Adobe Acrobat Pro
Adobe Acrobat Pro is an application that allows you to view, create, manipulate, print and manage PDF Files.
- Adobe Acrobat Pro is also available as part of the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
- If you are looking for the non-subscription (perpetual) license of Adobe Acrobat Pro, you can purchase it from CDW-G, use Item # 6996328
How to Get Adobe Acrobat Pro
Faculty or Staff
- Named User Licenses are available for purchase for faculty and staff
- Purchase requires a valid UW budget number and authorization from a budget approver.
- No Procurement cards or direct sales to individuals are available.
- Adobe Acrobat Pro is available through an annual subscription, with the license period running from July 1 through June 30.
- UW-IT cannot prorate or refund the cost of the Adobe Acrobat license subscription
- UW-IT will automatically bill for the Adobe Acrobat license in the next license cycle.
License Details
- Named User Licenses are assigned to an individual. Acrobat may be installed on multiple devices, but can only be used on one device at a time by the named user.
- An individual license can not be assigned to a shared UW NetID.
- Once purchased, you will be automatically billed for Adobe Acrobat Pro on an annual basis unless you opt out of the renewal before the opt-out deadline. For more information about the opt-out deadline or to submit an opt-out request form, visit: https://itconnect.uw.edu/wares/uware/uw-software-renewal-opt-out-request/.
Additional Information
Adobe Acrobat Pro FAQs
Where can I get help using this software?
- For technical support, visit: Adobe Help Center
- For free tutorials, visit: Acrobat tutorials
- For any other questions email: help@uw.edu
On how many devices can I use Adobe Acrobat Pro?
- You can install Acrobat on multiple computers
- You can remain signed in to the apps on up to 2 computers
- You can use your app on only one computer at a time
Can I use this on computers not owned by the UW?
- Yes
Can I assign a license to a shared user account?
- No
What happens to the software license when an employee or student leaves?
- Employee licenses can be transferred to another user at your request. Use the opt-out form to end the license if you don’t want to transfer it.
- Students licenses are not valid once you leave UW.
Can I acquire a perpetual license of Adobe Acrobat Pro?
- Yes, you can purchase it from CDW-G, use Item #6098625
Quick Facts
Available for
- Faculty
- Staff
Platform
PC, MacCost
$50 annually
Category:
- Productivity
Documentation and Support
- Adobe Training: Acrobat tutorials
- Acrobat Support: Adobe Help Center
- For additional support, email: help@uw.edu.
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