3 most frequently asked questions about the discontinuation of synchronised Adobe Creative Cloud files
Do you frequently use Adobe Creative Cloud storage to share files with colleagues, clients, printers … ? If you do, you are bound to run into problems in the short term. In late July 2023, Adobe announced that from 1 October 2024, all synchronised resources shared through Creative Cloud will no longer be supported. For personal accounts not associated with a corporate membership, these changes will be implemented on 1 February 2024. In this blog, we answer the most frequently asked questions regarding this decision.
What about my files?
All files stored in the local Creative Cloud files folder remain accessible. However, synchronisation of these assets will be stopped and they will no longer be available to others. Files stored in the cloud will be permanently deleted from 1 October 2024. We strongly recommend finding an alternative method for syncing and sharing your assets as soon as possible. As an extra precaution, it is also advisable to back up all your files to an external cloud storage. The most important thing is to act quickly and ensure that all your assets are safely stored before October 2024.
How will the cooperation within my company be affected?
The timing of this change is not the same for everyone. New users will no longer have access from 1 October 2023. For personal accounts without corporate membership, this moment is 1 February 2024. Finally, business teams will no longer be able to use this feature from 1 October 2024. This means that, for example, you can no longer share files via Creative Cloud files with employees hired after 1 October 2023.
Are my Adobe libraries still safe?
Because many perceived the communication as vague, an unease among users could soon be felt. This turmoil was mainly focused on the future of Adobe CC Libraries. Using Adobe CC Libraries has proved to be a blessing for multidisciplinary and remote teams. The Adobe library ensures the correct use of the house style. The fact that this feature would disappear, was putting many back a few steps. To answer this pressing question: yes, your Adobe CC Libraries are still safe. Adobe has no plans to remove these yet so you can feel free to continue using this method.
A good alternative
If you use Adobe’s shared storage to make marketing assets centrally available, then a DAM portal is a much more powerful alternative.
A Digital Asset Management system simplifies the efficient management, sharing and quick finding of digital assets such as images and videos, thanks to advanced filtering capabilities that enable users to effortlessly locate relevant content. Cloud-based management allows teams to collaborate seamlessly on projects from different locations, while customised access and permissions ensure strict control over who can view and edit which assets. Moreover, effortless sharing of assets inside and outside the organisation enables effective communication and collaboration. Feel free to contact us for more information on DAM systems.
Those who want to continue sharing production files via a folder structure can choose between alternatives such as Teams, OneDrive, DropBox …
In short
Below is a brief overview of the main points.
- 1 October 2024, synchronised Creative Cloud files will no longer be supported.
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- For personal Adobe memberships, this is as early as 1 February 2024.
- New users will no longer have access to this feature from 1 October 2023.
- Locally stored assets are not deleted.
- Adobe CC Libraries will continue to exist.
- The sooner you find an alternative, the better.
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