Adobe Creative Cloud Pricing 2026
Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, and 20+ creative apps. Updated pricing with the new Pro vs Standard tiers, student discounts, and the infamous cancellation fees.
⚡ Quick Answer
Adobe Creative Cloud Pro costs $69.99/month (annual commitment) as of 2026. The new Standard tier is $54.99/month with limited AI features. Students save 60%+ off at just $24.99/month first year. Warning: The annual plan has a 50% early cancellation fee.
Adobe's "Annual plan, paid monthly" locks you into a 12-month contract. Cancel early? You pay 50% of remaining months. This catches many users off-guard.
Individual Pricing (US, 2026)
| Plan | Monthly | Annual | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creative Cloud Pro Formerly "All Apps" | $69.99 | $839.88 | 20+ apps + Full Firefly AI |
| Creative Cloud Standard NEW - Save $15/mo | $54.99 | $659.88 | 20+ apps, Limited AI features |
| Photography (20GB) | $14.99 | $119.88 prepaid | Photoshop + Lightroom |
| Photography (1TB) | $19.99 | $239.88 | PS + LR + 1TB Cloud |
* Prices verified from Adobe.com, effective June 2025. All monthly prices require annual commitment.
🎓 Student & Teacher Discount (60%+ Off)
- Go to adobe.com/creativecloud/plans
- Click "Students & Teachers"
- Verify with school email or SheerID
- Discount applies immediately
⚠️ The Cancellation Fee Explained
Adobe's "Annual plan, paid monthly" (the default option) is a 12-month contract. If you cancel before 12 months:
Example: Cancel after 3 months on the $69.99 plan?
Remaining: 9 months × $69.99 = $629.91
Fee: $314.96
- Choose "Monthly plan" (no contract, but $89.99/mo)
- Pay annual upfront ($659.88 one-time, no cancellation issue)
- Cancel within 14-day refund window
Is Adobe Creative Cloud Worth It?
✓ Worth It If...
- You're a professional designer, photographer, or video editor
- You use 3+ Adobe apps regularly
- You're a student (60%+ discount is incredible)
- You need industry-standard file compatibility
✗ Skip It If...
- You only need photo editing → Try Affinity Photo ($69 one-time)
- You only need design → Try Canva Pro ($13/mo)
- You're a hobbyist → Free alternatives exist (GIMP, DaVinci)
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