The Best Freebies for August 2026: VPN, Streaming & More

This iPhone 16e with 128GB of storage is $99.99 at Metro by T-Mobile, down from $599.99 — after three months on the 50/mo. with Autopay plan, you'll get a $100 prepaid Mastercard gift card, essentially negating the cost of the phone. The phone includes a 48MP Fusion camera and a drop-tested design. It ships for free.  Shop Now at Metro by T-Mobile

Verizon is offering NFL Sunday Ticket from YouTube, a $480 value for the 2026 NFL season, free with an eligible 5G phone on select Unlimited plans or when buying a select Verizon Home Internet plan. Customers who don't qualify for the free offer can still get it for $234. The subscription covers every out-of-market Sunday afternoon game and supports multiview, letting you watch up to four games on one screen at once. Deal ends September 2. Shop Now at Verizon

Verizon is offering several phones for $0 per month when you trade in an eligible device and add a qualifying plan, including the Motorola razr 2026, Apple iPhone 17e, Samsung Galaxy A37 5G, and Google Pixel 10 Pro. Retail prices on these models range from $250 for the Galaxy A37 5G up to $1,000 for the Pixel 10 Pro, showing the offer spans budget and flagship devices alike. Other models like the Samsung Galaxy S26 and Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are also discounted with a qualifying plan, though not free. Plus, you'll get a $200 Verizon gift card for free when you check out with a qualifying plan. These items ship for free. Deal ends August 31. Shop Now at Verizon

LEGO offers the LEGO Pokémon Kanto Region Badge Collection Building Set for free with a purchase of $130. Free shipping applies. Deal ends August 11.  Shop Now at LEGO

CeraVe is offering a free sample of its Anti-Dandruff Hydrating Shampoo directly through its website. Shoppers just need to fill out a short form to claim one. Shop Now at Cerave

Signing the National Geographic Society's Pollinator Pledge gets you a free packet of native pollinator seeds mailed to your home. The offer is limited to U.S. addresses and one packet per household, and it runs while supplies last. Shop Now at National Geographic

Get a $10 Panda Express Bonus Card for free when you purchase $50 or more in gift cards.  The bonus card is valid from August 17th through October 7th.  Deal ends September 7th. Shop Now at Panda Express

Target is offering a $10 Target GiftCard when you buy any 3 select household items, spanning brands like Tide, Gain, Downy, Charmin, Bounty, and Glad. The promotion covers hundreds of items across detergents, toilet paper, paper towels, dryer sheets, and trash bags, and several products also carry their own manufacturer coupons on top of the gift card offer. Deal ends August 8th. Shop Now at Target

Colgate offers this classroom kit at no cost to educators through the Bright Smiles, Bright Futures program. It includes oral health education materials and product samples for 25 kindergarten or first-grade students. Shop Now at Colgate

As one of its daily deals, Lowe's offer a free Bosch 18V battery kit (which is $89 purchased alone at present) with select Bosch power tool purchases. These are already discounted to begin with too, such as the pictured Bosch 18V Brushless 2-1/8" 18 -Gauge Cordless Brad Nailer for $199 ($120 off).

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At Olive Garden, get free delivery with promo code "OGDELIVERS". The offer doesn't apply to catering orders. Shop Now at Olive Garden

Spend $50 or more on select household essentials at Target and receive a $15 Target gift card for free. The gift card is applied automatically to your Target account after qualifying items ship or are picked up in store. Additional discounts may apply, as noted on individual product pages. Shipping is free. This deal ends August 22nd. Shop Now at Target

Crumbl is giving out a free Thin cookie today with no purchase required at participating locations. The offer applies to select Classics Menu flavors, including Pink Sugar, Chocolate Chip, S'mores, and Brownie Batter, limited to one cookie per person and available in-store only.  Shop Now at Crumbl

