A list of available older versions will appear; click next to the one you need.

| Reason | Details | |--------|---------| | | Open client files saved in CS5 or earlier without conversion errors | | Plugin dependency | Third-party plugins (e.g., CADtools, Astute Graphics) may not support newer versions | | Old hardware | Older Macs (pre-2012) or Windows 7 machines cannot run CC | | Subscription avoidance | Perpetual licenses (CS6 and earlier) require no monthly fee | | Muscle memory | Long-time users work faster in CS6 or Illustrator 10 |

Before hitting "download," you need to know which version aligns with your OS and skill level. Not all "old" versions are equal.