How to get started with SimplyCodes

Shopping online should always save you money. With SimplyCodes, you can find verified promo codes at over 400,000 stores and earn rewards on every purchase. So how can you start saving ASAP? This one-stop SimplyCodes tutorial will show you how to make the most of SimplyCodes' tools to maximize your savings on every online purchase.

What is SimplyCodes?

SimplyCodes saves you more money by combining verified promo codes with rewards, earning $1 back every time you save at over 400,000 online stores. SimplyCodes provides savings as a browser extension, mobile app, and a website, giving you access to savings however you prefer to shop.

Unlike other shopping tools, SimplyCodes puts your privacy first. Our browser extension only activates on supported shopping sites, never tracks your browsing history, and never sells your personal information. You can even use SimplyCodes without creating an account — finding promo codes shouldn't mean compromising your privacy.

Every code you see has passed through both our community testing network and SimplyCodes AI verification system — and thanks to real-time feedback from fellow shoppers, our accuracy keeps improving, so you spend less time trying expired codes and more time saving money.

SimplyCodes is designed to work seamlessly with your natural shopping habits, and this SimplyCodes guide will show you exactly how to maximize your savings on every purchase.

Getting started is quick and easy

Ready to start saving? Here's how to begin in four simple steps:

Step 1: Install the browser extension by choosing your preferred browser: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge. Once installed, SimplyCodes works automatically while you shop, showing you available codes at checkout.

Step 2: Get the mobile app by downloading from the App Store or Google Play Store to find savings on the go.

Step 3: Create an account. While you can use SimplyCodes without an account, members earn SimplyCodes rewards on every purchase and get personalized deals on their phone.

Step 4: Find your first savings by visiting your favorite online store and watch SimplyCodes automatically find available promo codes. Or open the mobile app and search any store to see current deals.

That's it! You're ready to start saving at over 400,000 stores. But keep reading to learn how to use these tools to always get the best promo codes, and tips that will help you save even more money on every purchase.

Meet your new savings tools

Each SimplyCodes platform supports you every way you shop. Here's how to use them together and separately.

Browser extension: Your shopping sidekick

The SimplyCodes browser extension empowers you with the most seamless and convenient way to coupon and earn rewards everywhere you shop, automatically popping up with verified promo codes at checkout, and offering $1 back on every purchase when you’re logged in. Here’s how the extension empowers you to save more:

• Automatically shows you verified codes and deal details when you shop on sites that have promo codes

• Offers community-sourced savings tips, single-use codes, and alternative deals

• You earn $1 in tokens on every purchase when logged in

• Works in the background while you shop normally

Logged-in users can earn cash rewards and track coupon history. Logged-out? The extension still finds promo codes seamlessly, no account needed.

Mobile app: Take your savings anywhere

The SimplyCodes mobile app is the best way to save on the go, whether you’re looking to discover fresh new deals, or make a quick purchase on your phone with activated universal rewards. Here’s how the mobile app stands out and helps you save:

• Shop with verified codes on your phone

• See when your favorite stores add new codes

• Add and test codes to earn token rewards

• Add and find savings tips on your favorite stores shared by the community

SimplyCodes.com: Your search hub

The SimplyCodes website is your ultimate deal database for deep discount research. With a simple and straightforward search function, find promo codes and savings tips for any online store. Here’s how the SimplyCodes website serves you complete deal knowledge:

• Search any store's available promo codes

• Read community savings tips

• Find alternative stores with better deals

• Check historical trends for best times to buy

• See code success, restrictions, and more

How to use SimplyCodes to find promo codes

Let's turn those occasional savings into consistent deals with these proven shopping strategies that make the most of SimplyCodes' features.

Shop direct to save more

The biggest secret to finding promo codes? Shop directly from brand websites instead of marketplaces. For example:

• Shop Adidas.com instead of Nordstrom

• Buy from Otterbox.com instead of Amazon

• Purchase from Nike.com instead of Dick's Sporting Goods

Unless a marketplace or department store has its own sale that applies to your item, it’s always a good idea to check out the promo codes the brand website offers. Once installed, the SimplyCodes browser extension will pop in with the available codes for whichever site you’re on, allowing you to easily compare savings.

Keep the browser extension active

Start by pinning SimplyCodes to your browser toolbar where you can easily spot it. Look for the green tag that appears on supported shopping sites — this means savings are available.

Remember to activate the extension before checking out to earn 100 tokens on your purchase. These tokens are our cash rewards system, with every 100 tokens worth $1 that you can redeem anytime. Learn more about token rewards here.

