I never say no to free stuff, especially when it comes to streaming. A few weeks ago, I bought a new iPhone. I was setting it up when I saw an offer for three months of Apple TV+ at no charge. At first, I thought it was too good to be true. But I checked, and it was real.
No tricks, no hidden fees—just free access to shows and movies. I claimed it in minutes. If you’ve bought an Apple device recently, you might have this offer too. Let me show you how I got mine.
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Am I Even Eligible? Let’s Find Out
I didn’t want to get excited for nothing. So, I checked the requirements first. Apple has a few conditions, but they’re easy to meet.
- Bought a New Apple Device
I found out that Apple gives this freebie to new device owners. If you’ve recently bought an iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, or Mac, you’re in luck. The offer is linked to the first-time setup of these devices. - Checked My Purchase Date
Apple doesn’t keep this deal open forever. The offer must be claimed within 90 days of setting up the new device. I checked my invoice to be sure.
Getting My Device Ready the Right Way
Setting up my new device was quick, but I didn’t rush it. I made sure to do things in the right order.
- Turned It On and Signed In
I powered up my device and logged in with my Apple ID. It had to be the same account I planned to use for Apple TV+. - Updated the Software
Before doing anything else, I checked for software updates. Apple TV+ works best on the latest version of iOS, iPadOS, tvOS, or macOS, so I made sure my device was up to date.
Claiming My Three Free Months Was Easier Than I Thought
I was ready to start streaming, but first, I had to activate my offer. It only took a few steps.
- Opened the Apple TV App
The Apple TV app was already on my device, so I tapped to open it. I didn’t need to download anything. - Looked for the Offer
A banner popped up right away, showing the three-month free trial. If it hadn’t, I would have checked under the Apple TV+ tab. - Activated the Trial
I clicked “Enjoy 3 Months Free” and followed the on-screen steps. It asked me to confirm my Apple ID and payment details, but I wasn’t charged. The subscription was set to start for free. - Checked My Subscription
I went to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions to confirm the free trial was active. Now, I was all set to start watching.
Other Ways to Get Apple TV+ for Free
I didn’t need a new Apple device to get a free trial. I found a few other options that worked just as well.
- Best Buy Free Trial
Best Buy sometimes gives away three-month Apple TV+ trials. It’s usually for new or returning subscribers. I checked their website and found a promo that I could claim with just an email. - Mobile Carrier Perks
Some phone carriers bundle Apple TV+ with their plans. T-Mobile, for example, offers it with certain subscriptions. I checked with my provider to see if I was eligible.
Making Sure I Don’t Get Charged Later
I love free trials, but I don’t like unexpected charges. So, I made sure I knew how the billing worked.
- Checked the Renewal Date
Apple automatically starts charging $9.99/month once the free trial ends. I marked the renewal date on my calendar. - Canceled Before the Deadline
If I decided not to continue, I had to cancel at least one day before my trial ended. I went to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions and turned off auto-renewal.
Watching My First Shows on Apple TV+
With my free trial active, I jumped right into some of Apple’s biggest hits.
- Started with the Fan Favorites
I watched “Ted Lasso” first. Everyone talks about it, and now I see why. Then, I checked out “The Morning Show,” which had a great cast and strong drama. - Tried Something Different
Apple TV+ has more than just big-name series. I found original movies and documentaries worth watching too. There was something for every mood.