Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Acrobat Reader is a PDF viewing and annotation software developed by Adobe. It allows users to view, print, sign, and comment on PDF documents across supported devices.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 26.003.22075
- Release date
- Nov. 2, 2026
- License
- Proprietary
- Installer type
- exe
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id Adobe.Acrobat.Reader.64-bit -eSHA256 (file verification)
7bec66953457f6bc78bce9f0a1dcdde1c4cf2a8f8ac26f73fcecf5738f42f307play.google.com · Official website
- ✓ Official source (Google Play)
- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
- License
- Proprietary
We couldn't find a macOS version of Adobe Acrobat Reader in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
We couldn't find a Linux version of Adobe Acrobat Reader in the official repositories; check the publisher's website.
Platform pages: Windows · macOS · Linux · Android
Old versions (10)
Highlights
- View and print PDF documents
- Add annotations, highlights, and sticky notes
- Fill out and sign digital PDF forms
- Search text within PDF files
Who is it for?
This software is designed for students, office workers, and professionals who regularly need to view, print, sign, and annotate PDF documents. It is commonly used for reading digital reports, filling out interactive forms, and reviewing shared files on Windows and Android devices.
Good to know before installing
- Advanced editing features, such as modifying existing text or converting PDFs to other formats, require a paid Adobe Acrobat subscription.
- It uses more system resources and disk space compared to lightweight alternative PDF viewers.
- Desktop support covered here is limited to Windows.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button or run the winget command in terminal.
- Launch the downloaded installer executable.
- Follow the setup wizard instructions to complete installation.
Android
- Tap the download link to open Google Play Store.
- Select Install to download the application.
- Open Adobe Acrobat Reader from your app list when complete.
Alternatives
- Foxit Reader
- Sumatra PDF
- PDF-XChange Editor
Frequently asked questions
Is Adobe Acrobat Reader free to use?
Yes, the basic version for viewing, signing, and annotating PDFs is free.
Can I edit PDF text with Adobe Acrobat Reader?
Basic editing like adding comments and filling forms is supported, but editing existing text requires a paid subscription.
Can I fill out forms in Adobe Acrobat Reader?
Yes, it supports filling interactive PDF form fields and adding digital signatures.