How to Update Trial Accounts to Active Accounts on World of Warcraft
Blizzard's "World of Warcraft," hailed by players as one of the most addictive games of all time, made a wise marketing move in providing newcomers a free 14-day trial option before forcing them to purchase the full retail version of the game. The trial allows friends of existing players, or those who are curious, to create a character, level the character to 20 and communicate with friends through direct chat, but that's about it. The trial version strictly limits what a player can do, while still allowing an enthralling in-game experience.
Typically, the 14-day trial expires as a player reaches the level cap; thus, forcing you to purchase the full game and expansion packs. However, be assured that your hard work over the previous 14 days is not lost, as you can easily upgrade your trial account to a full retail account.
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Things You'll Need
- Battle.net account
- Trial World of Warcraft account
- Key from retail version of World of Warcraft game
Instructions
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Direct Online Upgrade of Your World of Warcraft Account
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Log in to your Battle.net account, which is your World of Warcraft account.
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Click on 'Manage Game', located under the World of Warcraft image in the Manage My Games section.
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Click on the 'Upgrade' button, which is located in a stand-alone box on the right side of the page. A window will open giving you two options, 'Enter a CD Key' or 'Direct Online Upgrade'.
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Click on 'Direct Online Upgrade'. The Account Upgrade window will open, alerting you to an activation fee which includes 30 days of free game play prior to the start of monthly billing.
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Fill out all credit card information requested on the account upgrade window. Ensure the box is checked telling Blizzard you understand it is your responsibility within the first 30 days to add game time through a prepaid game card, or establish recurring billing information.
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Click on 'Continue'. Your account has now been converted to a full retail version and features that were locked in the trial version are now unlocked.
Enter a Retail Key to Unlock Your Full World of Warcraft Account
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Purchase a full retail version of World of Warcraft at your local retailer or through the Blizzard online store. The expansions are not necessary at this time.
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Open the box and locate the CD Key, which is usually located on the disc sleeves inside the box.
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Log in to your Battle.net account, and click on 'Manage Game', located under the World of Warcraft image in the Manage My Games section.
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Click on the 'Upgrade' button, which is located in a stand-alone box on the right side of the page. A window will open giving you two options, 'Enter a CD Key' or 'Direct Online Upgrade'.
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Select 'Enter CD Key'. A window will open instructing you to 'Enter Game Key' in the provided form area.
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Enter the CD Key located in retail box, then click on 'Add Game'. Your account will be converted to a full retail version and features locked in the trial version are now unlocked.
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Tips & Warnings
After your account is converted from a trial account to an active account, you can add expansion packs using any of the above methods through your Battle.net account; however, the easiest way is to perform the Direct Online Upgrade and pay for the downloads through the Blizzard Store.
Be sure to add recurring monthly subscription information through your Battle.net account. This will ensure your account does not become inactive after the initial 30 days. You can purchase game cards at select retailers, or sign up for monthly billing service through Blizzard.
Conversion of your trial account can take up to 72 hours. However, most restrictions are removed after payment of your activation fee. Even after conversion, you still may lack the ability to perform in-game chat. Please be assured this will unlock upon full payment verification.
