FAQ: How to Disable Adobe Genuine Service Alerts? A Comprehensive Guide for Windows and Mac
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To disable the Adobe Genuine Service alert on both Windows and Mac systems, follow these methods:
For Windows:
1. Using Services:
- Press
Windows + R, typeservices.msc, and press Enter. - Find Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service in the list.
- Right-click and select Properties.
- Set Startup type to Disabled and click Stop if the service is running.
- Click Apply and OK.
2. Using Task Manager:
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + Escto open Task Manager. - Go to the Processes tab and locate AGSService.exe or Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service.
- Right-click and select End Task.
- Navigate to the file location, then delete the AdobeGCIClient folder.
3. Using Command Prompt:
- Press
Win + S, typecmd, right-click, and select Run as administrator. - Type
sc delete AGSServiceand press Enter.
For Mac:
1. Using Finder and System Tools:
- Open Finder, go to Applications > Utilities, and find Adobe Genuine Service.
- Use the AdobeCleanUpUtility if available, or manually delete the AdobeGCIClient folder from
~/Library/Application Supportand~/Library/LaunchAgents.
2. Using Terminal:
- Open Terminal and type the command
sudo launchctl disable system/com.adobe.agsservice. - Enter your administrator password when prompted.
Additional Considerations:
Disabling the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service may prevent Adobe software from verifying its authenticity, potentially leading to limitations in functionality and updates. Always use genuine Adobe software to ensure compliance and security.
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