BeFrugal: How to Earn Cash Back and Find Coupons at Thousands of Stores

A free cash back and coupon site that pays you back on eligible online purchases and lets you cash out by PayPal, check, direct deposit, or gift card.

“Class, a website literally named BeFrugal? I did not have to work hard to sell this one to the faculty. Let us see if it lives up to its name.”

What is BeFrugal?

BeFrugal is a free cash back website. When you click through BeFrugal to an online store and make an eligible purchase, the store pays BeFrugal a commission, and BeFrugal passes cash back along to you. Rates vary by store and change often.

It is more than a cash back portal, though. BeFrugal also lists coupon codes, printable and grocery coupons, restaurant deals, and weekly sales. It has a browser extension for Chrome and apps for phones, so you can check for cash back without remembering to visit the site first.

Why I assign it to my students

Every frugal student needs at least one good cash back site in their backpack. BeFrugal earns a spot for its flexible payout choices.

• It is free. No membership fees.
• Lots of stores. Big-name retailers, travel sites, and specialty shops.
• Several ways to get paid. PayPal, mailed check, direct deposit to a bank, or an e-gift card.
• Coupons in the same place. You can look for a promo code and cash back in one stop.

How to use BeFrugal cash back, step by step

1. Sign up for free. Make an account at BeFrugal.com with your email and a strong password.
2. Search for the store. Before you buy online, look up the store on BeFrugal and note the cash back rate and any coupon codes.
3. Click through to the store. Use BeFrugal’s link so your purchase can be tracked. Then shop and check out as usual.
4. Add the extension if you like. The BeFrugal Chrome extension can show cash back and coupons when you visit a store’s website.
5. Wait for your cash back to confirm. It takes time for the store to report the sale, so be patient.
6. Cash out. Choose PayPal, check, direct deposit, or an e-gift card. Some methods have minimum balances, so check the site for current payout rules.

Is BeFrugal good for seniors and fixed incomes?

Yes, especially for anyone who likes choices in how money arrives. If you prefer a paper check in the mail or a deposit straight to your bank account, BeFrugal offers both, not just digital options. That makes it friendly for people who do not use PayPal.

The habit is simple: before an online order, look up the store on BeFrugal. If you have a helper at home, ask them to install the extension on your computer so you get a reminder at the right store. Then try it on one small order first, just to see how it works.

Things to watch for

• Cash back is not instant. It takes time to confirm before you can cash out.
• Some payout methods require a minimum balance. Check before you count on it.
• Using another coupon site or extension at the same time may stop your purchase from tracking.
• Returns usually cancel the cash back on that item.
• Browser extensions need permission to read the pages you visit. Review the privacy settings before installing.
• Any sign-up bonus has its own rules. Read them on the site rather than assuming.

Professor Ima B. Cheap

Cash back rates, payout rules, and site features change often. Cheap101 is not affiliated with BeFrugal. Always check the current terms and the store’s policies before you buy. More handouts: Cheap101 Class Handouts · Coupons and deals guide