How to Get Apple TV+ for Free
Short-Term Options
- Free Weekend Access: Apple occasionally offers free weekends to sample Apple TV+ content.
- 7-Day Free Trial: New users can activate a 7-day free trial directly through Apple or via the Apple TV app.
- 1-Month Free Trial (Apple One): A one-month Apple One trial includes Apple TV+, Apple Music, Apple Arcade, Apple News+, Apple Fitness+, and iCloud+.
- 3-Month Free Trial (Hardware Purchase): Buying a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or Mac comes with a three-month Apple TV+ trial.
Long-Term Options
- Apple Music Student Subscription: Students with an Apple Music subscription get Apple TV+ for free as long as their student status is active.
- Annual Subscription Discount: Purchasing a yearly Apple TV+ subscription offers a slight discount compared to monthly payments.
- Carrier Bundles: Some mobile carriers, like T-Mobile in the US, bundle free Apple TV+ with specific plans. Check with your provider for availability. See Apple's upcoming lineup.
- PlayStation 5/4: PlayStation users can get a free Apple TV+ trial. Learn about Apple TV+'s content strategy.
- Other Promotions: Keep an eye out for limited-time promotions from retailers like Best Buy and Roku, or through Sky TV and Vodafone in the UK. Check out Apple's market discounts.
Family Sharing
Share your Apple TV+ subscription with up to five family members through Family Sharing.
Cancellation
Remember to cancel any free trial or subscription before it renews to avoid charges. See Apple's support pages for detailed instructions on managing subscriptions.