How to properly read a coupon

Their are various parts to coupon that you really need to understand. Their are too many coupon misusers that are ruining it for legit couponers. Saying your are new, is not an excuse. Reading and understanding the coupon, before it is used will prevent policies from getting stricter.

In the 'fine print' is the redemption address, exclusion's as well as a key word we need to clarify. The word purchase can easily be misunderstood for transaction. Cashiers will try and tell you, one coupon per transaction. Which is incorrect. Its actually one coupon per purchase, which means 1 coupon per item being purchased.

Purchase vs Transaction

*Purchase- To buy or to get something by paying for it.
*Transaction- something that is transacted, such as a business deal. An agreement between a buyer and a seller to exchange an asset for payment.

Amount off / Size / Product Description / Exclusions / Off of (1), (2), Single bar or 6pk

*This information is key in using the coupon! This information will let you know exactly what the coupon is good for.

-Ex: $1 off of (1) 6 pack bar soap
-Some see the (1) and use it on a single bar of soap, which is incorrect. Read the words that follow.

-Ex: $5 off 5 Clorox items
-Meaning you have to buy 5 items in order to use this coupon. Buying one 5 pack of Clorox wipes does not qualify as '5' items. It qualifies as '1' item.

Manufacturer Coupon
*Means the coupon can be used at any store that accepts manufacturer coupons.
-If it has a store name in that section; that means the coupon can only be used at the specified store on coupon.

Expiration Date
*The coupon has to be used by the date specified. Unless a store accepts expired coupons


Remember: just because a coupon scans / cashier and/or manager approves you to use the coupon, does not make it correct! Only use the coupon it is specified for!

Here is an example of coupon misuse