If you're thinking about trying Hulu before paying for a subscription, the Hulu free trial is a great way to explore its streaming library. Depending on the available offer, eligible users can enjoy access to Hulu content, live TV, and bundled services for a limited period before billing begins.
In this guide, you'll learn who qualifies for a Hulu free trial, which plans include it, how long it lasts, and how to cancel before being charged.
Free trials are generally available to:
Eligible returning users who have not had a Hulu subscription within the past 12 months.
Eligibility may vary depending on your account history and current promotional offers.
Free trial availability depends on Hulu's current offers. Eligible users may find free trials on select plans, including:
Hulu + Live TV
Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN bundle (when offered)
Available plans and promotions may change over time.
The trial length depends on the subscription plan you choose. The exact expiration date is shown in your Hulu account after you sign up.
Keep in mind that promotional offers and trial periods may vary.
Yes. You can modify your subscription while your free trial is active. However, changing your plan or adding premium features may end your free trial or result in immediate charges, depending on the selected option.
Always review the billing details before confirming any changes.
If you decide not to continue your subscription, cancel your trial before the trial period ends to avoid automatic billing.
Open your Account settings.
Locate the Your Account section.
Select Cancel.
Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm cancellation.
Check your email for the cancellation confirmation.
In some situations, you may see a prorated charge if different trial periods or add-ons end on different dates. After that, your regular monthly subscription amount will apply based on your selected plan and any additional services.
Once your free trial expires, Hulu automatically begins your paid subscription using the payment method you provided during sign-up.
If you do not want to continue, be sure to cancel before the trial ends to prevent automatic charges.
You can switch to a different Hulu plan whenever you like.
Simply:
Sign in to your Hulu account.
Visit the Account page.
Select a new subscription plan or add-on.
Save your changes.
Your billing will update according to the newly selected plan.
You may qualify if you have not been subscribed to Hulu within the past 12 months and meet the current eligibility requirements.
Yes. Unless you cancel before the trial expires, Hulu will automatically charge the monthly subscription fee for your selected plan.
Yes. You can cancel your trial at any time before it ends to avoid future charges.
You can view your trial expiration date by signing in to your Hulu account and visiting the Account page