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Getting LinkedIn Premium free or cheaper: trials, timing and the right plan
The only legitimate way to get LinkedIn Premium free is LinkedIn's own free trial. LinkedIn offers it to eligible members, the length varies by region and promotion, you need a valid credit card to start it, and it turns into a paid subscription unless you cancel. Cancel, and LinkedIn won't give you another trial for at least 12 months. Promo codes posted online, "free Premium" browser extensions and shared logins either don't work or break LinkedIn's rules. LinkedIn shows rupee prices only after you sign in from India, so this guide doesn't quote them. It does show how to make the trial count, how to pay for fewer months, and how to pick the cheapest plan that does the job.
- Free trial
- Eligible members
- Card needed
- Yes
- Next trial after cancelling
- 12+ months
Linkedin Premium plans on Subspace right now
| Plan | Price | Members | Per member |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career-3 Months | ₹2,999 | — | — |
| LinkedIn Premium Career 3 Months | ₹4,257 | — | — |
| Business-3 Months | ₹4,899 | — | — |
| Sales Navigator Advance-1 Month | ₹5,999 | — | — |
| LinkedIn Premium Career 6 Months | ₹8,514 | — | — |
| Sales Navigator | ₹11,999 | — | — |
| Business 12 Months Plan | ₹18,800 | — | — |
| 6 Months Business premium | ₹31,000 | — | — |
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How the LinkedIn Premium free trial works
LinkedIn's help pages set the rules. Trial length depends on your region and any promotion running when you sign up. You need a valid payment method, and the trial converts to a paid plan automatically at the end. If you've had a trial before, you may not be offered another, and after cancelling one you have to wait at least 12 months. You also can't switch plans for free during a trial, so choose the right one at the start.
- 1Go to linkedin.com/premium while signed in and check which plans show a free trial for your account.
- 2Pick the plan that matches your goal (see the table below); switching later ends the free period.
- 3Add a card and start the trial. Note the renewal date shown on the confirmation screen.
- 4Set a reminder two days before that date.
- 5If you don’t want to pay, cancel before renewal. See [how to cancel LinkedIn Premium](/guides/how-to-cancel-linkedin-premium).
Pay for fewer months by timing it
Most people need Premium for a burst, such as a job search or a hiring push, not all year. Start the trial when the burst begins, pay monthly only while you need it, and cancel once you've landed the job. For a four-month job search, that is three paid months with a trial, against twelve on an annual plan. Annual billing only makes sense if you'll use Premium all year.
Illustrative. Assumes a four-month search and a one-month trial; trial length and eligibility depend on the offer LinkedIn shows your account.
| Annual plan | 12 |
|---|---|
| Monthly, no trial | 4 |
| Monthly, after a 1-month trial | 3 |
Which Premium plan you need
Paying for a bigger plan than you need is the most common overspend. Match the plan to the job:
| Plan | Built for | Key features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium Career | Job seekers | InMail credits, profile viewers for the past 365 days, insights on other applicants | Shown in rupees after sign-in |
| Premium Business | Founders, freelancers, business development | Profile viewers for 365 days, InMail credits, company and business insights | Shown in rupees after sign-in |
Why LinkedIn Premium promo codes fail
LinkedIn does send discount offers, but to specific members, inside LinkedIn or by email, and they apply only to the account they were sent to. A code copied from a coupon site won't apply to yours. "Free Premium" extensions and tools that ask for your LinkedIn password put your account at risk, and LinkedIn's User Agreement treats accounts as personal, so sharing one login with friends can get it restricted. If someone offers you Premium through their account, decline.
Other ways to pay less
Students should check whether their university has a LinkedIn arrangement; we found no general India student discount from LinkedIn, but see LinkedIn Premium for students for what's available. Compare current plan prices in LinkedIn Premium price in India, and decide whether you need it at all with is LinkedIn Premium worth it. Subspace also lists LinkedIn Premium plans; current listings and prices are in the table above, and the LinkedIn Premium groups page has details.
Frequently asked questions
How can I get LinkedIn Premium for free?
Through LinkedIn’s official free trial, if your account is eligible. Start it at linkedin.com/premium with a valid card and cancel before it renews if you don’t want to pay.
How long is the LinkedIn Premium free trial?
LinkedIn says the length varies by region and promotion. Your trial length and renewal date are shown when you start it.
Is there a LinkedIn Premium promo code that works?
Only offers LinkedIn sends to your own account. Codes on coupon sites are tied to other accounts or have expired.
Can I get a second LinkedIn Premium free trial?
Not straight away. After cancelling a trial you must wait at least 12 months, and LinkedIn may not offer another trial if you have used one before.
Do I need a credit card for the LinkedIn Premium trial?
Yes. LinkedIn requires a valid payment method, and the trial converts to a paid subscription unless you cancel before it ends.
Is it safe to use a shared LinkedIn Premium account?
No. LinkedIn accounts are personal under its User Agreement, and sharing a login risks the account being restricted. Use the trial or buy the plan you need.
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LinkedIn Premium is free only through its official trial. How the trial works, why promo codes fail, and how to time Premium so you pay for fewer months.
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Facts on this page were last checked on 2026-10-12. Prices and plans change; the final amount shows before you pay.