FAQ's about free trialsAuthor: Darrell Banks We often see companies offering trials of their products and services allowing us to experience first hand what they have to offer. Quite a few companies run very successful campaigns to attract new customers by using these trial periods. Here are some frequently asked questions about how to join a free trial and protect your privacy, all the while collecting some great free stuff along the way! WHAT IS A FREE TRIAL? A free trial is a product or service that is offered by a company for consumers to test for a certain length of time. Often this will result in the consumer becoming a customer because they get to experience the company’s product first hand.