Before we dive into the how , let’s touch on the why . Adobe has moved away from the old "buy once, use forever" model (like CS6) to a subscription-based model. While some prefer perpetual licenses, the Creative Cloud offers distinct advantages for South African creatives:
Eligible users can save over 70%, paying roughly R263.35/mo for the first year (increasing to R570.40/mo thereafter) for the entire All Apps suite.