How to get Microsoft Copilot free trials and unlock premium access
- Graziano Stefanelli
- Sep 18
- 3 min read
Microsoft Copilot is integrated across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, powering apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and Copilot Studio. While most advanced capabilities are tied to paid plans, there are several verified ways to access Copilot for free, depending on your account type, organization, or eligibility. Understanding these trial options helps maximize Copilot’s capabilities without committing to a subscription upfront.
You can start with a free trial of Microsoft Copilot Studio
Microsoft Copilot Studio offers a 60-day free trial that allows you to build, customize, and publish AI-powered Copilot agents. To start, you need a work or school email account associated with a Microsoft 365 tenant, as personal accounts are often not supported for developer access.
During the trial, you gain access to the full set of Studio features, including workflow automation, agent deployment, and data integration. Once the initial trial expires, you can extend it by an additional 30 days. Published agents remain functional for up to 90 days after trial expiration, making it possible to continue testing features without immediate payment.
This trial is ideal for developers, IT administrators, and organizations wanting to test Copilot automation and agent-building capabilities before deploying it across larger teams.
U.S. college students get three months of free Copilot access
Microsoft launched a special offer for U.S.-based college students in May 2025, granting three months of free access to Microsoft 365 Personal, which includes Copilot integration across core apps like Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and OneNote.
Eligibility requires a verified student email address issued by a college or university. After the three-month trial, students can continue using the subscription at 50% off the regular price, reducing costs to $4.99 per month.
This program is designed to make Copilot more accessible to students working on research, data analysis, academic writing, and collaborative projects.
Federal agencies can access Microsoft Copilot for free via GSA
Under the OneGov agreement signed with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), federal agencies can use Microsoft Copilot at no cost as part of a broader Microsoft 365 package.
The program, valid until September 2026, also includes discounted Azure usage and waived data egress fees, enabling agencies to integrate Copilot into enterprise-scale document management, intelligence workflows, and cross-agency collaboration systems.
This program demonstrates Microsoft’s push to integrate Copilot into government operations while reducing licensing costs for federal deployments.
Copilot Pro free trials and app integrations are available for personal users
For individual users, Copilot Pro trials are available intermittently through Microsoft’s Copilot Pro portal. These trials unlock premium Copilot integration across the full suite of Microsoft 365 apps, including desktop and web versions of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
To start a free trial, sign in with a Microsoft account and select “Start your free trial” on the Copilot Pro landing page. Availability depends on Microsoft’s rollout schedule and may vary by region.
This is the most straightforward way for non-student, non-enterprise users to test Copilot in everyday productivity tasks without committing to a recurring subscription.
Summary of Microsoft Copilot free trial options
Microsoft’s free trial ecosystem makes it possible to access Copilot features across several environments—from personal productivity and student learning to enterprise-scale deployments and custom agent development. By matching the right trial path to your profile, you can unlock Copilot’s capabilities without immediate costs while evaluating its integration within your workflow.
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