You signed up for a free trial expecting a small renewal fee — or none at all — only to see a larger charge appear after the trial ended.
This confusion usually happens during the trial-to-paid conversion phase. The billing system shifts from promotional access to full subscription pricing automatically.
When the free trial expires, standard billing terms immediately replace trial conditions.
Why Trial Conversion Charges Look Incorrect
- Full subscription pricing activates instantly
- Taxes and regional fees apply at billing
- Promotional discounts may expire with the trial
- Billing cycles reset upon paid activation
Why The Amount Feels Higher Than Expected
- Trial access showed reduced or zero pricing
- Auto-renewal triggered before cancellation
- Annual plans may activate instead of monthly
- Currency conversion affects final billing
How To Verify The Charge
- Review trial terms in the original signup email
- Check subscription plan type post-trial
- Confirm billing cycle and renewal price
- Contact support if incorrect plan activation occurred
Charges after a free trial often reflect standard subscription activation — not billing errors.