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6 Apps and Websites That Pay You for Shopping

Sabah Karimi

You scour the web for the latest deals and do your part to clip coupons and keep track of upcoming sales. Those bargain-hunting efforts will pay off but don't overlook the opportunities to get cash back or rewards from apps and websites that will pay you for your purchases. These sites earn a commission on sales made through their portal. All you need to do? Set up an account. Want to save even more? Use a cash back rewards credit card as your primary method of payment.

[See: Best Cash Back Credit Cards.]

Here are six apps and websites that pay you for shopping:

1. BeFrugal

You can earn up to 30 percent cash back from all purchases made through this site. Shop more than 4,000 stores and start collecting earnings on every purchase. Payouts are made every month through PayPal but you can also request a gift card or check. One of the unique features of this site is that the company is so certain it's offering the highest cash back available that it will match cash back rates of any other site plus add an extra 25 percent to your account if you find a better deal elsewhere. If you enjoy shopping and comparing offers, this may be the best site for you.

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2. Ebates

You can earn up to 25 percent cash back at more than 1,200 online retailers and stores, including Macy's, eBags, Kohl's, Wal-Mart and even Groupon. You can also get cash back on some eBay purchases so you'll need to check the site regularly to see if there are any special offers for things you are in the market for. New users get a welcome bonus and you can request a payout as soon as you earn $5. This site also features the latest coupons and promo codes so you can save even more on those purchases. The Ebates app comes in handy when you want to compare prices in a store. Just scan the barcode and the app will show you the best prices online.

[See: 10 Money-Saving Websites to Check Before Shopping.]

3. FatWallet

Venture over to the FatWallet Forum to e-socialize with fellow bargain hunters and stay updated about the latest flash sales, last-minute offers and the best cash back rewards opportunities. Shopping through this site allows you to earn up to 25 percent cash back and you can find the latest coupon codes for hundreds of stores.

4. TopCashback

Prefer to get rewarded for shopping in-store? There's an app for that. Use the TopCashback smartphone app to snap a picture of your receipt after an in-store shopping spree and upload it for payment. You can also check in with the app to see if there are any store offers available that day. Just show the offer on your phone at checkout for an instant discount. The website claims it's the most generous cash back site in the country and features thousands of retailers that provide exclusive offers for users.

5. Shopkick

If you prefer to shop at brick-and-mortar stores, chances are you spend some time browsing at least a few shops before making your final purchase. Use this app to earn rewards just for walking into a store and then again when you make a purchase. The app gives you extra rewards for scanning products along the way and you can keep up with the latest sales and deals at participating stores during your visit. Once you've earned your rewards for the day, review your account and redeem your rewards in the form of a gift card from Target, Starbucks, Best Buy and other popular retail outlets.

[See: 10 Oddly Practical Things You Can Rent.]

6. Receipt Hog

Another way to get rewarded through your receipts, this app lets you turn those everyday purchases into an opportunity to earn rewards. Unlike many online shopping portals, you're not limited to a certain number of stores or offers. Whether you just wrapped up your grocery haul or spent the day shopping for furniture, you can upload a picture of your receipt, take a paid survey or play a slot machine game for prizes and then trade coins earned from your shopping activities and games for cash or Amazon gift cards.

Sabah Karimi is a columnist for the blog Wise Bread, where you can find consumer tips like how to select the best balance transfer credit cards.



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