What You Get During the Trial
Everything. There are no feature gates or limitations during your trial. You have full access to:- Dashboard — real-time stats, fan growth charts, activity feed
- Assets — create unlimited music releases, merch products, tour dates, and extras
- Launches — build unlimited campaigns with progress tracking and multi-asset support
- Flow Builder — create visual automation sequences with triggers, actions, conditions, and delays
- Fans — full access to your fan database, profiles, conversations, and analytics
- Messages (Blasts) — send email, SMS, and Instagram DM campaigns
- FanauraAI — AI-powered insights and natural language queries
- Integrations — connect Spotify, Shopify, Instagram, Telnyx SMS, and more
- Team — invite team members ($10/month per seat, charged after trial ends)
- Rewards — configure VIP fan rewards system
- Settings — full account customization including branding, security, and logs
The goal is simple: use Fanaura for 30 days, see the value in your data, and then decide if you want to keep going.
The Trial Countdown Banner
Fanaura shows a trial banner at the top of the sidebar to keep you informed about how much time you have left. The banner changes color and urgency as your trial progresses.Banner Stages
| Days Remaining | Banner Color | Message |
|---|---|---|
| 30-8 days | Subtle/default | ”X days left in your free trial” |
| 7-4 days | Amber/yellow | ”Only X days left in your free trial” with a link to subscribe |
| 3-1 days | Red/urgent | ”Your trial expires in X days” with a prominent subscribe button |
| 0 days (expired) | Red/blocked | ”Your trial has expired” with a subscribe button |
Can I Dismiss the Banner?
The banner stays visible throughout your trial as a gentle reminder. It does not block any functionality until your trial actually expires.What Happens When Your Trial Expires
When the 30-day trial ends and you have not subscribed:What Gets Locked
- Dashboard — you can no longer access the main dashboard
- Assets — you cannot create or edit assets
- Launches — you cannot create or manage campaigns
- Fans — you cannot access your fan database or conversations
- Messages — you cannot send blasts
- FanauraAI — the AI assistant is unavailable
- Integrations — integrations remain connected but stop processing new data
What Still Works
- Settings — you can still access Settings so you can subscribe
- Billing — the billing tab remains accessible so you can choose a plan and add a payment method
- Login — you can still log into your account
Your Data Is Safe
Your fan data, assets, launches, and campaign history are not deleted when your trial expires. Everything is preserved exactly as you left it. Once you subscribe, you pick up right where you left off with all your data intact.Important: Fanaura does not delete your data after trial expiration. Your fan database, campaign history, and all configurations are retained. You will not lose anything by taking a few extra days to decide.
How to Subscribe
Before Your Trial Expires
- Click “Settings” in the sidebar navigation.
- Click the “Billing” tab.
- Browse the available plans and choose the one that fits your needs.
- Enter your payment information.
- Click “Subscribe”.
After Your Trial Expires
- Log into Fanaura (you will see a notice that your trial has expired).
- Click the “Subscribe” button on the expired trial screen, or navigate to Settings > Billing.
- Choose a plan and add your payment method.
- Click “Subscribe”.
Completing Your Account Before Subscribing
Before you can subscribe, Fanaura requires some account details to be complete. You may be prompted to fill in:- Legal first and last name — required for billing
- Business name — the name under which you operate
- Billing address — street, city, state, postal code, country
Trial Period FAQ
Can I extend my trial?
Contact Fanaura support if you need more time. Extensions are granted on a case-by-case basis.Does my trial start when I sign up or when I first use the platform?
Your trial starts the moment your account is created (thecreated_at timestamp on your artist record). It runs for exactly 30 days regardless of usage.
Can I downgrade or cancel after subscribing?
Yes. You can change your plan or cancel at any time from Settings > Billing. If you cancel, you retain access until the end of your current billing period.Do I lose my data if I cancel after the trial?
No. Your data is preserved. If you re-subscribe later, everything will be right where you left it.What if I invited team members during the trial?
Team member seats are free during the trial period. Once you subscribe, team seats are billed at $10/month per member. You can remove team members before subscribing if you want to reduce costs.Can I use Fanaura for free forever?
Not currently. Fanaura offers a generous 30-day trial, but a subscription is required for continued access after the trial period. The platform requires ongoing infrastructure costs for real-time data processing, SMS delivery, AI features, and storage.Making the Most of Your Trial
Here is a 30-day game plan to get maximum value from your free trial:Week 1: Foundation
- Complete onboarding and connect your Spotify
- Add your current and upcoming music releases as assets
- Create your first presave campaign and share the smart link
- Import or connect your existing fan data (if applicable)
Week 2: Automation
- Set up your first Flow Builder automation
- Connect integrations (Shopify for merch, Telnyx for SMS, Instagram for DMs)
- Create a welcome flow for new fans
- Send your first email blast to test the messaging system
Week 3: Intelligence
- Explore the Fans page and review fan profiles
- Check your geographic heatmap to see where fans are concentrated
- Try FanauraAI — ask it questions about your data
- Review the Analytics section for insights on fan growth and engagement
Week 4: Decide
- Look at your dashboard stats — how many fans have you collected?
- Check your launch progress — are automations running smoothly?
- Review team usage — who on your team is getting value from the platform?
- Head to Settings > Billing and choose a plan
Next Steps
- Dashboard Overview — Learn what every stat and chart on your dashboard means.
- Active Launches — Track your campaigns in real time.