Looking for a TryHackMe coupon or promo code? The honest answer for September 2026: there is no working public promo code right now. What does work is the official student discount (an extra 20% off annual Premium), the annual plan itself (38% cheaper than paying monthly) and the Black Friday sale, which reached 40% off annual plans in 2025. Almost every other "code" you find online is expired, fake or a scam.
This guide covers every legitimate way to pay less, how to activate each one, and how to spot fake offers. For the full plan-by-plan breakdown, see our TryHackMe pricing guide. And if you want to keep learning while you wait for a sale, free browser labs like Hack the Cookie on HackerDNA cost nothing and need no setup.
Updated September 2026 with current pricing.
Quick answer (September 2026)
- Promo code: none active. TryHackMe had no sale running on September 30, 2026, so any code listed as "verified" today is almost certainly dead.
- Student discount: an extra 20% off the annual Premium plan, on top of the annual discount. You claim it through an eligibility check on TryHackMe's students page, not with a code. It does not apply to monthly billing or to MAX, and it does not stack with sale codes or vouchers.
- Black Friday: the biggest discount of the year, 20-40% off annual plans in recent years (40% with the code BLACKFRIDAY40 in 2025).
- Vouchers: no longer sold. An existing voucher still works until it expires, and vouchers occasionally appear as festive giveaways.
Legit Ways to Save on TryHackMe
Every discount that actually exists in 2026, in one table:
| Option | Typical saving | Applies to | How to get it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual billing | 38% vs monthly | Premium and MAX | Pick the annual plan at checkout |
| Student discount | Extra 20% | Annual Premium | "Check eligibility" on TryHackMe's students page (Student Beans) |
| Black Friday sale | 20-40% (40% in 2025) | Annual plans | Code announced by TryHackMe during the sale |
| Voucher | Varies | As stated on the voucher | "Redeem Voucher" section of your profile |
| Certification discount | 15-25% (Premium), 40% on one cert (MAX) | TryHackMe certifications, annual plans | Subscriber discount code at checkout |
| Free tier | 100% (limited content) | Free rooms, 1 hour/day AttackBox | Create a free account |
On stacking: the student discount stacks with the annual billing discount, but that is where combining stops. You cannot add a seasonal promo code or a voucher on top of the student discount, so choose whichever single offer saves you the most at checkout.
Student Discount: Step-by-Step Activation
The student discount is the only standing offer, and the most reliable way to pay less. With it, annual Premium drops from $126-134 to about $100-107 a year, depending on your region.
Who is eligible
- University and higher education students, worldwide
- No .edu address required: eligibility is checked through Student Beans, not by your email domain
- Applies to the annual Premium plan only, not monthly billing
- It does not apply to MAX, so a student who picks MAX pays full price and loses the 20%
- It cannot be combined with vouchers or promotional codes
How to activate it
- Create or log in to your TryHackMe account A free account is enough to start. You do not need to be subscribed.
- Open the students page Go to tryhackme.com/students and click "Check eligibility".
- Verify with Student Beans TryHackMe uses Student Beans to confirm you are enrolled. It usually takes a few minutes.
- Choose annual Premium at checkout Once verified, the 20% is applied automatically to the annual Premium plan.
If verification fails
- Check the institution name: pick your school exactly as it appears in Student Beans' list before retrying
- Have proof ready: Student Beans may ask for evidence of enrolment, such as a student ID or an enrolment letter
- Contact TryHackMe support: if you are a genuine student and still blocked, explain your situation through official support
Note: the student discount is for genuine students only. Faking student status breaks TryHackMe's terms of use and can get your account closed.
Seasonal Promos and Where to Find Them
TryHackMe does not run sales every month. In practice there is one big one a year, around Black Friday, plus the occasional smaller promotion.
What past sales looked like
- Black Friday 2025: 40% off annual subscriptions with the code BLACKFRIDAY40, ending November 28, 2025
- Earlier years: between 20% and roughly 35% off annual plans
- The rest of the year: occasional promotions with no fixed schedule
To put that in money: if the 2025 discount repeated, annual Premium at $126 would drop to about $76. That is not guaranteed, but it is the realistic ceiling for a non-student.
