Free-Trial Point Activity 2026 — A Zero-Risk Procedure for VOD & Subscriptions
Free trials are a "near-zero-risk" entry offer
Free trials of video (VOD) and subscription services are ideal for getting started with point activity. That's because if you cancel within the free period you pay 0 yen and keep just the point-site routing reward (300–1,500 yen). Offers abound: U-NEXT, Hulu, d Anime, music streaming, e-books. There are only two tricks: "schedule the cancellation the moment you sign up" and "always record the free period's end date." This article covers the target services, the steps to never forget to cancel, and the cautions.
Cashback guide for free-trial offers
| Category | Routing reward (approx.) | Free-period example |
|---|---|---|
| Video (VOD) | 500–1,500 yen | 14–31 days |
| E-books / read-all | 300–1,000 yen | 14–30 days |
| Music streaming | 300–1,000 yen | 30 days+ |
| Other subscriptions | 300–2,000 yen | Varies by service |
Note: rates and free periods shift over time. Compare the latest values on Pointnavi before applying. Free trials often require "no prior use," so the trick is to pick services you're signing up for the first time.
Steps to never forget to cancel
- Sign up for the free trial via a point siteCompare rates and go through the highest site.
- Record the "free-period end date" right after signing upSet a calendar reminder for 2 days before the end date.
- If possible, schedule cancellation at sign-upMany services let you "use the full free period even if you cancel immediately." This zeroes out the billing risk.
- Confirm the award condition and collectAlways check whether it's "sign-up only" or "continue for X days."
The biggest trick is "schedule cancellation at sign-up." Many VODs like U-NEXT let you keep watching until the free period ends even after you cancel, with no charge. This drives the "forgot to cancel and got billed" accident to zero.
Cautions
- "First-time / unused" condition: services you've trialed before are excluded. Pick new ones.
- When the award condition is "continue": if it requires "X days of continued use," cancelling immediately — even within the free period — falls short. Check the condition.
- How the free period is counted: e.g., "14 days including sign-up day." Miss the end date by one day and you're billed.
- Check the cancellation path: via in-app purchase (App Store / Google Play) the cancellation location differs. Web sign-up is clearer.
FAQ
Do I still get points if I cancel right away?
If I cancel during the free period, can I no longer use it?
About how much can I earn per month?
This article was written from publicly available information on each point site as of May 2026. Cashback rates, campaign terms, and redemption rules can change without notice — always check each site's official page for the latest. This site uses each point site's referral program, but going through a referral link never changes the rate you receive.