Gemini is Google’s AI-powered chatbot that’s able to understand and respond accurately to user prompts, from general knowledge queries to more specific questions. While there is a free-to-use version of Gemini, you can also upgrade to the premium Gemini Advanced.
There are multiple benefits from upgrading to Google Gemini Advanced, which include access to Google’s next generation 1.5 Pro LLM, Gemini integration across productivity apps such as Gmail and Docs plus the ability to upload your own files to the Gemini web app for summaries, answers and feedback.
If you’re a first-time subscriber then you’ll even be eligible for a month’s subscription at no cost, although this will still require you to enter payment information.
With monthly subscriptions starting at £18.99/$19.99, read on to learn how to upgrade to Google Gemini Advanced.
What you’ll need:
- Google Account
- Payment information
The short version:
- Visit the Google Gemini homepage.
- Click on the Gemini logo.
- Click Upgrade next to Gemini Advanced.
- Select Start trial.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
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1Visit the Google Gemini homepage
Visit gemini.google.com.
Make sure that you’re logged into your Google account. Most Google accounts should have access to Gemini by default, although there are some exceptions to look out for – especially if you’re using a workplate-associated account. Scroll down to our troubleshooting guide to find out more.
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2Click on the Gemini logo
Towards the top left-hand corner, you’ll see the Gemini logo next to an arrow. Click this.
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3Click Upgrade next to Gemini Advanced
Clicking on the Gemini logo will reveal a dropdown menu. Select the Upgrade icon next to the greyed-out Gemini Advanced. This will open a new Google One tab.
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4Select Start trial
Under the list of Google Gemini Advanced benefits, you’ll see a blue Start trial button. Click here.
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5Follow the on-screen instructions
These instructions will depend on what information you have linked to your Google account. You’ll either just need to confirm the card you’d like to be charged, update information such as your address (as shown here) or you’ll need to add a payment method. For the latter, you can either add a credit or debit card or use your PayPal account.
Troubleshooting
Yes, if you are a new member of Gemini Advanced then you’ll be eligible for a month’s free trial. Remember that you will still need to add payment information and you will be charged automatically once the month is finished.
This may be due to your Google account type. For example, if you’re using a work Google account then you may need to request access from your workplace administrator.
