Error 3 causes installation failure

Last updated on Jul 30, 2025

Learn how to fix error code 3 " Verification of Adobe Genuine Service in AdobeGenuineClient package failed" during app installation.

Error code 3 indicates that the AGSService binary inside the AdobeGenuineClient folder failed a signature check. The folder is present inside the Adobe Desktop Common folder of the Creative Cloud desktop app.

You can find the AdobeGenuineClient folder at these locations:

  • Windows: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Desktop Common\AdobeGenuineClient
  • macOS: /Library/Application Support/Adobe/Adobe Desktop Common/AdobeGenuineClient

Solution

Follow these steps to resolve the issue:

  1. Open the Creative Cloud desktop app.

  2. On the right panel, select Updates > Check for updates.

    Once the update check is complete, the app will automatically fix the Adobe Genuine Service binary issue.