Why Are Some Guides Locked?
Guides marked with a crown are members-only: you can read the opening, then a panel offers membership. VIP opens all of them, including the real prices and verdicts.
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- Step 1: Already a member? Check you're signed in: the header shows your account, not Sign in.
- Step 2: On Free? Compare the plans on the Membership page and buy VIP. See How do I upgrade to VIP?.
Signed in on a paid plan and still locked? See I upgraded but guides are still locked.
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