Coupon codes and “limited-time offers” often look tempting, but many don’t work for Indian users. The good news is — real trials and NGO/student discounts exist. Here’s a clear guide to what’s genuine.
India Snapshot
- Coupons: Genuine ones usually found on official partner pages. “Promo code” blogs often recycle expired deals.
- Free Trials: Most tools offer 7–30 days; GetResponse free plan covers 500 contacts.
- Non-Profit Discounts: Available on platforms like Canva (free for NGOs) and GetResponse (30–50% off for NGOs).
- Edu Discounts: Notion, GitHub Student Pack, and Canva Edu provide real benefits for Indian students.
- Payments: UPI, PayU, and Razorpay work on most India-facing sites; always confirm before checkout.
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Coupons: Real vs Fake
- Real: Official affiliate pages, partner promotions, and seasonal campaigns (Black Friday, Diwali).
- Fake: Coupon sites with endless “expired” tags or generic 10% off codes that don’t apply in India.
- Tip: Always click through from official partner sites like eBharat.com to confirm.
Free Trials: What You Actually Get
- GetResponse: Free for up to 500 contacts, full dashboard access.
- Canva Pro: 30-day free trial with UPI card authorization.
- Grammarly Premium: Often 7-day trial, billed annually after.
- Note: Trials often need a card upfront. Cancel before renewal if you don’t plan to pay.
Non-Profit Discounts
- Canva for NGOs: Free access with proof of registration.
- GetResponse for Non-Profits: 30–50% off plans.
- Google for Non-Profits: Free Google Workspace + ad credits.
- Tip: Apply with 12A/80G certification (India NGOs) or college/edu domain.
Edu Discounts in India
- Notion for Students: Free Pro plan with .edu.in email.
- GitHub Student Pack: Free access to 100+ premium tools.
- Canva Edu: Free upgrade for teachers and schools.
- Tip: Use your official .ac.in or .edu.in email for verification.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Real savings for NGOs and students.
- Some tools give lifetime non-profit free access.
- Trials allow testing before buying.
Cons
- Many coupon sites mislead.
- Trials require cards, risking auto-billing.
- Edu discounts limited to official emails.
Quick Checklist for Indian Users
- Ignore random coupon sites.
- Always start trials from official brand pages.
- Use UPI or PayU for safer billing.
- Apply for NGO/student discounts with valid IDs.
- Cancel trials in advance if not continuing.
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