A trial version of football software is a temporary trial version of a football-related software application. During this trial period, users can use the full or partial functionality of the software for free or at a greatly reduced rate for a limited period of time, usually a few days to a month. The purpose of such a trial version is to allow clubs, coaches, analysts or other users to test and evaluate the software in practice before making a final purchase or subscription. Football software is a collective term for digital applications that support or optimise various aspects of the sport of football. During the trial period, users can typically familiarise themselves with the most important features of the software. They can assess whether the application meets their needs, whether the interface is user-friendly and how well the support works. It enables users to make informed choices based on practical experience and thus invest in a solution that really adds value to their work and performance on and off the pitch.