Freebies, subscriptions and trial reminders

“Free” can come with delivery costs, renewals or marketing conditions.

1. Check delivery charges, minimum purchases, eligible locations and whether you must provide payment details.
2. For a trial, note its exact end date, the recurring price and the cancellation method before signing up.
3. Set a reminder early enough to follow the stated cancellation process. Save the cancellation confirmation and check subsequent statements.
4. Read consent choices carefully. Only share the details needed for the offer; be cautious of unrelated prize draws or repeated redirects.
5. If you are charged unexpectedly, contact the provider using verified details and keep a record of your cancellation request. Ask your payment provider about the options available for the specific payment.

Know what happens when the free period ends before you enter card details.