I received an email showing my order and that Sling TV was free for 30 days. There was nothing in the email that explained what I needed to do to activate the 30 day free trial. Any suggestions?

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I received an email showing my order and that Sling TV was free for 30 days. There was nothing in the email that explained what I needed to do to activate the 30 day free trial. Any suggestions?

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merlin · Accepted Answer

We received a free 30 day trial offer for Sling TV when we recently purchased a Samsung 4K TV. This was just about 10 days ago. There was a code on our receipt that we went to use....however beware even though it's free, they ask for a credit card and tell you that your card will be charged after the Trial Period is over. At this time, we chose not to use the trial offer and provide our credit card info.

Answered by merlin 7 years ago

Verified Purchase

RDACW · Answer

On the hard copy of the receipt there was a code to put in on the Sling website. It didn't show up on my emailed copy of the receipt.

G1471 · Answer

You should be able to go to the app on your new TV and you should have a code I think to activate it.

Pmdavis · Answer

In my experience when you sign up with a new email address and payment info, the 30 days is fairly standard.

Carebear · Answer

There should have been a code printed on your receipt for the 30 day free trial.

Mrincredible · Answer

USe the link in the email you received and use the code it gives you to activate it

deneer · Answer

There is a code at the bottom of your receipt go to sling .com/promo hope this helps

Ameer · Answer

Easy way is to use bestbuy app under purchased there an option to redeem , but you need to add credit card information even for free trail ,then if u don’t want cancel it.

llncstr · Answer

Initially, I had the same problem! Then I checked my original Best Buy cash register receipt. It provided me with all the needed information. Hopefully, you saved your receipt to refer to. Otherwise call the store where you purchased the system from and perhaps they can be of assistance.

Answered by llncstr 7 years ago

Verified Purchase

Darshan · Answer

You will have a code on your bill and use that code to activate sling 30 free subscrition to activate.

profmcg · Answer

Go to the sling website and activate. Your Best Buy receipt should have a code for your 30 day trial, and once you put the code in the website will take you through the rest.

LINA · Answer

i was confused with it too, i got my receipt emailed to me and on the receipt there is a customer service number you can call regarding any issues with activating your free trail. I called it because i didint see a code and they emailed me it, it was in a junk foler. Good luck! hope this helps

JOTAAS · Answer

BestBuy would've sent you the email after your purchase. In the email their is a code that allows you to use the service for free for 30 days. You will need that code in order to receive the 30 days offer. Check your email again as it should be there.

bdonahoe · Answer

Thanks for all the help. I have received instructions and enjoying Sling TV now. All the responses are appreciated.

Demling · Answer

There should be a code and a website to go to on your receipt

Ashley · Answer

It’s on the actual receipt that the cashier printed out and gave you. There’s a promo code on it. NOT in the email

Seeds812 · Answer

Call Best Buy customer service they got ya

JhJaime · Answer

Check your receipt.

Phil · Answer

Just go to the App and sign up. That's how they drag you in to subscribing. Just my opinion, not worth the effort.

Gogdor · Answer

I had the same issue. Called Best Buy support and they emailed a code.

Dean · Answer

I found a code on my receipt. It says I should enter that code to activate my free trial.

George · Answer

You will need to setup an account with a credit card and cancel within the 30 days or you will be charged for the up coming month.

cliffb · Answer

Sling and ROKU are different companies. We bought a Roku tv and in the ROKU app it told us that our sling ID was invalid. I called ROKU they referred me to sling. Their website is Sling.com. Sign up there.

Lynnie59 · Answer

You just sign up for a new account and the 30 days will be offered. At least that's how all the one;'s I've tried works.

MikeJ · Answer

I’m not sure what your purchase was, but you should be able to go to sling tv website, and register your device, it should pop up a promo code. Enter code and set up your account

Skinn · Answer

Gotta go online and sign up on sling website. Enter credit card info and if you want to cancel after the free trial you can do so with no charge. I love sling!

Ballergirl · Answer

There should be an activation code on your receipt

DeniseP · Answer

Just go to sling.com and sign up, they give everyone 30 days free or call their 1-800 number and let customer service assist you.

Shelbers33 · Answer

There should be a code on your receipt.

