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Managing Your 14-Day Free Trial

All paid plans include a 14-day free trial. Learn how to make the most of your trial period and what happens when it ends.

What's Included in the Trial?

During your 14-day free trial, you get:

  • Full plan features: Access to all features of your chosen plan
  • No credit card required: For some signups (varies by plan)
  • Full functionality: Everything works as if you're on a paid plan
  • Support access: Get help during your trial

Trial Period Details

Duration

  • 14 days: Full 14-day access
  • Starts immediately: Begins when you sign up
  • Countdown visible: See days remaining on dashboard
  • No automatic charge: Won't charge until trial ends (if you don't cancel)

What You Can Do

  • Create knowledge bases: Up to your plan limit
  • Add articles: Within plan limits
  • Use AI features: Full AI processing allowance
  • Invite team members: If on Professional/Enterprise
  • Access all features: Everything your plan includes

Monitoring Your Trial

Trial Countdown

  • Dashboard banner: See days remaining prominently
  • Settings page: Check trial status in subscription settings
  • Email reminders: Receive reminders as trial nears end
  • Clear visibility: Always know how much time is left

Trial Information

  • Start date: When your trial began
  • End date: When your trial expires
  • Plan details: What plan you're trialing
  • Features included: What you have access to

What Happens When Trial Ends

If You Don't Cancel

  • Automatic billing: Subscription starts automatically
  • First charge: Billed for your chosen plan
  • Continue using: All features continue working
  • No interruption: Seamless transition to paid plan

If You Cancel During Trial

  • No charge: You won't be billed
  • Access continues: Keep using until trial ends
  • Downgrade to Free: After trial ends, move to Free plan
  • Data preserved: Your content is saved

Making the Most of Your Trial

Week 1: Setup and Exploration

  • Create knowledge base: Set up your first KB
  • Add content: Create some articles
  • Explore features: Try different features
  • Invite team: If on team plan, add team members

Week 2: Advanced Features

  • Use AI features: Try AI generation and analytics
  • Set up integrations: Connect with other tools
  • Customize branding: Personalize your KB
  • Test workflows: Try approval workflows and team features

Before Trial Ends

  • Evaluate value: Decide if plan is worth it
  • Check usage: See if you're using plan features
  • Compare plans: Consider if different plan is better
  • Make decision: Cancel or continue

Canceling Your Trial

How to Cancel

  1. Go to SettingsSubscription
  2. Click "Cancel Subscription" or "Cancel Trial"
  3. Confirm cancellation
  4. Continue using until trial ends
  5. No charge will be made

After Canceling

  • Access until end: Keep using until trial expires
  • No refund needed: You weren't charged
  • Downgrade to Free: Automatically move to Free plan
  • Data safe: All your content is preserved

Upgrading During Trial

Change Plans

  • Upgrade: Move to higher plan anytime
  • Downgrade: Switch to lower plan
  • Trial continues: Trial period continues on new plan
  • Features update: Get new plan features immediately

Early Upgrade Benefits

  • More features: Access higher plan features
  • Higher limits: Get more resources
  • Better trial experience: Try premium features
  • No extra cost: Still within trial period

Trial Reminders

Email Notifications

  • Trial start: Welcome email when trial begins
  • Mid-trial: Reminder at 7 days
  • Near end: Reminder at 2 days before end
  • Trial ending: Final reminder before expiration

In-App Notifications

  • Dashboard banner: Always visible countdown
  • Settings page: Trial status displayed
  • Feature prompts: Reminders about trial features
  • Upgrade prompts: Suggestions to continue after trial

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Extend My Trial?

  • Standard trial: 14 days is standard
  • Contact support: May consider extensions in special cases
  • No automatic extensions: Trials don't extend automatically

What If I Forget to Cancel?

  • Automatic billing: You'll be charged if you don't cancel
  • 14-day refund: Can request refund within 14 days
  • Contact support: Reach out if you need help
  • Set reminder: Set a calendar reminder before trial ends

Can I Use Multiple Trials?

  • One per account: One trial per account
  • Per plan: Can trial different plans
  • No abuse: Multiple accounts for trials not allowed

Best Practices

  • Set a reminder: Calendar reminder 2 days before end
  • Test thoroughly: Try all features during trial
  • Document needs: Note what features you need
  • Compare plans: Evaluate which plan fits best
  • Ask questions: Contact support with any questions

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