I have decided to give the premium account a go, but I was surprised with the message that my payment method was invalid. The card I tried to use is valid thru 2026, but that is beyond the point. My point is that why am I supposed to prove I can pay to try something which is supposedly "free" ? They could have asked for my card on the seventh day, which would make my consent explicit, but I think the idea behind this free trial is to get my card number , expect me to forget about it (that must happen quite frequently), so that they can charge it.
It is a common sales tactic in the United States. They provide you with the chance to sample everything that they have spent millions to develop.
It seems only fair that you take the responsibility to let them know if you don't like it. You have a whole week to decide. Otherwise, they will be happy to start a subscription for you.
Providing evidence that you can actually pay seems reasonable. It also helps to limit the number of free trials any one person can get.
It's true that people forget. You'd be amazed at how many people are shocked that they get charged right after the week ends.
I have decided to give the premium account a go, but I was surprised with the message that my payment method was invalid. The card I tried to use is valid thru 2026, but that is beyond the point. My point is that why am I supposed to prove I can pay to try something which is supposedly "free" ? They could have asked for my card on the seventh day, which would make my consent explicit, but I think the idea behind this free trial is to get my card number , expect me to forget about it (that must happen quite frequently), so that they can charge it.