Rachel · Answer

Go online to sling.com. It’s fairly simple to set it up. Make sure you set a reminder tho the day before your 30 free days ends so you don’t get billed. And you don’t want to cancel during your 30 days free because that ends the service effective immediately. Also, if you have any problems setting up you can call their customer support line. They are quick and extremely helpful. After you set it up on your browser you can download the app on your phone or whatever and manage your account from the app. Good luck!

Brett · Answer

That's a pretty easy question to flag. Call Best Buy customer service.

Cei07 · Answer

I called Best Buy and they helped me set it up. They sent me a link thru email and I set it up.

MouseMan · Answer

Make sure it is the correct email that you registered the information to be sent to. Once you find the email you will need to sign up on line. If you still can not find the email with the sling code I suggest contacting best buy to see what they have on file. A simple type o will prevent you from receiving the email.

Best Of Luck

Loube · Answer

The code is supposed to be on the receipt to start it.

Trojanfan213 · Answer

Check your receipt from original purchase

Michael · Answer

While on your TV go to the Sling app. Then create an account. You'll have to enter your credit card info and then you're in. After your 30 are up your credit card will billed automatically unless you go online to cancel your subscription.

BeeJay · Answer

I would call or visit the store where you made your purchase. They should be able to give you the proper information for your free 30 days or pull up or reprint the information from your receipt.

bobcam · Answer

Go to sling.com/promo and enter promo code from email.

Bobby · Answer

Have sling for thirty days easy process!

DavidA · Answer

Open the app on the tv screen and it should lead you through the process. You’ll need a computer or iPad to register the tv.

Nina · Answer

You should have received an E-mail from Best Buy that gives you instructions on how to to activate your free sling TV promotion. Also included in this e-mail should be a promotional code that you have to enter on the sling TV app to receive it free for 30 days.

kenand · Answer

your email will have a redemption code be sure to keep it on hand then go to sling.com/promo and you will get step by step instructions. be sure to pick sling blue and orange they're both free.

HockeyDude · Answer

Did you buy a smart/roku? I was prompted when setting up my TV if I wanted the trial.

Kaydom · Answer

I received a separate email a few days later with a link.

Beme · Answer

If you’re looking to stream a ‘cable’ experience... compare channels between Sling and DirectTV Now. I’ve noticed a considerable difference in channel options ( regardless of low to more expensive packages ). I personally like Direct TV. The basic package comes with tons of channels!!! And 20 hours of DVR recording. DirectTV Now also has free streaming trial periods! Good luck 
PS, I’m VERY happy I cut the cord!

trucker · Answer

After you create your account with the promo code on a computer or phone you have to log in the first time on the device you are going to stream with...a roku, firestick, blu-ray player or TV with the app. It also works on whatever device you created the account on. If not you'll have to call them. I called once and they have decent customer service, short wait times etc.

Suefraz1 · Answer

I also entered a credit card. After about 21 days I decided to cancel and there has been no charge on credit card

Suefraz1 · Answer

As I remember, you have to go to their website and enter the promo code for your free trial. You also create a password that you need when you log in on your streaming device. I was able to access it on my Roku, but not on my HiSense smart TV. Not all smart TVs work with Sling TV.

Will · Answer

My receipt had the sling tv promo and code at the bottom. You will need to enter your credit card for completion and activation but it will not be billed until the 31st day unless you cancel before.

Jhall · Answer

Towards the top of the receipt is the code to use to sign up for the free 30 days of sling
Found the website by typeing free sling for 30 days

Raven16 · Answer

Same here didn't let me access sling TV think just ridiculous. They say you get 30 day free with purchase but you dont not sure why but seems like they need to honor it to ppl that didn't get it only right thing to do cause lot e shopping at best buy

dbrhknapp · Answer

I never got the email but tried to activate. Couldn’t do it. Waste of time.

Cupcake · Answer

Hi
When I bought the Fire TV, Sling for 30 days was also offered to me. However, in order to activate it, you must sign into your account and once you have completed that crucial step, you will receive an code via email; at which time you will enter that code into the space provided. I hope that this helps.

Mspiggy55 · Answer

On your receipt there is a code to enter

BBDCT · Answer

You will find the activation code on your original receipt.

“I received an email showing my order and that Sling TV was free for 30 days. There was nothing in the email that explained what I needed to do to activate the 30 day free trial. Any suggestions? Thanks”

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