Rossen Reports: Save money with these online shopping tools
We shop online for almost everything, but it can be a serious drain on our wallets. There's one thing you can do to save money every time you shop: browser extensions.
But some of you have reached out, saying you're a little weary of how they work and what they do. So let me run you through a quick guide.
What do extensions do? They're basically software that you can download that will run in the background when you search. Once you install it on your computer or whatever device you’re using, when you’re online shopping, the extensions will automatically search the web for coupon codes and price comparisons so that you get the best price. Some even give you cashback.
Are they safe? Yes, legitimate ones are. When you see one you like, make sure you check the reviews, look at when the extension was last updated, and look at the privacy policy to make sure you’re comfortable with it.
What are some of the best ones? Honey, Rakuten and Ibotta all scan for coupons as you shop, track prices so that you can find the best deal and give you cashback in the form of points to redeem on future purchases.
All you have to do is install these extensions in your browser and they will do the rest. You can find the downloadable links on their websites. And the best part? They're all free to download.