The unlimited time granted to FFXIV trial accounts has a negative impact on the subscriber experience.

The free trial currently has an unlimited amount of time afforded to trial players with limitations. Some players exploit this timeframe and occupy server space while never intending to actually pay for service. This leaves the burden of their server time on the paying subscribers.

The free trial timeframe should be limited to 150 hours online. This affords a trial player 6.25 real world days to decide if the FFXIV service is something they find value participating in.

The limitation would have an impact upon the creation and upkeep of RMT accounts as well. Square Enix actively works to protect the subscribers from RMT transactions and spam, banning tens of thousands of accounts regularly.

Help us, the subscribers, protect and maintain the service we invest in. FFXIV is a wonderful experience and as a subscriber for over ten years of service I feel these measures would help maintain the integrity of the service we all love.