KI 1443 How to classify and protect files with Adobe Acrobat

2022-02-08 (updated 2025-04-30)

For extended use of Microsoft Information Protection with Adobe Acrobat, you can now install the AIP/MIP plugin. It makes it possible, among other features, to open protected PDF files in Acrobat.

On Windows PCs, you can find three plugins in the Software Center: (See KI 0161 How do I install software from the Windows Software Center? For more information.)

The Acrobat Pro 2020 edition is for those who have a licensed device edition of Acrobat Pro 2020
Acrobat DC is for those who have installed Acrobat Pro as part of the Creative Cloud suite
Reader is for standard installation of Acrobat Reader (found on all UiB PCs with Windows)

Choose the right plugin for your program and install.