As an audio enthusiast who refuses to compromise on sound quality, I've spent years testing various streaming platforms to find where the best high-fidelity audio hides. That is why I recently decided to deep-dive back into Deezer, a platform that stands out by offering genuine 1,411 kbps Lossless FLAC streaming.
However, paying for multiple premium subscriptions can quickly add up. Fortunately, you don't have to commit upfront. In this hands-on guide, I will share my first-hand experience on exactly how to unlock the Deezer free trial (ranging from 30 to 90 days depending on your location). I will also walk you through the tricky mobile billing traps I encountered while trying to cancel, and share an advanced archiving workaround to safely preserve your curated high-res library even after the trial period ends.
Part 1. Deezer Free Trial Plans and Pricing
Like most major music streaming services, such as Spotify and Apple Music, Deezer also offers a free trial for new users. Depending on your region and current promotions, the Deezer free trial may last anywhere from 30 to 90 days. In most regions, including the United States, new users can enjoy a 30-day free trial of Deezer Premium.
In addition to its Premium subscriptions, Deezer also provides a free ad-supported plan similar to Spotify Free and YouTube Music Free. This allows users to stream music without paying, although some features are limited.
Below is a comparison table of Deezer's available subscription plans. No matter which Premium plan you choose, the free trial length is generally the same within the same region. You can review the differences below and select the plan that best suits your listening needs.
| Feature | Deezer Free | Deezer Premium | Deezer Student | Deezer DUO | Deezer Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $11.99/month | $5.99/month | $15.99/month | $19.99/month |
| Over 120M+ Tracks | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Unlimited Skips | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Ad-Free Listening | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Offline Download | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| High Fidelity Audio | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Number of Accounts | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | Up to 6 |
From the table above, you can see that Deezer Premium and higher-tier plans unlock advanced features like offline listening, unlimited skips, and HiFi sound quality. If you mainly want to test Deezer's premium features before subscribing, the free Deezer trial is the best place to start.
Part 2. How to Get Deezer Free Trial Officially
Getting a free Deezer trial is simple, but there are still a few important details you should know beforehand. Choosing the right plan, using a valid payment method, and properly configuring your audio settings can help you enjoy the full Deezer experience without activation issues.
Follow the steps below to start your Deezer free trial officially.
Step 1. Visit the official Deezer website and go directly to the Music Plans section instead of simply clicking the first "Try for Free" banner on the homepage. Here, you can choose the plan you want to try, such as Premium, Student, DUO or Family. Selecting the correct tier here ensures you get the maximum trial duration available for your profile.
Step 2. Click the "Try for Free" button under your preferred plan. You will be prompted to sign up using an email address, Google, Facebook, or Apple account. Although Deezer does not charge the subscription fee immediately, the platform may place a small temporary authorization hold to verify your payment method.
It is recommended to use a fresh email address that has never been associated with a previous Deezer trial or promotional offer. Accounts linked to earlier promotions may not qualify for another free trial.
Step 3. Next, you will be redirected to the secure payment page to enter your billing information, like Credit card, Debit card, or PayPal account.
Deezer will not charge you a subscription fee today, but they will issue a temporary $1.00 authorization hold to verify your account's legitimacy. Ensure your card has a minimum balance to clear this automated check, or the activation will fail immediately.
Step 4. After entering your payment details, click "Start My Free Trial". Once your account dashboard appears, your Deezer free trial is officially activated, and you can immediately access premium features like:
- Ad-free listening
- Unlimited skips
- Offline downloads
- HiFi/lossless audio streaming
Step 5. To get the best listening experience during your trial, open the Deezer app settings and navigate to "Settings > Audio Quality". Then select High Fidelity (FLAC 1411 kbps) for lossless sound quality.
By default, some devices or browsers may use standard compressed streaming quality. Manually enabling HiFi playback ensures you can fully experience Deezer's lossless music library during the trial period.
A valid payment method is required to start the free trial. To avoid unexpected charges after the trial ends, you can use a virtual credit card with a spending limit, or set a calendar reminder before renewal, and cancel the subscription before the billing date.
Deezer will typically send you a notification email 7 days before your trial ends, giving you a fair heads-up to cancel.
Part 3. Deezer Free Trial Not Working? Common Issues and Fixes
Getting a roadblock right at the finish line is incredibly frustrating. If you run into errors while trying to claim your Deezer trial, here is the exact protocol to bypass them.
Issue A: "Deezer is not yet available in your country"
Deezer is accessible in over 180 countries, but if you are traveling or living in an unsupported region, the site will block your registration.
