> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.sipgate.de/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.sipgate.de/cloud-telefonanlage/en/getting-started/readme/wie-funktioniert-die-kostenlose-testphase.md).

# How does the free trial work?

You have the option, within the **30-day trial period** to try sipgate free of charge, in full, and without providing your bank details. During this time, you will receive from us a **trial number block** with five local numbers with a Düsseldorf area code. You do not need to cancel the trial period manually. The trial period ends automatically after 30 days. If you switch to a full version during the 30 days, the trial period also ends automatically.

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Please note: All configurations and settings will be deleted when your trial account expires.
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During the trial period, you have **50 free minutes** to the **German landline network** as well as **10 free minutes** to **German mobile networks** available.\
In addition, during the trial period you can book a SIM card or eSIM with **500 MB data volume** for test purposes.\
You start the trial period with a click on the button **Try for free** on our [website](https://www.sipgate.de).

#### **Extension of the trial period**

If you have to wait beyond the trial period for a number you have ported, you can [extend the trial period](https://help.sipgate.de/hc/de/requests/new?ticket_form_id=55321). This will keep your configurations and settings. Don't worry, your account will not automatically become a full version through the porting order.

#### **Credit top-up**

You can top up your account with additional credit during the trial period. If you then do not stay with sipgate, you can have the remaining credit refunded.

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**Important**: If you top up credit during the trial period, your trial numbers will automatically expire. Your trial period then continues without the trial numbers.
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#### **Your trial account**

If you do not opt for a full version, your trial account will still remain, however the settings you made will be reset. But it can still be managed and also at a later time into a **full version** converted.


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