Offering "Star Trek," the expanded "Yellowstone" universe, and all things Nickelodeon, Paramount Plus is one of the least expensive streamers around, with a basic ad-supported tier of service costing just $5.99 per month or $59.99 per year

But even though it is already a fairly low cost of entry when compared to other streamers, if you want to add Paramount Plus to your streaming lineup at a low cost that does nothing at all, there are several ways to do just that.

Currently, new users can sign up for a free 7-day trial of either the basic "Essentials" plan or the ad-free premium version, which includes Showtime. To get started, simply go to the official Paramount Plus website and click the "Start Free Trial" button. You will need to create an account and enter your payment information, but you will not be billed until the trial period ends.

Note: Paramount Plus sometimes offers special 30-day free trials. Sometimes this is offered during the holiday season or for major premieres.

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When you get free grocery delivery with Walmart Plus, one of the membership benefits includes a subscription to Paramount Plus Essentials Walmart Plus currently charges $12.95 per month after the 30-day free trial dollars ($98 for an annual plan). However, the giant retailer frequently offers significant discounts on subscriptions through its official app, so if you're considering subscribing to this service, be sure to keep an eye out for more savings.

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Subscribe to Showtime premium channels (recently renamed, somewhat confusingly, Paramount Plus with Showtime) on Spectrum, Direct TV, or Hulu with Live TV ), you get free access to the ad-free premium version of Paramount Plus With Showtime (a digital service that also includes live access to local CBS stations). Simply log in to the official Paramount Plus website using your TV provider's credentials and confirm your subscription to enjoy all the benefits that come with the app for free.

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Before signing up for a free trial, why not get a taste of what Paramount Plus (and Showtime) has to offer? Paramount Plus has a small free content library that includes episodes of acclaimed series such as Star Trek: Bizarre Adventures in a New World, Billions, and 1883. These contents can be accessed through the official Paramount Plus free-to-view website.

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