I have a MacBook Pro. I cannot install the Flashplayer updates. Help!!!!!!

[Mokalatte1]

I cannot install the Flashplayer updates.  Whenever I attempt, I keep getting an error message that says the installation won't continue; until I close Safari.  Well, when I quit Safari, and press retry; I get an error message stating that the installation can't happen, at this time.  I don't want my computer exposed, due to having an out of date version.  I need help.

[Guest]

How are you trying to install the software? you may try the archived version. try installation of flash player

[Mokalatte1]

Forgive me for being so clueless, but what do you mean by how I am trying to install it?  When my computer prompted that it was time for an update, I clicked on the icon to begin installation.  Once installation starts, what I explained above is what happens.

[Mokalatte1]

I just received a pop up, telling me that it's time for an update again.  I copied and pasted the info from the pop up.

Here it is:

1. To proceed, open your download folder to find the Adobe Flash Player Installer <filename>.dmg.
2. Double-click on the installer to complete the installation. For additional help, click here.

I followed directions, and the same thing happened.  It stopped installing, because it said I needed to close Safari.

[pwillener · Accepted solution]

You need to close the Safari process, not only the browser window.

If you don't know how, restart your Mac, then run the downloaded installer before doing anything else.

[Mokalatte1]

Thank you, very much.  It worked.

[afteronelove]

you can find at FQA

[Mokalatte1]

Thanks. I tried what Pat said, and it worked.