Coupons FAQ

1. What is a coupon code?
2. How to use a coupon code?
3. What is the difference between a code and an offer?
4. What is an exclusive code?
5. What is an verified code?
6. How can I find a coupon code?
7. How do we source coupon codes?
8. How do we test our coupon codes?
9. What to do if my coupon code does not work?
10. How many coupon codes can I use at one time?
11. Does it cost me any money to use a coupon code?
12. Do I have to register to use a coupon code?
13. Can I use coupons from USA TODAY coupons in store?
14. How do USA TODAY coupons make money?
15. How do I submit a coupon code to the site?
16. Can I register my store on USA TODAY coupons?
17. How do I contact USA TODAY coupons?
18. How can I know to trust USA TODAY coupons?

1. What is a coupon code?

A coupon code is a single code that represents a discount. Although they can go by a range of names depending on the retailer and territory (discount code, promo code, voucher code etc.) they all work in the same way. Coupon codes are often made up of numbers and letters and can be used to secure savings when online shopping. The code will allow you to get money off site wide or on a specific product category, free shipping etc.

Each coupon code comes with a range of terms and conditions, like a minimum spend requirement or category restriction. If these are met it will entitle you to the retailer benefit. Make sure to read the small print when using any on-site offer to be sure you meet the minimum criteria.

2. How to use a coupon code?

Using a coupon code is simple. When you find an online store coupon, you can enter this at checkout in the online merchant store and receive additional savings on your purchase.

On USA TODAY you can redeem via these simple steps:

• Just click the green "get code" button and the code will open in a pop up window.
• Click the green clipboard and the code will copy to your clipboard and you'll be invited to visit the merchant site.
• Follow the link in the pop-up window to the merchant site and apply the code to your basket at checkout.
• Be sure to check the instructions on each store page on USA TODAY coupons for redeeming a coupon code. Each store handles its checkout process differently, but our team of experts have created a handy and helpful redemption guide for each store. Check for the “How do I use my Amazon coupon code?” or similar title on the store page on USA TODAY coupons.

That's it, you're done and you'll get the discount applied to your basket.

3. What is the difference between a code and an offer?

A code is a sequence of letters and numbers that are applied at checkout to your basket to secure additional savings. Unlike with a code an offer automatically connects you to the relevant discount without a need for a code.

For example, “Save25” code could allow you to secure 25% off if you apply it at checkout, whereas, a 20% site wide discount will connect you to the site with 20% off all products, no code needed. The offer is applied automatically in the background or takes you to the relevant sale happening on the brand's website.

4. What is an exclusive code?

An exclusive code is one that is only available at USA TODAY coupons. Our team will have sourced this just for USA TODAY coupons users by working directly with brands and their affiliate marketing teams.

5. What is an verified code?

A verified code is a code that was checked as working at the time of publication. We have an offers team who regularly hand test codes to make sure that they work for you and expire them if they don't. Check out for the “Verified” tag on offers to determine which ones have been manually tested for you.

6. How can I find a coupon code?

Finding a coupon code couldn't be easier. Just type the name of the brand into the search bar and head to their brand page - there you can find all the latest codes and even those that have now expired to make sure you use the right ones.

You can also head to our A-Z of brands page to search through our exhaustive list of stores across North America. In the unlikely event you can't find the particular brand you're interested in, be sure to send us a message and our helpful team will work hard to source coupons and list the brand.

7. How do we source coupon codes?

We work directly with hundreds of your favorite brands and their marketing teams. As a result of our partnership with USA TODAY coupons we can reach millions of American shoppers so they provide us with discounts, deals and offers to help you make the decision to buy from their brand.

As well as working directly with brands, we are partnered with over 100 different affiliate networks globally who aggregate coupon codes for thousands of retailers. Once we are accepted onto these programmes we surface the codes on USA TODAY coupons so that you can take advantage of these money saving offers and shop more shrewdly.

8. How do we test our coupon codes?

Our offers team hand test thousands of coupons, going through the end to end checkout process to make sure coupons are working so they work for you first time. Whilst doing this, they document their process for each brand and have created a helpful guide to help you on your purchase journey. You can find these step-by-step guides on each individual brand page below the listing of coupons.

We're not perfect though so if you have any issue with a coupon please email us directly via our contact form, found in the footer of each page.

9. What to do if my coupon code does not work?

First of all check that you have met the coupon terms and conditions. You can find these where applicable on each individual coupon. If no terms and conditions are present, it's likely the code is site-wide applicable and can be used across a range of products or services.

Often coupons are quite specific about the products they apply to and other criteria - like the minimum spend required. If the coupon is still not working for you then please contact us so that we can investigate. We like to keep up-to-date by listing only working coupons so your feedback is always more than welcome.

10. How many coupon codes can I use at one time?

Most coupons cannot be used in conjunction with another coupon - so usually it is just one. However, always check the terms and conditions to maximize your potential savings.

It's also worth trying multiple codes at the checkout should you find more than one. You never know, you might get double the savings!

11. Does it cost me any money to use a coupon code?

No, all coupons are free for the user to use. We don't collect any personal information, such as your name or email address, so there's no data collection either. Simply use our platform to make huge savings across thousands of stores.

We make our money through partnerships with brands directly, and not from our users. If you are curious to find out more about how we make money from coupon codes, visit our about us page where we are transparent about our partnerships with brands.

12. Do I have to register to use a coupon code?

No, we do not ask you for any registration or user data. Our mission is to provide free-to-use money saving coupons, just as if you simply cut out a coupon from the USA TODAY newspaper.

13. Can I use coupons from USA TODAY coupons in store?

Our offering is primarily for online purchases only, however, some brands will provide us with a printable PDF or QR code that can also be taken into store to redeem and save on your purchase. Always check the terms of use and read any detailed instructions about redeeming your coupon.

14. How do USA TODAY coupons make money?

When you use a coupon we may earn a small commission. We don't earn a commission on every coupon - we list some just to give you the best chance to save money. If we do earn a commission we share that and use it to support journalism at USA TODAY and enable us to keep creating helpful commerce content.

You can read more about our transparent partnerships with brands and affiliate networks on our about us page.

15. How do I submit a coupon code to the site?

Please visit the Submit a Coupon section in the footer of the page and follow the instructions. You don't need to be the store owner either, so if you have a working code that we don't yet have listed then please do share it with us to help other USA TODAY coupons users get the same savings.

16. Can I register my store on USA TODAY coupons?

Yes you can. Contact us using our contact form and one of our Account Managers will be in touch with you. Due to a large number of submissions we cannot guarantee listing but if your store meets our criteria, and you offer helpful money saving coupons to consumers, this will increase your chances.

17. How do I contact USA TODAY coupons?

Please visit the Contact Us Page in the footer and we'll come back to you as soon as possible. Due to a high demand of enquiries we may take up to 48 hours to send a response.

18. How can I know to trust USA TODAY coupons?

At USA TODAY Coupons, we are dedicated to sourcing the best coupons in the market. We understand people visit us looking for ways to save money across a variety of different purchases, from new electronics to homeware. We are trusted by our advertising retail partners to present their brand and offers to consumers, and consumers trust us to make every effort to have the most recent and accurate offers, and this is something we continuously strive to deliver.