Where to find official announcements
- TryHackMe pricing page The source of truth for current prices. Check it before you trust any code you found elsewhere.
- TryHackMe on X Sale codes and deadlines are posted by the official @TryHackMe account.
- TryHackMe Discord server The official community server, where announcements are pinned.
- Email newsletter Keep marketing emails switched on in your TryHackMe account to get sale announcements.
Why coupon sites always look out of date
TryHackMe ties each promo code to one campaign and retires it when the sale ends. BLACKFRIDAY40 stopped working after November 28, 2025, yet aggregator pages keep listing codes like it as "verified" because they are generated automatically and earn money from clicks.
When we checked on September 30, 2026, TryHackMe had no active sale and no public promo code; the student discount was the only standing offer. When a sale does run, TryHackMe announces the code itself on the channels above.
Tip: if you are not a student and it is already autumn, waiting for Black Friday is reasonable: keep learning on the free tier until then. If it is spring, do not put your learning on hold for six months to save a few dozen dollars.
Vouchers and Discount Codes: What Is Legit
There is a lot of confusion between vouchers, promo codes and "coupons". Here is what is real.
TryHackMe vouchers: the current situation
- Vouchers are no longer sold. TryHackMe stopped selling gift vouchers, so you cannot buy one from its website.
- Existing vouchers still work within their validity period. Redeem them from the "Redeem Voucher" section of your profile (see TryHackMe's voucher help article).
- The redeem option is hidden if you are already subscribed, so redeem before you start a paid plan.
- Vouchers may occasionally appear during festive periods, as giveaways announced by TryHackMe, and have also been handed out as competition prizes or through educational partnerships.
- Resold vouchers are risky. Codes sold on eBay, Reddit or forums may be stolen, already redeemed or fake.
Red flags: how to spot scams
Coupon aggregator sites
Sites like RetailMeNot, Honey or CouponCabin that list "TryHackMe promo codes" almost always show expired or invented codes. The listings are generated automatically to earn from clicks.
Too-good-to-be-true offers
"70% off lifetime TryHackMe" or "Free Premium forever" are scams. TryHackMe does not sell lifetime plans, and its biggest recent public discount was 40% off an annual plan.
Surveys or downloads required
If a "code" requires filling in a survey, installing software or handing over personal details, it is a scam or a data-harvesting operation.
Third-party voucher sales
Vouchers sold by individuals may be fraudulently obtained, already used or fake, and there is no buyer protection when they fail.
How to verify an offer is official
- Check the source: was it posted by TryHackMe itself on X, Discord, its website or its newsletter?
- Check the link: official promotions point to tryhackme.com, not to a third-party site.
- Test it at checkout: a valid code changes the price. "Invalid code" means it is not real.
Security warning: some fake coupon sites try to phish TryHackMe credentials. Only ever enter your TryHackMe password on tryhackme.com, and check the address bar before you do.
If TryHackMe Pricing Does Not Fit: Alternatives
TryHackMe Premium costs about $17-18 a month, or $126-134 a year billed annually, depending on your region. If that does not fit your budget, there are good options at every price point, including free.
HackerDNA: hands-on labs in the browser
HackerDNA is built around practical labs that run entirely in your browser, with no VPN and no VM to set up. What you get:
- Hands-on labs covering web hacking, network pentesting, privilege escalation and more
- A free tier with no credit card, including a free Daily Hack puzzle every day
- An AI coach that helps when you are stuck, on both the Free and Pro plans
- Pro at $16.99/month, or $10.19/month billed yearly, with no coupon needed
Free resources worth exploring
- PortSwigger Web Security Academy Excellent web security training from the makers of Burp Suite. Completely free.
- picoCTF A free CTF platform from Carnegie Mellon University, great for beginners who learn through challenges.
- OverTheWire Wargames Free command-line challenges that teach Linux fundamentals and security concepts.