As organizations continue to strengthen their cybersecurity strategies, Zero Trust Security: A Hands-on Guide provides practical instruction on implementing a zero trust architecture to better protect users, devices, and data. Normally priced at $101.95, it's available as a free digital download from TradePub through August 12. You'll need to register with a work email address to receive the download.  Shop Now at TradePub

If you're looking to make meetings more productive, The Meeting Book: How the Best Companies Meet Better explores practical strategies for planning, leading, and improving meetings that drive better collaboration and results. Normally priced at $30, it's available as a free digital download from TradePub through August 11. You'll need to register with a work email address to receive the download. Shop Now at TradePub

Whether you're looking to strengthen your professional presence or grow your career, The LinkedIn Playbook for Employees: How to Build Your Professional Brand Without Losing Your Job offers practical guidance for building your personal brand while staying aligned with your employer. Normally priced at $22.99, it's available as a free digital download from TradePub through August 11. You'll need to register with a work email address to receive the download. Deal ends August 11.  Shop Now at TradePub

For National Chicken Wing Day, Popeyes offers a 6-piece wings free with $10 orders. This offer requires rewards membership (it's free to join) and ends July 31. Shop Now at Popeyes

Today only, for National Chicken Wing Day, get a free 5pc boneless or regular wings with orders of $10 or more when you apply promo code "FREEWINGS".  Shop Now at Wingstop

Carl's Jr. is making up for failed summer romances by offering a free chicken maxx sandwich. Basically, you upload a screenshot of your "summer situationship story" via the form. You'll also need to be a Rewards member but it's free to join. It'll only be available for the first 1,000 qualifying redemptions and sandwich must be redeemed by September 1. Shop Now at Carl's Jr.

T-Mobile is offering preorders of the Google Pixel 11 for $0 a month for 36 months with an Experience Beyond plan, instead of the $899.99 full price. The phone is available for pre-order in Frost, Obsidian, and Hibiscus colors. It ships for free, and is estimated to release on August 20. Shop Now at T-Mobile

T-Mobile is offering the Google Pixel 11 Pro 256GB for $0 per month for 36 months with an Experience Beyond plan, down from a monthly price of $30.56. The phone's full price without the promotion is $1,099.99 plus tax. It ships for free too. It's expected to release on August 20. Shop Now at T-Mobile

Instacart's Deal Week highlights savings on groceries and household items delivered through Kroger. Some snacks, like Chomps meat sticks and Hot Pockets sandwiches, are listed completely free, while everyday essentials such as Bounty paper towels and Tide detergent are also discounted. Several deals require a Kroger loyalty card to unlock the lower price. Deal ends August 16. Shop Now at Instacart Inc

At Verizon, the Google Pixel 11 can be preordered from $0 a month over 36 months with an eligible trade-in and an Unlimited plan, against a full retail price of $900. Plus, during checkout, you can add a tablet (your choice between a Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 5G or Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G) and a Google Pixel Watch 5 41mm to your cart for free. (Each item requires its own plan.) The phone includes a 6.3" Super Actua OLED display with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 protection and a triple rear camera system with up to 20x zoom. New customers also avoid device activation fees on this order. It ships for free. The phone and watch are due to release on August 20. Shop Now at Verizon

Royal Perks members who spend $10 or more at Burger King can get up to four months of Spotify Premium at no extra cost. The offer is limited to qualifying members and participating restaurants, so check eligibility before ordering. Shop Now at Burger King

Curology's first box is free aside from $5.45 shipping and handling, giving new subscribers a custom prescription treatment along with a cleanser, moisturizer, and emergency spot patch. A licensed dermatology provider prescribes the formula based on an online consultation, and the company backs it with a 90-day money-back option for patients who complete check-ins and upload progress photos. Shop Now at Curology

If you've been curious about where blockchain is headed beyond cryptocurrency, Zero Knowledge, Infinite Trust: The Evolution and Revolution of Blockchain Technology takes a closer look at zero-knowledge technology and the next generation of secure, privacy-focused digital systems. Normally priced at $30, it's available as a free download from TradePub through August 5. You'll need to register with a work email address to receive the download. Shop Now at TradePub

