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Can I offer a free trial for my product or service in Pennsylvania? What are the requirements?

Offering a Free Trial in Pennsylvania

To offer a free trial for your product or service in Pennsylvania, you do not need a specific license or permit. However, you should ensure that your business complies with all relevant laws and regulations.

One important consideration is consumer protection laws. Pennsylvania has a Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law that prohibits deceptive or unfair business practices, including false advertising and misrepresentations about products or services [1.1].

Additionally, if your free trial involves automatic billing or recurring charges, you must comply with Pennsylvania’s Automatic Renewal Law. This law requires businesses to clearly disclose the terms of automatic renewals and obtain affirmative consent from consumers before charging them [1.1].

It is also important to note that certain industries may have specific regulations regarding free trials. For example, if you are offering a free trial for a gambling or gaming service, you may need to comply with Pennsylvania’s gaming laws and regulations [1.5].

However, if you are a manufacturer of games of chance, you must register with the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue and obtain a manufacturer registration license [1.2]. Additionally, if you are an eligible organization conducting games of chance, you must obtain a games of chance license or a limited occasion license [1.3].

If you are a distributor of games of chance, you must also be licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Revenue [1.4].

Overall, while there is no specific license or permit required to offer a free trial in Pennsylvania, it is important to ensure that your business complies with all relevant laws and regulations.

References:

  • [1.1] 61 PACO Section 901.133
  • [1.2] 61 PACO Section 901.103
  • [1.3] 61 PACO Section 901.195
  • [1.4] 61 PACO Section 901.131
  • [1.5] 61 PACO Section 901.191
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Pennsylvania