Stay in the know with mobile alerts

Keep savings opportunities at your fingertips by enabling notifications in the SimplyCodes mobile app. Follow your favorite stores to stay updated on new deals, and check the Shop tab regularly to catch price drops. We'll also send the latest savings news straight to your email, ensuring you never miss out on a great deal.

Find the right type of promo code for every purchase

SimplyCodes offers unique coupon code types you won't find elsewhere in order to help you find the best savings for your unique needs. Learn more about these types of codes and how to use each, all found on the SimplyCodes app, browser extension, and website:

Site-wide codes

A site-wide code is a promo code that works across an entire store's website, offering a discount on almost everything they sell, which makes them the most valuable type of savings you can find. With site-wide codes, you can:

• Get the best overall savings on your purchase

• Find them first in the SimplyCodes extension and app

• Trust they're verified by multiple community members

Single-use codes

A single-use code is a unique promo code that works one time only, often sent through email or mail, and can provide some of the deepest discounts available. When using single-use codes:

• Try several codes since each only works once

• Use them quickly before they're claimed

• Look for bigger discounts than standard promos

Reseller codes

A reseller code comes from authorized retailers who sell brand products through their own stores, like finding an Apple discount at an office supply store or a Nike deal at a sporting goods shop. Reseller codes help you:

• Save when the brand's website has no deals

• Find alternative stores automatically

• Discover unexpected discounts

Similar brands’ codes

Similar brands’ code comes from similar stores selling the same types of products, giving you another way to save when your preferred store isn't offering any discounts. With these codes you can:

• See deals from stores in the same category

• Compare prices across similar retailers

• Get redirected straight to better savings

Turn your shopping into rewards

SimplyCodes makes saving even better by rewarding you for every purchase. Here's how the rewards program works:

Earn tokens automatically

Every purchase through SimplyCodes earns you 100 tokens, worth $1, when you copy a code or activate rewards before checkout. You can earn through both the browser extension and mobile app at over 400,000 stores. Plus, help the community by adding codes or verifying existing ones to earn additional tokens through helpfulness grants worth up to $20 daily.

Redeem for real cash

Once you've collected 1,000 tokens, withdraw them directly to PayPal or Bitcoin, or try your luck with prize bags. Starting at just 50 tokens per play, prize bags offer chances to win anywhere from $0.10 to $1,000 in cash prizes.

Track your rewards

Check your token balance anytime in the top right corner of the website, by clicking your profile picture in the browser extension, or in the "Tokens" tab of the mobile app. Every purchase and reward is automatically tracked in your account history.

Advanced promo code strategies for bigger savings

Smart shoppers know that finding the best deals is both an art and a science. Once you've mastered the basics of SimplyCodes, these strategies will help you transform it into a powerful tool for maximum savings.

Stack your savings like a pro

The secret to bigger savings isn't just finding a code — it's combining multiple discounts. Start with site-wide codes for the broadest savings, then look for ways to stack additional discounts. Free shipping codes often work alongside other promotions, and don't forget to combine these with your SimplyCodes token earnings and store reward programs.

Key combinations to try:

• Site-wide codes + free shipping

• Store rewards + SimplyCodes tokens

• Seasonal sales + promo codes

• Email signup discounts + current promotions

Time your purchases right

Being strategic about when you shop can dramatically increase your savings. Check the SimplyCodes website for historical price data to spot patterns in when your favorite stores offer their best deals. Major shopping events like Black Friday typically bring the deepest discounts, but many stores also run significant sales during seasonal changes and holidays.

Compare all your options

Before finalizing any purchase, take a quick look at your alternatives. Sometimes reseller sites offer better deals than brand websites, and competitor stores might have similar products at better prices. SimplyCodes makes this easy by automatically showing you alternative stores and reseller options when available. This extra minute of research can often lead to surprising savings.

Make SimplyCodes your shopping partner

The key to maximum savings is making SimplyCodes part of your regular shopping routine. Use all three platforms together, focus on direct brand shopping, and always ensure your extension is active for token earnings. Be sure to utilize more SimplyCodes help guides like this one, found on our help center, for tips, tricks, and saving guides.

While SimplyCodes is designed to be intuitive, we're here to help whenever you need additional support, have questions about maximizing your savings, or want to learn more about how SimplyCodes works.

• Consult the SimplyCodes help center agent

• Submit feedback and contact our team here

• Report missing tokens

• Fill out support form for account issues

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