With a Snowflake free trial, you can test the full platform for 30 days or $400 in credits. (For Cortex Code CLI, $40 credits) This includes loading and querying data from cloud storage (S3, Azure, GCS), using pre-loaded Tasty Bytes sample data and tutorials, working with structured and semi-structured data (JSON, Parquet), developing with Snowpark (Python/Java), building Streamlit apps, using Cortex AI/ML functions, accessing the Data Marketplace, connecting BI tools (Tableau, Power BI), and testing features like Time Travel, Zero-Copy Cloning, and Data Sharing. Note that some features have limitations: external network access, hybrid tables, Openflow, and Cortex AI functions are limited to 10 credits daily until you add payment.

Snowflake trial account lasts 30 days or until you use $400 in free credits, whichever comes first. ($40 credit for Cortec Code CLI Free trial). You can check your remaining balance in Snowsight's left navigation bar. If you run out of credits or time, you can contact your sales representative to request an extension, or add a credit card to convert to a paid account and continue using Snowflake immediately. 

You must select a cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP), region, and edition during signup, and these cannot be changed later. Choose the same cloud you currently use to reduce data transfer costs, select a region close to your users for better performance, and pick Enterprise edition for most advanced features. If you need different settings, you'll have to create a new trial account.

 If you can't receive the activation email, check your spam/junk folder first and verify you entered the correct email address during signup. Wait a few minutes for delivery, then try requesting a new activation email by re-entering your email on the signup or login page. If the issue persists, contact Snowflake Support or ask your IT department to whitelist Snowflake email domains as corporate email filters may be blocking the message.

To convert to a paid account, log into Snowsight, click "Upgrade" or go to Admin > Billing, and add a credit card. All your data, tables, and worksheets will be preserved during conversion. However, if you don't convert before your trial expires, your account will be suspended and you may lose access to your data.

For additional support:

• Snowflake Documentation: https://docs.snowflake.com/en/user-guide/admin-trial-account

• Snowflake Support: https://support.snowflake.com (create a case after logging in)

• Sales Representative: Check the contact information in the email you received during signup