💡 What is the Outside Digital membership?
Outside Digital is our new, budget-friendly membership that gives you unlimited access to articles across Outside’s network of publications. It's perfect for readers who love our journalism and training tips but don’t need access to video content, courses, or mapping apps.
Think of it as a “read-only” version of Outside+, designed to keep you informed, inspired, and connected—at a lower price.
📦 What’s included in the Outside Digital membership?
The Outside Digital plan gives you access to a streamlined set of features focused on reading and training. With this plan, you’ll get:
✅ Unlimited article access across Outside's family of brands
✅ Join the conversation by commenting on articles
✅ Access to the Outside digital magazine archive
It’s a great fit for outdoor enthusiasts who primarily want to read, train, and stay connected to the community at a lower annual cost.
❌ What’s not included in the Outside Digital membership?
The following features are exclusive to Outside+, our premium membership plan:
🚫 Outside TV
🚫 Outside Learn
🚫 Unlimited access to mapping apps (Gaia GPS & Trailforks Pro)
🚫 Subscriber perks & discounts
🚫 Scout, Outside’s AI-powered gear advisor
If you're looking for full access to our video content, courses, navigation apps, and member perks, we recommend upgrading to Outside+.
💰 How much does Outside Digital cost?
Outside Digital is just $4.99/month, billed annually at $59.99/year. That’s less than the price of one energy bar a month—for unlimited outdoor reading.
🔁 Can I switch between memberships?
Yes, you can! If you'd like to upgrade from Outside Digital to Outside+, or downgrade from Outside+ to Outside Digital, our Customer Support team can help make the switch for you. Please see this article for information on how to change memberships.
💡 Note: Plan changes take effect at the end of your current billing cycle for downgrades. For upgrades, you can learn about your options here.
⏳ Is there a free trial for Outside Digital?
Yes! A free trial is available for new users who haven’t tried a subscription with us before.
👉 If you're brand new to Outside, you can start with a free trial of Outside Digital to explore articles, training tools, and trail content before committing.
⚠️ Already used a free trial of Outside+?
Unfortunately, you won’t be eligible for a second trial with Outside Digital.
🧭 How do I know which plan I’m on?
You can check your current subscription anytime by logging into your Account Page. You’ll also see a breakdown of which features are included in your plan and when your next billing date is.
🤔 I tried to watch a video, access Gaia GPS, or use Trailforks App and was told I need to upgrade—why?
If you're on the Outside Digital plan, some premium features are not included. These are:
📺 Outside TV (streaming films and shows)
🗺️ Gaia GPS full access (advanced navigation tools and offline maps)
🚵♂️ Trailforks Pro (advanced trail features like offline maps, heatmaps, and Garmin sync)
🎓 Outside Learn (video courses and expert instruction)
🎁 Subscriber Perks & Discounts
🤖 Scout AI gear advisor
👉 Want access to these features? Please reach out to our Customer Support team and we’ll help you upgrade to Outside+.
💳 How do I manage or cancel my Outside Digital subscription?
You can manage your subscription anytime by visiting your Account Page.
From there, you can:
✅ View your current plan and billing details
✅ See your next renewal date
✅ Update your payment method
✅ Cancel your subscription directly from your account—no need to contact support
If you’d like to downgrade from Outside+ to Outside Digital, that change can’t be done automatically yet. Please submit a support request here, and our Customer Support team will help you with the downgrade.
💡 Note: Any changes will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle.