Affinity iPad apps: trial exists but no confirmed free permanent unlock

Multiple users reported a workaround to permanently unlock Affinity Photo 2, Affinity Designer 2 and Affinity Publisher 2 on iPad by installing the app, starting the 7‑day free trial and creating an account. After checking official sources, there is no verified or legitimate method to get a permanent free license that bypasses purchasing.

What’s official

• Affinity offers a 7‑day free trial for its iPad apps.
• To keep using the apps after the trial you must purchase a one‑time (lifetime/perpetual) in‑app license.
• Affinity’s official pages describe in‑app licence activation and pricing; no official documentation supports a free permanent unlock via account creation.

Why this matters

Messages claiming free permanent unlocks may be based on misunderstandings, forum posts, or attempts to exploit loopholes. Using unofficial methods to bypass purchases may violate terms of service and risk loss of access.

Links & sources

• Affinity — In‑App licence activation (official)
• Affinity — Pricing
• Affinity Photo 2 on the App Store

Summary

The reliable process: download the app, use the 7‑day trial, then purchase the one‑time lifetime license in‑app to keep the app permanently. If you’ve found a different outcome, reply below or share sources — we’ll update if credible evidence appears.