How to Get Perplexity’s Comet Browser Free with PayPal, Venmo, or SheerID

Key takeaways

• PayPal and Venmo users can get early access to the Comet browser plus a free 12-month Perplexity Pro trial (listed as a $200 value).

• The PayPal Subscriptions Hub includes a limited $50 cash-back promotion for linking and paying three subscriptions, and it’s where many users will redeem the offer.

• Students can verify with SheerID to get a free month of Perplexity Pro and earn up to 24 months via referrals that stack on top of other promotions.

• The browser first launched in July 2025 for Perplexity Max subscribers at $200/month before free trial programs expanded its availability.

What the Comet browser does—and why it’s different

The Comet browser integrates answer-focused search and an assistant into everyday browsing. Instead of juggling tabs, we can ask for summaries, compare items on a page, or pull out important points while we read. When it launched in July 2025, Comet was only available for Perplexity Max subscribers at $200/month. Now, broader free-trial offers through PayPal, Venmo, and SheerID are making it more widely available.¹

Who qualifies—and how to claim your trial

PayPal & Venmo route: early access + 12 months of Pro

If we use PayPal or Venmo in the U.S. (and select global markets), we can redeem early access to the Comet browser plus a 12-month Perplexity Pro trial through the PayPal app’s Subscriptions Hub or in the Venmo app. After the 12 months, the plan renews at the then-current rate unless we cancel first.^1,2

Eligibility details:

• Accounts must have been created by September 1, 2025, to qualify.

• The offer is valid through December 31, 2025.

• New accounts may face a 30-day verification period before redemption.²

Extra perk: PayPal is also offering $50 cash back to U.S. customers who link and pay for three subscriptions through the Subscriptions Hub. This promotion runs alongside the Comet offer and provides added incentive if we already manage multiple subscriptions.²

Student route: verify once, then extend with referrals

Students can verify status through SheerID to receive one free month of Perplexity Pro. Each verified referral earns an additional month, stacking up to 24 free months. These referral credits can also be layered on top of other promotions. The program applies to currently enrolled students only.^3,4

What Perplexity Pro includes during the trial

Perplexity Pro generally provides higher usage limits, advanced model access, and priority features across Perplexity and the Comet browser. With the PayPal/Venmo path, we get a full year of Pro at no charge. With the student path, free access can last for two years if referral slots are maximized. Either way, it’s a chance to evaluate the Comet browser without upfront cost.⁴

Quick start: set up the Comet browser in minutes

1. Redeem the offer in the PayPal or Venmo app (or verify student status via SheerID).

2. Install the Comet browser following the instructions provided.

3. Sign in with the same account tied to your offer.

4. Test it out: ask the Comet browser to summarize an article, outline differences between two products, or organize key details from a page.

5. Set reminders: note your renewal date so you can cancel or continue with confidence.

Everyday ways to use the Comet browser

• Read faster: Summarize long content to focus on what matters.⁵

• Compare before buying: Get feature breakdowns on product pages.

• Plan trips or projects: Generate outlines or checklists from multiple sites.

• Study support: Turn readings into summaries or flashcards; extend access through referrals.^3,4

Costs and safeguards

• Renewal awareness. PayPal/Venmo trials renew automatically unless canceled; student referral months eventually expire too. ^2,3

• Subscriptions Hub. Centralizes management of linked services for easier cancellation.

• Eligibility rules. PayPal accounts must meet the Sept 1 cutoff; student access requires SheerID verification. ^2,3

Bottom line

The PayPal/Venmo trial and student program make it simple to test the Comet browser without cost. With up to a year of free Perplexity Pro for payments users and two years for students through referrals, these promotions widen access far beyond the $200/month Max plan that launched the browser. Redeem the offer, set a reminder for renewal, and see whether the Comet browser earns a place in your daily routine.

Citations

1. Babu, Juby, and Akash Sriram. “PayPal, Venmo Users to Gain Early Access to Perplexity’s Comet AI Browser.” Reuters, 3 Sept. 2025.
2. PayPal Newsroom. “Skip the Waitlist: PayPal and Venmo Users Offered Early Access to Perplexity’s New Comet Browser with Free Perplexity Pro Subscription.” 3 Sept. 2025.
3. SheerID for Shoppers. “Free Perplexity Pro for Students.” SheerID, 2024.
4. Perplexity Help Center. “How Can I Refer Friends and Classmates?” Perplexity.ai, updated 2025.
5. Shapiro, Alicia. “Perplexity Comet Browser Offers Free Trials via PayPal, Venmo, and Students.” AiNews.com, 4 Sept. 2025.

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