> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://academy.shade.inc/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://academy.shade.inc/help-center/general-faq/does-shade-offer-a-trial.md).

# Does Shade offer a trial?

When you sign up for Shade, you are automatically put on a 7 day trial, no credit card needed. This fully unlocks your use of Shade before you have to input a credit card to continue to use Shade. If you are using other tools in conjunction with Shade such as [Mimiq](https://hedge.co/products/mimiq) for Avid bin locking workflows, we suggest starting those trials in conjunction with Shade. &#x20;

After, you can get on the Growth plan or [book a demo](https://shade.inc/book-a-demo) with us to set up your Enterprise plan.


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