Free trial
Are you interested in trying out Chess.com before committing to a paid membership? Each account is eligible for a free 7-day trial!
You can try the Gold, Platinum, Diamond, or Family plan at no cost. Since itâs free, we recommend choosing Diamond to explore all the features.
To get started, go to the Membership page and click 'Try for $0.00' under the plan you want to test.
Prices in the above image may or may not be accurate, please go to the membership page to see the current prices!
FAQs
Will I be charged if I cancel before my trial ends?
Will I be charged if I cancel before my trial ends?
No, you wonât be charged if you cancel before the 7-day trial period is over. Click here to learn how to cancel your membership.
I selected a free trial, but I was charged immediately. Why?
I selected a free trial, but I was charged immediately. Why?
Chess.com free trials are generally available only once per eligible account. If you've already used your free trial, starting another membership will begin a paid subscription immediately instead of another trial.
If you believe you were charged in error, see: How can I get a refund for my Chess.com membership?
This is different from canceling an active free trial before it renews. If you're currently within your 7-day trial, you can cancel before it ends to avoid being charged.
Can I get a refund if I decide to continue with a paid membership?
Can I get a refund if I decide to continue with a paid membership?
All first-time buyers benefit from a 30-day refund guarantee. So, if it's your first time purchasing a membership, youâre eligible for a full refund within 30 days if you're not satisfied.
Why do I need to enter payment information for a free trial?
Why do I need to enter payment information for a free trial?
A payment method is required to verify your account and help prevent abuse of multiple free trials.
You won't be charged as long as you cancel before your 7-day trial ends.
Check out this article to learn more: Why must I enter payment info to start a FREE trial?
Can I get another free trial?
Can I get another free trial?
Each eligible account can receive one 7-day free trial. If you've already used your trial, you may not be eligible for another one on the same account.
I canceled my trial, but I was still charged. What should I do?
I canceled my trial, but I was still charged. What should I do?
First, confirm that your cancellation was completed before your trial ended. If you still believe you were charged incorrectly, contact our Support Team.
If you don't cancel before your 7-day trial expires, your membership automatically renews as a paid subscription. To avoid being charged, cancel your trial before it ends.
Check out this article to learn more: How does membership renewal work?
I thought I was only starting a free trial, not purchasing a membership. What should I check?
I thought I was only starting a free trial, not purchasing a membership. What should I check?
Review your checkout confirmation, your app store subscription details (if applicable), and your Chess.com membership history to confirm whether a paid subscription was created.
If you believe you were charged by mistake, follow the steps in How can I get a refund for my Chess.com membership?
You can read our full payment policies and subscriber agreement here: Subscriber Agreement