Ibotta - How it Works

Chances are good that you have already heard of Ibotta. It is becoming increasingly popular, and frequent updates and improvements are being made to keep it fantastic. This is one of the apps that can only be used on an Android or iOS device that has a camera.

How it works: After downloading from your phone's app store (available for iOS and Android) and setting up your account, you will see a list of participating stores. Clicking on a store will bring up a list of "rebates" available at that store. The amount of rebates varies.  In order to "earn" the rebates you must do the tasks that are associated with the specific product.  These usually include watching a video clip, answering a survey question, or allowing Ibotta to share the offer via your Facebook or Twitter. After you have completed the tasks, you can redeem the rebate by buying the product (pay attention to any specific count or variety that is listed) and uploading your receipt in the Ibotta app with your smartphone or iPod's camera.  Once you have redeemed a minimum of $20 you can "cash out" by sending your money to your Paypal or Venmo account (which you can then use to transfer to your bank account) or by applying it to a gift card (Redbox, Starbucks, iTunes, etc.). 
Currently, in our area, Walmart, Walgreens, and Albertsons participate in Ibotta.

Pros: There is a HUGE variety of rebates, from grocery to electronics, restaurants, movie 
theaters and everything in between. There are bonuses for redeeming certain products' rebates or a certain number of rebates a week, etc. It is NOT rare for there to be rebates and manufacturer coupons available at the same time, which makes for great savings. There is a referral bonus ($5.00!) for any friends that sign up using your unique link. This is mine. :) Plus, you get special bonus offer for opportunities to earn even more in your first couple of weeks using it.

Cons: You must have a smartphone or other compatible device to use the app. The list of participating stores is very long, but it doesn't include Broulim's.