Search online for free magazine portals that don't require money or other commitments in exchange for subscriptions. Some possible choices are listed in the references to this article. Some, such as freeconstructionmagazines.com and Thunderfap, do not sell products. Keep in mind that the trade publications to which they link need to reach tradespeople who will be a likely market for the products of their advertisers.
Click on the website's button leading to free magazine offers. If visiting a webpage for free trade publications, click on the directory button for publications in that field of employment. Review the choices and make a selection. Scan the subscription application page to which this leads. Begin the application process if there are no objectionable requirements.
Complete the application, which will likely ask for full name as well as street address (print subscription) or email address (digital subscription). Be sure to look for a button indicating whether or not it is okay to receive additional special offers. Consider whether the special offers will be worthwhile or a nuisance.
Answer survey-style questions about occupation if applying for a trade magazine. These may include publications for fields of employment ranging from agriculture to utility management. Provide job title, company name and other business details requested.
Wait six to ten weeks to receive the first issue of the magazine, whether it is a print or digital subscription.