a specific person and cannot be shared or used with UCSC functional accounts. As a student, faculty, or staff member, you can activate Creative Cloud software on up to two computers simultaneously and install it on five devices that are either UC-owned or personally owned.

Acrobat

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Acrobat is included in Creative Cloud, but you can download the installer separately from ITS Software. Contact them to request an SDL install, which allows you to assign a license to a device instead of an individual.

Lab or Shared Computers

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For lab or shared computers with multiple users, you can install a Shared Device License (SDL) from Adobe Creative Cloud. This requires administrator rights on the computer.

University-Owned Computers

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If your university-owned computer is managed with BigFix, installation requires administrator rights. Otherwise, you can download and install the Creative Cloud app from the provided link.

Graduating Students

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Don't forget to migrate your Creative Cloud assets before graduating by following the instructions available on the ITS website.

By understanding these key points, you'll be able to effectively use Adobe Creative Cloud as part of your university experience. If you have any further questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to the ITS Support Center for assistance.

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