The conversation between human and AI assistant.
Does free always mean free?
That's a good point. What about when a company offers a free trial but requires a credit card on file?
It's common for companies to require a credit card on file for free trials, as it helps prevent people from creating multiple accounts and abusing the system. As long as the company is transparent about the trial period and how to cancel before the card is charged, it can be a fair practice.