Updated — In Video SVOD → Standalone, Apple TV+ is available on Apple TV Channels. Expect on-demand movies and series with a rotating catalog that mixes Apple originals and licensed titles. If you’re eyeing an Apple TV+ free trial, this setup makes it simple to sample the library before paying.
Key details
| Service | Apple TV+ |
|---|---|
| Platforms | Apple TV Channels |
| Trial available | Yes |
| Trial length | 7 days / 3 months w/ device; 7 days (typical) |
| Trial type | Standard/Device promo; Standard |
| Credit card required | Yes |
| After the trial | $9.99/mo |
| Included plan(s) | Apple TV+ |
Start your free trial
Start an Apple TV+ free trial through the options below. The typical trial is 7 days, with a longer device promo available in some cases. Billing begins at $9.99/mo after the trial unless you cancel. A valid payment method is required to start.
Start free trial — Direct Start free trial — Apple TV Channel
Use the Direct link if you prefer everything in Apple’s native TV app and web experience. Choose the Apple TV Channel option if you want your Apple TV+ free trial and billing consolidated in Apple TV Channels. Either path gives you the same core catalog during the trial.
What you can watch during the trial
Your Apple TV+ free trial unlocks the full Apple TV+ plan listed above. That includes:
- On-demand series and films you can play at any time.
- A rotating catalog with Apple originals and licensed titles.
- Access via Apple TV Channels so playback and billing live in one place.
On-demand series and films
Browse and press play. The Apple TV+ free trial functions like the paid plan, so you can watch on-demand without extra fees during your trial window. New shows and films appear over time, and you can sample them all before deciding to continue at $9.99/mo.
Originals plus licensed picks
Apple leads with originals. You also see licensed titles at times. This mix gives the trial a good feel for both marquee series and rotating films. If you are trying an Apple TV+ free trial to gauge variety, check both the originals row and any featured licensed sections.
A rotating library
The library changes. Titles rotate as licenses change, so what you see in your Apple TV+ free trial may shift later. Add favorites to your list and start priority items first. If something disappears, it may return in the future as deals renew.
Cancel or manage your plan
Manage Apple TV Channel billing and cancellations through your Apple account. Use the link below to review upcoming renewal dates or to end the trial before you’re charged.
Manage / cancel — Apple TV Channel
If you began your Apple TV+ free trial inside Apple TV Channels, the cancellation must also happen in Apple’s subscriptions page. Plans and watch activity are tied to the platform account you used to start the trial.
How to cancel Apple TV+ free trial
If you started your Apple TV+ free trial through Apple TV Channels, go to Apple’s subscriptions page and cancel before the end of your trial window. A credit card is required to start, and you will be billed $9.99/mo after the trial unless you cancel in time.
Where you begin your trial is where you manage it. If you use Apple TV Channels, use the Apple link above. Watchlists and progress are usually tied to that platform account, so switching later to a different setup does not always carry your list forward. Plan accordingly during your trial.
Length of Apple TV+ free trial
The typical Apple TV+ free trial is 7 days. There is also a device promotion listed at 3 months with eligible device purchases. Offer terms vary, and not every path will show the device promo. If you do not see a longer offer, expect the standard 7-day trial.
Once your Apple TV+ free trial ends, billing continues at $9.99/mo unless you cancel. Always check your renewal date on the subscriptions page so you know exactly when your trial converts to a paid month.
Is there a Apple TV+ free trial?
Yes. An Apple TV+ free trial is available, and you can start it through Apple TV Channels. The trial requires a valid payment method and renews at $9.99/mo after the trial period if you keep the plan active.
More questions people ask
Do channel subscriptions give me a separate app login?
No — playback and billing stay inside the platform app when you subscribe through Apple TV Channels.
If I switch to a direct subscription later, will my watchlist carry over?
Usually not. Lists and progress are tied to the platform account used for the Apple TV+ free trial and subscription.
Does the library rotate?
Yes. Titles shift as licenses change; favorites can come and go. If a must-watch appears during your Apple TV+ free trial, stream it sooner rather than later.
Updated 17/08/2025