The Fix: You will need a premium VPN service. Connect to a server located in a major supported market (such as the United States, United Kingdom, or France), clear your browser's cache/cookies entirely, and reopen the Deezer trial page.
VPN alone is only half the battle. Deezer's billing system cross-references your current IP address with the country of origin of your payment method. If your VPN is set to the US but you are using a German credit card, the transaction will block automatically.
Issue B: "Payment Method Declined" or Authorization Failures
If you see a payment error despite having sufficient funds, Deezer's fraud prevention system has flagged the attempt.
Fix 1. Ditch Virtual/Prepaid Cards: Deezer's automated recurring billing system frequently blocks prepaid, gift, or unverified virtual credit cards to prevent trial abuse. Switch to a mainstream debit or credit card issued by a physical bank.
Fix 2. The PayPal Detour: If your credit card continues to trigger flags, select PayPal as your payment gateway instead. Linking your credit card through PayPal acts as a trusted middleman, which almost always bypasses Deezer's direct payment restrictions.
Fix 3. Match Your Billing Zip Code: Ensure that the billing address and postal code you type into the checkout screen match the exact file on record with your bank.
Part 4. How to Cancel Deezer Premium Free Trial
If you only want to test the waters and avoid an automatic roll-over into a paid monthly subscription ($11.99+/month), you must cancel your Deezer trial within the correct window. Depending on how you signed up, the exit strategy changes completely.
See also: How to Cancel Deezer Subscription
On Mac/Windows Web Browser
If you signed up via the Mac or Windows web browser using a credit card or PayPal, you have an incredible advantage: you can cancel the trial immediately after signing up. Deezer will let you enjoy the remaining 30 or 90 days of your high-fidelity perks even after you hit cancel.
Step 1. Log into your account on the desktop site and click your Profile Picture (top right).
Step 2. Go to your "Account Settings" to select the "Manage my subscriptions" option.
Step 3. Click on the "Cancel my subscriptions" button.
Step 4. Beware the Retention Prompts: Deezer will throw multiple pages asking "Are you sure?" or offering discounts. Keep clicking through the confirmation buttons until you see a final screen confirming your account has successfully reverted to the Free tier.
On iOS/Android App Store
If you initiated your free trial inside the mobile app, your subscription is managed by Apple Billing or Google Play, not Deezer.
Step 1. Open your phone's system "Settings" > tap your "Apple ID/Google Profile" > select "Subscriptions".
Step 2. Tap "Deezer" and select "Cancel Trial".
Unlike the web version, mobile app ecosystems require you to cancel at least 24 hours before the trial ends. If your trial expires at midnight on the 30th day, and you attempt to cancel at 10 PM that same night, Apple/Google's automated processing queues will have already cleared the recurring charge, and getting a refund is nearly impossible.
Part 5. How to Keep Deezer Music After the Free Trial Ends
Once your 30-day or 90-day Deezer trial period wraps up, maintaining a continuous subscription at $11.99+/month might not fit everyone's long-term budget. However, turning off your subscription means losing immediate access to the high-fidelity playlists and custom mixes you spent weeks curating.
For music purists who prefer owning their local audio files rather than renting temporary streams, a practical option is to manually back up your library before the trial expires. Using a dedicated audio migration utility like AudFree Deezer Music Downloader allows you to convert and save your trial tracks directly to your local storage.
By archiving your library locally, you preserve the exact 1,411 kbps lossless FLAC audio fidelity on your hard drive, allowing you to play your music on any customized media player (like foobar2000 or VLC) even after your account reverts to the restricted free tier.
All users should comply with Deezer’s Terms of Service and applicable local copyright laws when using third-party tools. The downloaded or converted music files are intended for personal listening and private use only, not for commercial distribution or unauthorized sharing.
AudFree Deezer Music Downloader
- Keep your playlists permanently
- Batch convert Deezer to FLAC, MP3, WAV, etc. losslessly
- Play Deezer music offline without Premium
- Transfer songs to other devices and media players
How to Listen to Deezer Offline After the Free Trial via AudFree
To download and keep Deezer music locally, you will need a Windows or Mac computer. The full conversion feature also requires an activated version of the software.
- Step 1. Configure the Output Format of Deezer Music
- Launch the AudFree Deezer Music Downloader on your computer. Navigate to the top-right "Menu" icon and open "Preferences" > "Conversion". To ensure you do not compress the studio-quality music from your trial, change your output format to FLAC, set the bit depth to 16-bit, and match the sample rate to 44.1 kHz (standard CD quality).
