# Adobe Account Access

> Sign in with a tap

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.adobe.ims.accountaccess](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.adobe.ims.accountaccess)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.adobe.ims.accountaccess`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Adobe
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 1,810,294
- **Rating:** 4.63 / 5 (29,896 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.6
- **Last updated:** 2024-11-18
- **First published:** 2020-08-20
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.adobe.ims.accountaccess)
- **Website:** [http://www.adobe.com/](http://www.adobe.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.adobe.com/privacy/policy.html](https://www.adobe.com/privacy/policy.html)

## Description

Adobe Account Access is a Chrome extension designed to simplify your Adobe account sign-in process. Instead of typing passwords, you receive push notifications for each sign-in attempt, allowing you to approve access with just a tap. This method enhances both convenience and security by reducing reliance on traditional passwords.

The extension ensures faster and safer access to your Adobe services, making it ideal for users who value security without compromising speed. Note that any personal names referenced in sample artworks are fictional and not linked to actual individuals.

## Rankings

- #47,887 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.adobe.ims.accountaccess.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`

## Review summary

User feedback on Adobe Account Access is mixed. Many reviewers praise it as a solid authenticator with secure sign-in and positive sentiment toward the app, calling it excellent for authentication and generally reliable when it works. However, a sizeable chunk report critical reliability issues: frequent crashes, login loops, and cases where the app does not produce a code or signs you out. Others fault the app for being outdated (no updates in years) and for overly aggressive security measures that hinder workflow. Some UX friction and transfer/login problems add to the frustration, giving a polarized overall impression.

### Pros

- Excellent authenticator offering secure sign-in
- Generally reliable and works well when functional
- Positive sentiment and trusted app
- Strong security features and sign-in options

### Cons

- Frequent crashes and login issues with loops (codes not appearing)
- App appears unmaintained / outdated (no updates for years)
- Overly burdensome 2FA/security that disrupts workflow
- Setup friction and quirky UI (unnecessary safety steps, odd buttons)
- Sign-in issues after transferring phones / browser handling problems

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.adobe.ims.accountaccess)