- TryHackMe free tier Plenty of TryHackMe rooms are free. Limited, but a solid way to start.
Still deciding between platforms? Our TryHackMe vs Hack The Box comparison breaks down the strengths, weaknesses and prices of both.
Price vs Value: Is TryHackMe Worth It?
Before chasing discounts, check that the plan itself fits the way you will use it.
Annual vs monthly: the math
- Premium monthly: about $17-18/month, or roughly $204-217 over a year
- Premium annual: $126-134/year, roughly $10.50-11.20/month (38% saving)
- Premium annual + student: about $100-107/year, roughly $8.40-8.95/month (about 50% less than monthly)
- MAX annual: $216-228/year, roughly $18-19/month; a higher tier with advanced paths, cloud labs and full room access (the student discount does not apply)
If you would stay subscribed for more than about seven and a half months, annual billing wins even with no coupon at all.
Planning to take a TryHackMe certification? The subscriber discount can be worth more than any coupon: MAX gives 40% off one certification, which is about $140 off the $349 PT1 or SAL1 exam. Our TryHackMe certifications guide covers the exams and prices.
When TryHackMe makes sense
- You are a beginner and want a structured path
- You like guided rooms that mix reading and practice
- You will study every week for several months
When alternatives might be better
- You already have IT experience and find guided learning slow (consider Hack The Box)
- You are focused on web security (PortSwigger's academy is free)
- You would rather spend your time hands-on than reading (consider HackerDNA)
- Your budget is zero for now (start with the free resources above)
FAQ
Is there a working TryHackMe promo code right now?
No. As of September 30, 2026, TryHackMe has no active sale and no public promo code. Codes like BLACKFRIDAY40 only worked during their campaign. The student discount and annual billing are the only standing ways to pay less.
Does TryHackMe have a student discount?
Yes. Eligible university and higher education students get an extra 20% off the annual Premium plan, on top of the annual billing discount. You verify through "Check eligibility" on TryHackMe's students page (Student Beans); a .edu email is not required.
Does the student discount work on monthly plans?
No. It applies to the annual Premium plan only. Monthly billing is not eligible.
Can TryHackMe discounts be combined?
Only partly. The student discount stacks with the annual billing discount, but you cannot add a promo code or voucher on top of the student discount. If you qualify for more than one offer, choose the single one that saves you the most.
Can I still buy a TryHackMe voucher?
No. TryHackMe no longer sells vouchers. If you already have one, it still works within its validity period: redeem it from the "Redeem Voucher" section of your profile before you subscribe. Vouchers occasionally appear as festive giveaways. Avoid buying resold vouchers.
How much was the TryHackMe Black Friday discount?
In 2025 it was 40% off annual subscriptions with the code BLACKFRIDAY40, until November 28, 2025. Earlier years ranged from 20% to roughly 35% off annual plans. There is no guarantee the 2026 sale will match.
Is using a third-party coupon code safe?
Generally no. Most "TryHackMe coupon codes" on aggregator sites are expired or invented, and some sites are built to harvest data or phish credentials. Only trust codes announced by TryHackMe itself.
What is the cheapest way to get TryHackMe Premium?
For students: annual Premium with the student discount, about $100-107 a year. For everyone else: annual Premium during a Black Friday sale (about $76 if the 2025 discount repeats). Otherwise, the standard annual plan at $126-134 is still 38% cheaper than paying monthly.
Last verified: September 2026
Summary: Your TryHackMe Discount Options
- Promo codes: none active right now; the next realistic one is Black Friday
- Student discount: an extra 20% off annual Premium, verified through Student Beans
- Annual billing: 38% cheaper than monthly, no code needed
- Vouchers: no longer sold; redeem an existing one before subscribing
- Avoid: coupon aggregator sites, "lifetime" offers and resold vouchers
Next step: if TryHackMe fits your goals, apply the student discount or go annual; do not wait months for a code that may never come. If the price still does not work, practice on HackerDNA's browser-based labs or follow the web attacks course. Start with HackerDNA's free tier: no credit card required.
