Entertainment Streaming Netflix Netflix is testing free trials again for the first time in 6 years — but there’s a catch News By Scott Younker Published 9 July 2026 Promotional tests taking place in select countries When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works . (Image credit: Shutterstock) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter It’s been six years since Netflix ditched the 30-day free trial for new sign-ups. The bonus perk was a great way to get friends and family on the streaming platform, and it may be returning. According to a new report, Netflix is “exploring the reintroduction of free trials” in select markets. Netflix confirmed the news to What’s on Netflix. “We regularly test promotions to help prospective members experience the value of Netflix,” a spokesperson told What’s on Netflix. Latest Videos From Watch full video here: Apparently, these test trials range in length and are only for people who have never signed up for Netflix. It’s not clear how many countries are seeing the test, but it appears to be available in Brazil. → O teste já está sendo aplicado no Brasil. https://t.co/tTKi0fCW4C pic.twitter.com/xrk576vXzV July 9, 2026 Netflix Portal, an unaffiliated Brazilian tracker, posted a screenshot that shows a 14-day trial. Some commentators said they were seeing 30 days and one person reported a 7-day version . You may like How to get Netflix for free — here are 3 ways Netflix plans to show you even more ads soon — wasn’t streaming supposed to save us from cable TV? How to get Peacock for free Crackdowns and expansion (Image credit: Tom’s Guide/Netflix/Shutterstock) Since Netflix ditched the free trial program in 2020, the company has been more stringent with new users and even cracked down on account sharing in 2021. At the same time, in the last couple of years, the streamer has seen an expansion of content from partnering with Spotify for video podcasts to talk shows, live sports and events like the surprisingly controversial Skyscraper Live . Tom’s Guide: Direct to Your Inbox Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. When Netflix threw its hat in the ring in a bid to purchase Warner Bros Discovery, Reuters reported that Netflix has over 325 million paid subscribers, basically the population of the United States. Subscriber growth may have slowed and it appears Netflix is testing out new (or classic) ways to hook new viewers. This is a test and Netflix may decide not to roll out free trials, or they could launch it in a different manner. In the meantime, getting Netflix for free isn’t impossible but it is tricky . Follow Tom’s Guide on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our up-to-date news, analysis, and reviews in your feeds. More from Tom’s Guide 3 new to Paramount+ movies you need to stream this weekend (July 10-12) From Cameron to Goose: Can you name the ’80s movie from just the best friend? 3 new to Netflix thriller movies to stream this week — including a ‘90s crime classic starring Al Pacino and Johnny Depp (July 9-15) Scott Younker Social Links Navigation West Coast Reporter Scott Younker is the West Coast Reporter at Tom’s Guide. He covers all the lastest tech news. He’s been involved in tech since 2011 at various outlets and is on an ongoing hunt to build the easiest to use home media system. When not writing about the latest devices, you are more than welcome to discuss board games or disc golf with him. He also handles all the Connections coverage on Tom’s Guide and has been playing the addictive NYT game since it released.
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