- You can also change the download location and enable the ID3 tags for audio management under the "Output" tab.
- Step 2. Import Deezer Music to AudFree Conversion List
- Open your temporary Deezer web player within the AudFree program. Go to your curated "Favorites" or custom playlists, then click the "+" button to load them to the Conversion List.
- Step 3. Download Deezer Music for Free
- Verify that all your tracklists are fully loaded. Once confirmed, click the "Convert" button in the lower-right corner. The software will containerize the audio streams locally as standard, DRM-free FLAC files on your hard drive, securing your audio assets before your trial access closes.
Now, your Deezer songs will remain permanently accessible even after the free trial or subscription ends. You can then play them offline anytime without restrictions.
If you want to build your offline library using free trials from other major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, or Tidal, the AudFree Streaming Audio Recorder is an excellent multi-platform alternative. It allows you to capture and save high-quality audio streams from virtually all major services for permanent offline playback.
Part 6. FAQs about Deezer Free Trial
How Does the Deezer Free Trial Compare to Spotify Premium and Tidal?
When choosing a music streaming platform, the trial period and audio delivery differ significantly. Here's a quick overview of how Deezer compares with other major platforms.
• Deezer Premium Trial: Typically offers a 30- to 90-day trial depending on your region, granting full access to standard 16-bit/44.1kHz Lossless FLAC audio (1,411 kbps).
• Spotify Premium Trial: Usually ranges from 1 to 3 months. Following their recent lossless rollout, upgrading now unlocks up to 24-bit/44.1kHz FLAC audio.
• Tidal Individual Trial: Offers a standard 30-day trial featuring not just 1,411 kbps FLAC, but up to 24-bit/192kHz HiRes FLAC and spatial audio formats.
The Real Listening Experience: During our hands-on listening test with studio headphones (Audio-Technica ATH-M50x), Deezer's Premium trial delivered a noticeably wider soundstage, cleaner instrument separation, and punchier bass performance than Spotify's standard streaming quality. While it may not reach the ultra-high-resolution depth and detail offered by Tidal's top-tier audio plans, Deezer HiFi still provides an impressive lossless listening experience that competes strongly with most mainstream music streaming platforms.
What Are the Audio Quality and Bitrate Options During the Deezer Free Trial?
During the Deezer free trial, you can manually switch between different audio quality levels in the app settings. Audio quality is measured by bitrate, which represents how much audio data is processed per second. Higher bitrates generally provide clearer and more detailed sound.
| Quality Setting | Bitrate | Format | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 128 kbps | MP3 | Saving mobile data and poor network areas |
| High Quality | 320 kbps | MP3 | Casual listening via standard Bluetooth headphones |
| High Fidelity (HiFi) | 1,411 kbps | 16-bit/44.1kHz FLAC | Critical listening on dedicated DACs and high-end gear |
Keep in mind that lossless FLAC streaming requires a stable internet connection and more storage space for offline downloads.
What Happens When the Deezer Free Trial Ends?
Once your Deezer free trial expires, your account will automatically return to the Deezer Free plan unless you continue with a paid subscription. After the downgrade:
• The streaming quality is downgraded from 1,411 kbps FLAC back to 128 kbps MP3.
• All your offline downloads within the app become locked and grayed out.
• Ads will appear between songs.
• Premium-only features like unlimited skips may be restricted.
This means playlists downloaded during the free trial cannot be played offline anymore through the Deezer app.
If you want to keep your favorite Deezer songs permanently before the trial ends, some users choose to back up their music locally using tools like AudFree Deezer Music Downloader. This allows Deezer tracks to be saved as standard local audio files such as FLAC or MP3 for offline playback on computers and media players.
Conclusion
Securing a Deezer free trial is undeniably the most practical, risk-free way to experience what true CD-quality streaming feels like on your favorite audio gear. Based on my testing, the setup is incredibly straightforward, though you must remain vigilant about the platform's strict mobile renewal windows to avoid unexpected charges.
If you ultimately decide that a continuous monthly subscription doesn't fit your budget, but you loathe the idea of losing access to the high-fidelity playlists you spent weeks curating, there is an excellent alternative. Utilizing a dedicated backup tool like AudFree Deezer Music Downloader allowed me to safely archive my favorite trial tracks into local, DRM-free FLAC files. This ensures your transition back to the restricted free tier doesn't mean sacrificing your audio quality.
Go ahead and trigger your trial, explore the depths of lossless music, and let me know in the comments below if you run into any regional payment hurdles during activation!
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