Looking to sharpen your mindset? Win Today outlines a six-step framework for building mental resilience, improving performance, and creating lasting habits that support both personal and professional success. The eBook is regularly valued at $29, but you can download it free from TradePub through August 4. A work email address is required to claim the offer. Shop Now at TradePub

This newly released business book explores how companies can build long-term success by strengthening trust, supporting democratic institutions, and rethinking what creates a competitive edge in today's economy. Retailing for $30 in hardcover, TradePub is offering it as a free download for a limited time through August 4. You'll need to provide a work email address to access the download. Shop Now at TradePub

T-Mobile is offering the Apple iPhone 17 Pro 256GB for $0 per month over 24 months with an eligible trade-in and the Experience Beyond plan, down from a monthly price of $45.84. The full retail price without the promotion is $1,099.99 for the 256GB model, with 512GB and 1TB options also available at a discount under the same terms. A device connection charge of up to $35 may apply. It ships for free. Shop Now at T-Mobile

Chick-fil-A's Cow Appreciation Day lets customers dressed like a cow claim a free entrée at participating restaurants on July 14. Choices include a Chicken Sandwich, Nuggets, Chick-n-Strips, or breakfast items like the Chicken Biscuit, depending on the time of day. The offer is redeemable in-restaurant only through dine-in, carry-out, or drive-thru, and can't be combined with other offers. Shop Now at Chick-fil-A

Order an entree at Potbelly and apply the perk at checkout to get a free fresh-baked cookie. The offer runs through August 16 in celebration of National S'mores Day. Shop Now at Pot Belly

Spend $50 or more on select household essentials at Target and receive a $15 Target gift card for free.  The gift card is applied automatically to your Target account after qualifying items ship or are picked up in store. Additional discounts may apply, as noted on individual product pages. Shipping is free. This deal ends August 15th. Shop Now at Target

YouTube offers a rotating selection of movies and TV titles that stream free with ads on YouTube.com/movies. The lineup spans multiple genres and features titles such as Troy, The Da Vinci Code, and Everything Everywhere All At Once. Shop Now at YouTube

On July 26, LEGO Insiders can attend this in-store event to build and take home a LEGO sports car model at no cost, while supplies last. The build is limited to adults 18 and older and to one model per guest, and it's only available at participating LEGO Stores in the US and Canada. (Not an Insider? It's free to join.) Shop Now at LEGO

T-Mobile is offering its full lineup of Apple iPhones, from the iPhone 15 up to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, with financing as low as $0 down and monthly installments over 24 months. Full retail prices across the lineup range from $629.99 for the iPhone 15 to $1199.99 for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, with trade-in promotions available to lower the cost further. These phones also ship for free. Shop Now at T-Mobile

With an Experience Beyond plan, this Google Pixel 10 Pro drops from $41.67 a month to $0 a month for 24 months at T-Mobile. That brings the phone's $999.99 full price down to no cost over the life of the plan, provided wireless service continues. The phone ships for free too. Shop Now at T-Mobile

T-Mobile is offering preorders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 for $0 per month with a qualifying trade-in and monthly payment plan on the Experience Beyond plan, down from a full price of $1,899.99 for the 256GB model. The 512GB version is available for $8.33 per month with the same discount, against a full price of $2,099.99. Both configurations are scheduled to release on August 7. Shop Now at T-Mobile

At AT&T, the iPhone 17 Pro 256GB can drop to $0 per month when you trade in an eligible device worth $290 or more and sign up for a qualifying unlimited plan, spread across 36 monthly bill credits totaling up to $1,100. Without a trade-in, the phone would cost $30.56 per month on an installment plan, against a full retail price of $1,099.99. It ships for free. Shop Now at AT&T Mobility

Proven Winners offers a free copy of its 2026 Gardener's Idea Book along with a sign-up for the Winners Circle newsletter. The newsletter delivers seasonal gardening tips, plant profiles, and combination recipes each month at no cost.