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Apple Music, one of the biggest music streaming services, was introduced in 2015 to compete with the likes of Spotify. Since then, it has expanded to various platforms such as Android, Mac, PC, Apple Watch, Sonos, CarPlay, and Apple TV. Here we provide a detailed guide on how to get Apple Music for free.
Apple Music provides access to over 30 million songs, personalized playlists, and recommendations to enhance your music experience.
Free Trial of Apple Music
If you are interested in trying out Apple Music, Apple offers a great free trial of the service. The trial period lasts for a generous 3 months for new users, with no caveats or hidden charges.
To avail of the free trial, visit the Apple website and select “Free trial” in the top right corner or click on “Try it free for 3 months” in the relevant subscription.
There are three payment plans available: student, individual and family. Each can be purchased as a monthly or yearly subscription, with the yearly option giving you 12 months for the price of 10.
Remember to cancel the subscription if you do not intend to pay for Apple Music after your 3-month trial ends, to avoid automatic renewal. You can read how to do that in our article on how to unsubscribe from Apple Music.
How to Get 3 More Months of Apple Music
If you want to extend your free trial period beyond 3 months, here’s a neat trick. You can request another family member to sign up for the Apple Music Family Sharing subscription free trial and share it with you. This allows you to enjoy Apple Music for an additional 3 months, and can be shared with up to 6 people. You can find more information about Family Sharing on the Apple website.
It is noteworthy that no free version of Apple Music exists, and there is no ad-supported option available. However, some features like Beats1 Radio and the ability to follow an artist’s Connect stream are accessible. You can also tune in to selected ad-supported radio stations, but with limited song skips.
If you’re looking for alternative streaming services, check out our sister site Tech Advisor’s review and comparison of the best music streaming services available.
In conclusion, with our handy guide to getting Apple Music for free, you can now enjoy the service without worrying about the cost!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is it possible to get Apple Music forever for free?
No, it is not possible to access Apple Music indefinitely for free. However, you can extend your free trial period by following the methods outlined in this guide.
2. How do I cancel my Apple Music subscription?
You can cancel your Apple Music subscription by selecting the “For You” tab in the Apple Music app and tapping on the circular account icon in the top left corner. After that, select “View Apple ID,” input your Apple ID password, then scroll down to “Subscriptions” and tap “Manage.” You can then toggle off the subscription and select “Confirm” to finish the process.