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Are Old Versions of Photoshop Free?

Last updated on September 23, 2022 @ 10:19 pm

PRO TIP: Old versions of Photoshop are not free. Adobe no longer offers older versions of Photoshop for sale, and they cannot be legally downloaded from any other source. If you are using an old version of Photoshop, you may be at risk of malware or other security threats.

Adobe Photoshop is a software program for image editing and creation. It is widely used by graphic designers, photographers, and web developers. The latest version of Photoshop is CC (Creative Cloud). However, older versions of Photoshop are also available for purchase.

CS6 is the most recent version available for purchase. Older versions, such as CS5 and CS4, are no longer available for purchase. However, you may be able to find them second-hand or through Adobe’s Creative Cloud subscription service.

So, are old versions of Photoshop free? Unfortunately, no.

Even though Adobe no longer sells older versions of Photoshop, they are still copyrighted material. This means that you cannot download them for free from the internet. If you do find a website offering older versions of Photoshop for free, it is likely illegal and you should not download or use them.

If you want to use an older version of Photoshop, your best bet is to purchase it second-hand or sign up for Adobe’s Creative Cloud subscription service. With Creative Cloud, you can download and use any Adobe software program, including all the latest versions of Photoshop. This means that you can use the latest features and get access to new updates as soon as they’re released.

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