Everything you need to do before you start a free trial
We all love free stuff. But some free stuff comes with a cost. (Jacob Boavista/Unsplash/)Free trials are fantastic—you get to learn if you actually like or need an app or service before you hand over any money. That said, you should never sign up for something without knowing what you’re actually agreeing to—free trial or not.Some platforms will automatically start charging you after your trial expires, and others will collect your personal data in exchange for their service. But fret not: With just a little care, you can enjoy the benefits of free trials without being stung for payment or compromising your online security.Do your researchPeople will often see a “free trial” button and click on it without a thought, giving scammers a perfect opportunity to spread malware or mine victims’ personal data. Obviously, not all apps and services offer trials with sinister business in mind, but it's not completely...