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30 days free · $10.99/mo after

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Quick answer

The Apple Music free trial runs 30 days, then bills $10.99/month for the Individual plan. A credit card is required to start. Cancelling is easy - about 2 minutes. Our take: The standard trial is one free month - solid, but not the headline.

Last verified: August 2, 2026

Our take

The standard trial is one free month - solid, but not the headline. If you've bought (or are about to buy) AirPods, Beats, or a HomePod, activating the device unlocks three months free, and up to six with a qualifying AirPods or Beats purchase - no code, it just applies at pairing. Deepest if you already live in Apple's world; the Android app works, but you may drift before the bill lands, so set the reminder.

What you get

The Apple Music Individual plan

Included · 6

  • 100M+ song catalog streaming on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, CarPlay, and the web

  • Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos on supported tracks

  • Lossless and Hi-Res Lossless audio (free on supported gear, no extra tier needed)

  • Offline downloads on up to 10 devices

  • Apple Music Sing - karaoke-style adjustable vocals on most tracks

  • Live radio: Apple Music 1, Country, and Classical stations

Worth knowing

  • Apple One bundle perks (TV+, iCloud+, Arcade, Fitness+) - those need the bundle

  • Apple Music Classical app on Android (iOS only at writing)

  • Family plan ($16.99/mo for 6 people) - the trial only covers Individual

The honest data

By the numbers

Trial length
30 days
Price after
$10.99 / mo
Card required
Yes
Cancellation
Easy
Time to cancel
~2 min
% kept past trial
68%

Cancellation guide

How to cancel Apple Music

Documented · ~2 min

  1. 01

    On your iPhone or iPad, open Settings and tap your name at the top.

  2. 02

    Tap Subscriptions, then tap Apple Music.

  3. 03

    Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm.

  4. 04

    No iPhone or iPad handy? Sign in at music.apple.com and manage or cancel the subscription from your account there.

Full guide: how to cancel Apple Music

Apple Music free trial - frequently asked

Is the Apple Music free trial really free?
Yes - the Apple Music free trial is free for 30 days. A credit card is required, so it renews at $10.99/month unless you cancel first.
How much does Apple Music cost after the trial?
After the free trial, Apple Music costs $10.99 per month for the Individual plan.
How do I cancel Apple Music?
To cancel Apple Music: 1. On your iPhone or iPad, open Settings and tap your name at the top; 2. Tap Subscriptions, then tap Apple Music; 3. Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm; 4. No iPhone or iPad handy? Sign in at music.apple.com and manage or cancel the subscription from your account there. It takes about 2 minutes and is rated easy to cancel.
Do I need a credit card for the Apple Music trial?
Yes - Apple Music requires a credit card to start the free trial, so note the renewal date - day 30 - if you only want the trial.

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