How To Get Rid Of Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service

Posted on by Noah Belkacem

Introduction

The Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service is a background process that runs on your computer to verify the authenticity of Adobe software. While its purpose is to prevent piracy and ensure that users are using genuine Adobe products, it can sometimes be a nuisance, causing frequent notifications and interruptions. If you’re looking to remove this service from your computer, this tutorial will guide you through the process.

Step 1: Stop the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service

Before you can remove the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service, you need to stop it from running on your computer. Here’s how:

  1. Open the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl + Shift + Esc on your keyboard.
  2. Click on the “Processes” tab.
  3. Scroll down and look for the process named “Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service”.
  4. Right-click on the process and select “End Task”.

Stopping the service will temporarily disable it, allowing you to proceed with the removal process.

Step 2: Disable the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service

After stopping the service, you can disable it to prevent it from starting up again. Follow these steps:

  1. Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  2. Type services.msc and press Enter.
  3. In the Services window, scroll down and look for “Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service”.
  4. Right-click on the service and select “Properties”.
  5. In the Properties window, change the “Startup type” to “Disabled”.
  6. Click on “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.

Disabling the service ensures that it won’t start up automatically when you restart your computer.

Step 3: Remove the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service

Now that the service is disabled, you can proceed with removing it from your computer. Here’s how:

  1. Open File Explorer by pressing Win + E on your keyboard.
  2. Navigate to the following directory: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\AdobeGCClient.
  3. Locate the file named “AdobeGCClient.exe” and right-click on it.
  4. Select “Delete” from the context menu.
  5. If prompted for confirmation, click “Yes” to permanently delete the file.

Deleting the “AdobeGCClient.exe” file removes the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service from your computer.

Step 4: Restart your computer

After removing the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service, it’s recommended to restart your computer to ensure that all changes take effect.

Restarting your computer will complete the removal process and ensure that the service is no longer active.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe to remove the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service?

A: Yes, it is safe to remove the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service if you are using genuine Adobe software. However, keep in mind that removing this service may prevent you from receiving important updates and notifications from Adobe.

Q: Can I reinstall the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service?

A: Yes, if you ever need to reinstall the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service, you can do so by following the official documentation provided by Adobe or contacting their support for assistance.

Q: Will removing the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service affect my Adobe software?

A: Removing the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service will not directly affect your Adobe software. However, it is important to ensure that you are using genuine Adobe products to avoid any legal or licensing issues.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you should be able to successfully get rid of the Adobe Genuine Software Integrity Service from your computer. Remember that removing this service may prevent you from receiving important updates and notifications from Adobe. If you encounter any issues or need to reinstall the service in the future, refer to Adobe’s official documentation or contact their support for assistance.