Adobe Cloud

What is Adobe Creative Cloud?

Q: What is Adobe Creative Cloud?
A: Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) is a collection of professional software for graphic design, video editing, web development, photography, and more. It includes popular apps like:

Q: Is Adobe CC free for IIUM users?
A: Yes! IIUM provides free access to Adobe Creative Cloud for staff and students under its institutional license.

How do I get Adobe Creative Cloud?

Q: How do I get Adobe Creative Cloud?
A:

  1. For Staff:

    • Request access via ICT Help Desk (email servicedesk@iium.edu.my).

    • Install via IIUM’s Software Portal (if available).

  2. For Students:

    • Access through ITD’s free software program (check i-FIRST for announcements).

Q: How many devices can I install Adobe CC on?
A: Typically 2 devices per user (e.g., laptop + desktop).

Q: Can I use Adobe CC on personal devices?
A: Yes, but you must log in with your IIUM-licensed Adobe account.

How do I log in to Adobe CC?

Q: How do I log in to Adobe CC?
A:

  1. Open any Adobe app (e.g., Photoshop).

  2. Sign in with:

    • Email: Your IIUM email (e.g., username@iium.edu.my).

    • Password: Your IIUM email password (or Adobe-specific password if provided by ITD).

Q: What if I get a "License Expired" error?
A: Contact ICT Help Desk to renew your access.

Are all Adobe apps included?

Q: Are all Adobe apps included?
A: Most apps are included, but some specialized tools (e.g., Substance 3D) may require separate licensing.

Q: Is cloud storage included?
A: Yes, but with limited space (usually 100GB). For larger storage, use IIUM OneDrive/Google Drive.

Q: Can I use Adobe Fonts (Typekit)?
A: Yes! All fonts in the Adobe Fonts library are free to use for IIUM projects.

Policies

Q: Can I use Adobe CC for commercial work?
A: No. The license is only for academic/non-commercial use.

Q: What happens when I graduate/leave IIUM?
A: Access expires. Backup your files before leaving!