Coupons are great and such a wonderful way to help stretch your budget. The internet is full of printable coupons. This means that we have a convenient way to get coupons without buying newspapers or magazines.
Here are some Printable Coupon Basics.
Print Limits: Most coupons can be printed twice per computer. The coupon printing site installs software onto your computer. This software is essentially a way to track the number of prints for the coupon as well as where the coupon originated. Be sure to press your back button to get the second print or scroll thrthigh the coupons again to finofnthe one that you want another copy of.
Photo Copying: Photo copying coupons is a HUGE no-no. Each coupon has a unique bar code or identifier on it. When you print two of the same coupons and compare them you will notice that each coupon has a unique number. The coupons below were printed from Coupons.com. Under the expiration date you will see numbers under the bar code. The numbers are different in the coupons, making each unique and specific to your computer. The teeny tiny print that makes the rectangle around the coupon also contain information that identifies your computer.
Photo copying is against the terms and conditions of coupons. Stores will not be reimbursed for the coupons if they are photocopied.
PDF Coupons: Every once in awhile a company will release a coupon in PDF format. These coupons are rare and should be researched before you print them. Head to the company’s website or Facebook page to do a little researc. In general, if a coupon appears to be too good to be true then it probably is. You can check with the Coupon Information Corporation if you are really skeptical of a coupon’s legitimacy.
Print Limit Reached: Printable coupons are finite. The manufacturer that issued the coupon only allows a certain amount of coupons to be printed. Once that print limit has been reached the coupon will no longer be available to print. What this means to you, PRINT QUICK! Once the word of a hot coupon spread the risk for the print limit being reached quickly is high. It’s first come, first served.
Expiration Dates: All coupons have expiration dates. It is important to take note of this date. Stores are not reimbursed coup expired coupons. However, if you have a coupon that is a day or two past the expiration date check with customer service to see if they will allow it. Every once in awhile they will say yes.
Printable Coupon Websites: There are many printable coupon websites that are very legitimate and will keep your hard earned money in your pocket. I suggest the following websites:
Coupons reset at the beginning of each month. So be sure to check your favorite coupon printing websites at the end of the month and the beginning of the next month for the best coupons!