Couponing 101 - All About Ibotta

Ibotta is my favorite app for saving money and I would say, probably the best app out there for cash back rebates.  I mean, c'mon.  What other app gives you money back for shopping?  AND gives you bonuses just for redeeming multiple offers?  Since May of 2013, I have received over $540 back from Ibotta.

So, what is Ibotta?

Ibotta is an app that you download to your phone that gives you CASH back for items (It's cash, not coupons), so you can use it regardless of any coupons.

I LOVE IBOTTA!  Oh. My. Goodness.  It has quickly become my favorite was to shop and save money.  Within the first month I got over $60 cash back from them.  I didn't even spend that much money on items.  I got a lot of free stuff after getting the cash back.  They paid me to take stuff home!  How awesome is that?

Is Ibotta Really Free?

Yes, yes, yes!  Completely free.  You just download the app to your phone, link it to your Facebook and Twitter (Optional but you'll need to to complete some of the offers) and give them your email address that is linked to your Paypal account (this is just so they can send you money!).  You can also choose Gift Cards as a payment method.  The minimum payout is $20.00.

Where can you use Ibotta and how does it work?
Ibotta is adding new stores all the time!

Currently you can redeem offers in these Categories:

Inside each category, you will find a list of participating stores.  Choose which store you would like to shop at and see the offers available.  Some will be general offers that can be redeemed at any store and are listed under every store.  Then there will be "Exclusive" offers under some stores that can only be redeemed at that store.

Click "Unlock" on the item you want to redeem.

It will either Unlock right away

Or have you complete a task, like Watch a video or read a recipe, maybe even leave feedback.

Now, go buy your items!  Most of Ibotta's offers are items that you buy and use anyway and now you have a way to get money back on the things you normally buy!  Remember, Ibotta can be used regardless of any other offers, specials, sales or coupons used.  This is a great way to end up with free items and even overages.

Once you purchase the item, you click "Redeem" in the app and scan your receipt, then the barcode on the item purchased (It will walk you through this process).

After the receipt is submitted, it takes up to 48 hours to process (Mine have processed within minutes at times!).  Once it is processed, you earn the money that was on the offer!  Once you have $20 you can have them send it to your Paypal account or choose a Gift Card.  It's that easy! 

Ibotta also has fun Teamwork Bonuses that give you extra money back when you redeem certain amounts of rebates, etc.  Check it out every month and see how much extra you can make!

How do you get Ibotta?

Go here to sign up and download the app!

Ibotta works at most retailers, just check the list and make sure the store you want to shop is there before making purchases!