# 🎨 A Friendly and Detailed Guide on How to Install Adobe GenP v3.5.0-cgp Safely on Windows 10 ![images-round-corners](https://hackmd.io/_uploads/BJZJ7r4Dll.png) Hey! If you’re here, chances are you’re curious about how to safely install Adobe GenP v3.5.0-cgp on your Windows 10 computer. Maybe you’ve heard about it on forums, seen some tutorials, or searched for things like “how to install adobe-genp.v3.5.0-cgp safely on Windows 10” or “adobe genp 3.5.0-cgp antivirus conflict fix” and got a bit overwhelmed. Don’t worry, I’m here to walk you through this step-by-step with clear and friendly advice. Why Does Antivirus React to GenP? Before we start, you might notice your antivirus flagging GenP as malware or blocking it outright. This happens because GenP modifies some protected Adobe files to bypass license checks — which triggers your antivirus’s protective instincts. The good news is this is usually a false positive: GenP doesn’t carry viruses, but antivirus can’t easily tell the difference. So, what should you do? Temporarily disable your antivirus and Windows Defender real-time protection during the installation and patching process. Just be sure to turn it back on afterward! Step 1: Prepare Your PC Close all Adobe applications and the Creative Cloud desktop app. Even background processes might block patching. Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) and end any Adobe or Creative Cloud related tasks. Create a system restore point to safeguard your system in case anything goes wrong. Disable real-time antivirus protection temporarily. Step 2: Download GenP Safely Only download GenP v3.5.0-cgp from trusted sources, ideally the official site: https://genpadobe.net. Downloading from unofficial sites can expose you to malware or corrupted files. Step 3: Run GenP as Administrator Right-click the GenP executable and select Run as Administrator. This allows GenP to have the necessary permissions to patch your Adobe apps properly. Step 4: Use GenP to Patch Adobe Apps Once GenP launches: Click Search Adobe Apps to let it detect your installed Adobe software. Choose the app(s) you want to patch, like Adobe Premiere Pro or Photoshop. Hit the Patch button and wait patiently for the process to finish. Step 5: Block Adobe Activation Servers To avoid the dreaded Adobe Genuine Service Alert and other license issues, block Adobe’s activation servers by editing your hosts file (found at C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts): Copy Edit 127.0.0.1 activate.adobe.com 127.0.0.1 practivate.adobe.com Alternatively, set up firewall rules to block these domains. Step 6: Restart Your Computer and Test Reboot your PC to apply all changes, then open your patched Adobe applications. You should have full access without any activation pop-ups.