Shopping on your phone should save you money, not frustrate you with expired codes. The SimplyCodes mobile app puts verified promo codes and rewards right in your pocket. This quick start guide will get you saving money on mobile purchases in under 5 minutes.

Download the SimplyCodes app

The SimplyCodes mobile app is available for both iOS and Android devices:

The app is completely free to download and use. No subscription fees, no hidden costs—just verified codes and rewards.

Set up your account

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While you can browse codes without an account, creating one unlocks the app's most powerful features:

Account creation steps

  1. Open the SimplyCodes app after installation

  2. Choose your sign-up method:

    • Google account: Quick one-tap sign-up

    • Apple ID: Secure sign-in for iOS users

    • Email address: Traditional email and password setup

  3. Complete your profile with a username and display name

  4. Enable notifications to get alerts about new codes for your favorite stores

Why create an account?

  • Rewards: Earn $1 in tokens for saving at more than 400,000 stores

  • Personalized alerts: Get notified when your favorite stores add new codes

  • Contribution rewards: Earn tokens by sharing codes you find and shopping

  • Price drop tracking: Monitor products and get alerts when prices fall

Find your first promo code

The mobile app makes discovering working codes simple and intuitive:

Using the "For You" tab

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The 'For You" tab is a great way to find hot deals customized to your shopping preferences. Scroll to find the best new deals from top stores. Follow stores and shop your favorite stores to personalize this experience even more.

Using the shop and search tab

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  • Tap the "Shop" tab at the bottom right of the app home screen

  • Here you will find the stores you follow, your recent store searches, and a search bar at the top

  • In the search bar, you can type the name of any store

  • Browse the store's dedicated page with:

    • Verified codes: Community-verified, most-likely to work promo codes

    • Unverified codes: Added codes that have not been tested yet

    • Savings tips: Community advice for maximizing discounts

    • Code comments: A great way to see if the code is working or not from the community

    • Follow: Click "Follow" to never miss a deal with that store

    • And more!

Shopping with the in-app browser

For the best mobile shopping experience with automatic rewards:

  1. Find your store either scrolling the "For You" tab or in the "Shop" tab using search

  2. Shop normally—our system automatically detects when you're at checkout

  3. Apply the recommended code

  4. Complete your purchase to earn 100 tokens (worth $1)

  5. Verify the code yourself by clicking thumbs up or down depending on if it worked

  6. Comment as well to help the next shopper

  7. Follow the store to never miss a deal

Code types you'll find

  • Site-wide codes: Work on most items, highest success rate

An example of site-wide codes for Foot Locker on SimplyCodes

  • Single-use codes: Unique codes from email promotions, try several if needed

An example of a single-use code for Chewy on SimplyCodes

  • Reseller codes: Alternative stores selling the same brands

An example of reseller codes for Nike on SimplyCodes

  • Competitor codes: Similar stores with active promotions

Other option codes for Alo Yoga for SimplyCodes

Key differences from the browser extension

The mobile app and browser extension work together but serve different purposes:

Mobile app advantages

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  • On-the-go discovery: Find deals while shopping in physical stores

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

  • Price drop alerts: Get notifications when tracked products go on sale

  • Community contribution: Easily add codes you find via camera or screenshot

  • Universal mobile browser: Shop with rewards on any mobile site

  • Gamification: Track your savings impact and earn achievement badges

Browser extension advantages

  • Automatic popup: Codes appear automatically at desktop checkout

  • Seamless desktop shopping: Integrated into your normal browsing flow

Pro tips for mobile success

  1. Check the brand website first: Direct brand sites often have better codes than marketplaces

  2. Enable notifications: Get alerts when your favorite stores add new codes

  3. Use the universal browser: Always shop through the app's browser to earn tokens

  4. Try multiple codes: Single-use codes work once, so try several for the best discount

Maximizing rewards

  • Share codes you find: Earn tokens by adding working codes via the Contribute tab

  • Track your impact: Monitor your Savings Impact Score to see how much you've helped others save

Getting help

Start saving today

The SimplyCodes mobile app transforms your phone into a powerful savings tool. Whether you're shopping for groceries, clothes, or tech gadgets, our community-verified codes and universal rewards ensure you never overpay again.

Download the app, create your account, and start earning rewards on your very next mobile purchase. Welcome to smarter shopping with SimplyCodes.

Ready to maximize your savings? Download the SimplyCodes mobile app and start earning rewards today.

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by Sean Fisher

Sean Fisher is an Editor at SimplyCodes, where he creates engaging, informative content for the SimplyCodes blog. With expertise in online shopping trends and consumer finance, Sean delivers valuable insights on saving money and finding the best deals. Sean's goal is to empower readers with the knowledge to make smarter shopping decisions and stretch their dollars further. Previously he worked at GOBankingRates and WebMD. He has a bachelor's degree from University of California, Santa Barbara.