Get In on These Amazing Deals and Freebies
Best Sites for Printable Coupons, Special Deals, and Free Stuff
Sep 23, 2009
Everyone loves freebies. But how does one go about finding free stuff on the web, and what are the best websites for no-cost deals? While some sites are scams and force the consumer to make subscription purchases of magazines and web-based services (thus incurring tons of spam email), others link to special offers that are completely complementary with no strings attached.
Why Do Companies Offer Zero-Cost Specials?
Corporations want to market their products and services. Offering no-cost deals such as product samples and printable coupons is an easy, cost-effective way to expose shoppers to the product or service and to build a base of loyal customers who keep on buying.
From a psychological perspective, customers who have experienced a product or service for free before buying are far more likely to become long-term, loyal customers (particularly if they see added value).
Thunderfap
Thunderfap bills itself as “The Freebie Archive Page,” specializing in zero-cost samples in a number of categories. Choose from no-cost tools, books, CDs, DVDs, household goods, food samples, clothing samples, rebates, and freebies for kids – great for growing families on a shoestring budget. Also choose from websites and services including mobile phone downloads, graphics, and software. Most offers link to company websites, albeit some require a small purchase to get the zero-cost product or service.
Freecycle
The “green” option, this site is a grassroots, nonprofit initiative for pairing used items with people looking for zero-cost goods. Thus, fewer consumer products end up in the landfill. To use the site, enter the location, then click Go to display the local group. The website is great for items such as garden rakes, clock radios, and tools; but for more complex machinery and electronics, keep in mind all transactions are at one’s own risk. But hey, it didn’t cost a dime anyway.
FreeMania
For some great deals, discounts, and freebies, this website offers a variety of no-cost options. Choose from a number of categories including samples, services, printable coupons, and even some handy money-saving tips. Services include dating, financial help, and classes. Some links direct the user to a short survey to receive the zero-cost item, while others require registration on the corporate website. Still other offers require the person to simply walk into the retail establishment to receive the offer.
Totally Free Stuff!!
This useful website is the author’s best choice for no-cost product samples, sweepstakes, contests, promotions, special deals, printable coupons, and offers not found anywhere else. Enjoy a wide range of zero-cost stuff including jewelry, restaurants, DVDs, food, entertainment, and pet products. Especially fun is the birthday category where users can get zero-cost meals at various nationwide restaurant chains. Follow the site on Twitter and sign up for RSS feeds for new deal alerts.
Whoever said there’s no such thing as a free lunch? Using these handy websites, everyone can enjoy a no-cost treat whether in the form of food samples, printable coupons, recipes, cookbooks, health foods, recycled products, or restaurant specials. So have fun with these offerings while saving tons of money at the same time.
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