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Why I have to give my Credit card details if I want to try freely your service whenever is possible?

Pulsar14 Microsoft 21 Reputation points
2021-05-25T21:41:50.517+00:00

Why I have to give my Credit card details if I want to try freely your service whenever is possible?

Azure Cost Management
Azure Cost Management
A Microsoft offering that enables tracking of cloud usage and expenditures for Azure and other cloud providers.
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  1. Sam of Simple Samples 5,546 Reputation points
    2021-05-26T04:29:07.317+00:00

    Very many companies are like that. They want to ensure they can bill you after the trial period if you choose to continue. They also want to be able to identify who you are so they will know if you try to get any more free trials. Just be sure to cancel the trial in time before the trial is over if you decide you cannot or do not want to pay for it. If you are careful then you can get some Azure services for a reasonable amount but I know from experience it can be confusing and difficult to be careful.

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  1. Anonymous
    2021-05-25T23:16:19.507+00:00

    It's just a part of the process.

    What do I need to sign up for a free account?
    All you need is a phone number, a credit card or a debit card, and a Microsoft account or a GitHub account.
    https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/free/free-account-faq/

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  2. SadiqhAhmed-MSFT 49,331 Reputation points Microsoft Employee Moderator
    2021-05-26T10:36:35.053+00:00

    @Pulsar14 Microsoft Thank you for reaching out to us!

    Here is why you need a credit card - FAQ link - https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/free/free-account-faq/

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    Hope this answers your question. Happy to help if need more details!

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  3. Anonymous
    2021-05-26T12:57:37.673+00:00

    Just checking if there's any progress or updates?

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