Sorry, This Adobe App is Not Available [Error Fix]

A modification of the host file will suffice for most users

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Updated on October 4, 2023

by Afam Onyimadu

updated on October 4, 2023

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Key notes

The message affects PhotoShop, Lightroom, and other Adobe users.
While editing the host file is a guaranteed fix for most users, we recommend starting with the workarounds detailed below.

Some of our readers who use PhotoShop, Lightroom, and other Adobe products complain they get the error Sorry, this Adobe app is not available.

This error message comes despite having apps working perfectly for months. So, we look at it in this guide and offer practical fixes.

What do I get the notification Sorry, this Adobe app is not available?

Bad internet connection – If connected to a bad or unstable internet source, you may expect random errors while using Adobe products.
Adobe software is not current – Adobe releases regular updates for its software, which often include bug fixes and security updates. So if you use an outdated copy, you may expect the error.
Adobe software is not activated – Adobe software must be activated to use it, and using an unactivated one often causes an error message.
Compatible issues – A few of our readers who experience the error message have attributed it to compatibility issues between the product and their operating systems.

How do I fix Sorry, this Adobe app is not available?

Before moving on to the solutions we proffer, try these workarounds:

Make sure you are connected to a good internet. You may need a wired connection or to change your ISP.
Restart the computer since it may be able to resolve simple bugs that may trigger the error.
Uninstall the Adobe app and reinstall with a freshly downloaded copy.
Some Adobe apps are made for specific operating systems, so you should verify you have the correct app for your OS.

However, if the pre-solutions do not work, continue to the fix below.

1. Edit the host file

Close all running Adobe programs.
Press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
Click the View menu, select Show, and tick Hidden items.
Now navigate to the path below:
C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc
Double-click Host, and select the Notepad option.
Add the script below to the file and save it:
# BLOCK ADOBE# 127.0.0.1 ic.adobe.io 127.0.0.1 52.6.155.20 127.0.0.1 52.10.49.85 127.0.0.1 23.22.30.141 127.0.0.1 34.215.42.13 127.0.0.1 52.84.156.37 127.0.0.1 65.8.207.109 127.0.0.1 3.220.11.113 127.0.0.1 3.221.72.231 127.0.0.1 3.216.32.253 127.0.0.1 3.208.248.199 127.0.0.1 3.219.243.226 127.0.0.1 13.227.103.57 127.0.0.1 34.192.151.90 127.0.0.1 34.237.241.83 127.0.0.1 44.240.189.42 127.0.0.1 52.20.222.155 127.0.0.1 52.208.86.132 127.0.0.1 54.208.86.132 127.0.0.1 63.140.38.120 127.0.0.1 63.140.38.160 127.0.0.1 63.140.38.169 127.0.0.1 63.140.38.219 127.0.0.1 wip.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 adobeereg.com 127.0.0.1 18.228.243.121 127.0.0.1 18.230.164.221 127.0.0.1 54.156.135.114 127.0.0.1 54.221.228.134 127.0.0.1 54.224.241.105 127.0.0.1 100.24.211.130 127.0.0.1 162.247.242.20 127.0.0.1 wip1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 wip2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 wip3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 wip4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 3dns.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 199.232.114.137 127.0.0.1 bam.nr-data.net 127.0.0.1 practivate.adobe 127.0.0.1 ood.opsource.net 127.0.0.1 crl.verisign.net 127.0.0.1 3dns-1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 3dns-2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 3dns-3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 3dns-4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 hl2rcv.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 genuine.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 www.adobeereg.com 127.0.0.1 www.wip.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 www.wip1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 www.wip2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 www.wip3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 www.wip4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 activate.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 adobe-dns.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 ereg.wip4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 cc-api-data.adobe.io 127.0.0.1 practivate.adobe.ntp 127.0.0.1 practivate.adobe.ipp 127.0.0.1 practivate.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 adobe-dns-1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 adobe-dns-2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 adobe-dns-3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 adobe-dns-4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 lm.licenses.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 hlrcv.stage.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 prod.adobegenuine.com 127.0.0.1 practivate.adobe.newoa 127.0.0.1 activate.wip.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 activate-sea.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 uds.licenses.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 k.sni.global.fastly.net 127.0.0.1 activate-sjc0.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 activate.wip1.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 activate.wip2.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 activate.wip3.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 activate.wip4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 na1r.services.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 lmlicenses.wip4.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 na2m-pr.licenses.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 wwis-dubc1-vip60.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 workflow-ui-prod.licensingstack.com 0.0.0.0 2ftem87osk.adobe.io
Verify if you still get the Sorry, this Adobe app is not available error message.

While editing the host file is a guaranteed fix for most users, we recommend starting with the workarounds, which may resolve the problem without changing your system host file. If the error persists, you may contact Adobe customer care.

Please let us know in the comment section if you have other fixes. Our readers will like to hear from you.

Afam Onyimadu

Windows Software Expert

Afam is a geek and the go-to among his peers for computer solutions. He has a wealth of experience with Windows operating systems, dating back to his introduction to Windows 98. He is passionate about technology amongst many other fields. Aside from putting pen to paper, he is a passionate soccer lover, a dog breeder, and enjoys playing the guitar and piano.