Of Adobe Reader - Versions

Version 7.0 focused heavily on collaboration and security.

Adobe Reader is the industry standard for viewing, printing, and signing Portable Document Format (PDF) files. Since its launch in 1993, this software has transformed from a basic viewer into a cloud-connected productivity suite. Understanding the history of Adobe Reader versions helps users manage legacy systems, security updates, and document compatibility. The Early Eras: Foundations of Acrobat Reader (1993–2001) Acrobat Reader 1.0 to 3.0 1993 (v1.0), 1994 (v2.0), 1996 (v3.0) versions of adobe reader

Security and privacy considerations

| Version | Release Year | Last Security Update | Operating System Support | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | 2001 | 2008 | Windows 98/ME, Mac OS 9 | | Adobe Reader 8.0 | 2006 | 2011 | Windows 2000/XP | | Adobe Reader 9.0 | 2008 | 2013 | Windows XP/Vista/7 | | Adobe Reader X | 2010 | 2015 | Windows XP SP3/7 (32-bit) | | Adobe Reader XI | 2012 | 2017 | Windows 7/8, Mac OS X 10.9 | | Acrobat Reader DC (Classic 2015) | 2015 | 2020 | Windows 7/8.1, macOS 10.12 | | Acrobat Reader DC (Classic 2017) | 2017 | 2022 | Windows 7 SP1, macOS 10.13 | | Acrobat Reader DC (Classic 2020) | 2020 | 2025 (Current LTS)* | Windows 10/11, macOS 11+ | | Acrobat Reader Continuous | Monthly | Monthly | Windows 10/11, macOS 11+ | Version 7