22 tips to save money when shopping online

With the cost-of-living crisis soaring, Brits are being offered helpful advice on how to grab a bargain when shopping online.

The cash-savers at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have provided 22 valuable ways to cut the costs of an online shop to help people worry less about their spending.

Some of these savvy tips include looking out for first order discount codes, using a rewards card, or even enrolling onto a subscribe and save scheme.

John Stirzaker from NetVoucherCodes.co.uk said: “Many shoppers are hesitant to proceed to the checkout, as they have the burdening thoughts of paying for bills and other household expenses.

“To ease people’s concerns when browsing online, we have provided some helpful tips and tricks to cut the costs of an online shop and make the most of any offers available.

“It’s always best to double check whether a website takes a blue light card or if they accept a valid voucher code, all of which can knock off an extra £15 off your total spend.”

Here are 22 genius tips from NetVoucherCodes.co.uk to save money online:

Use a loyalty card

Regular shoppers can benefit from a loyalty scheme to collect rewards. It’s free to sign up to the scheme, retailers will offer free gifts or bonus points which converts into money for future shops.

Double up on discount codes

If you have a few codes at the ready, don’t be afraid to stack them up. Some retailers allow multiple offers at once, so it’s always best to give it a go.

Set a monthly online allowance

If you’re a shopper who instantly wants to buy an item, think before splashing out. Setting a monthly budget can be wise to help unnecessary shopping, but it also makes spending less of a worry.

Make a creative shopping list

It’s sensible to sit back and think how you can make it more fun and flexible to shop online on a budget. Make a list of needs and wants before splashing the cash. Perhaps even get colourful and label “wants” in pink and “needs” in green.

Leave the items in the basket

A nifty trick which many are unaware of. Once you’ve created an account and fill up the basket, leave it with the items in and then you will receive emails reminding you to click checkout. These emails may include discount codes to convince you to spend.

Second hand isn’t second best

Using re-sale clothing apps can help you create a whole new wardrobe at half the price. A designer top worth over £80 could be listed for £8.50.

NHS and Blue Light discount

It’s common for brands to partner up with a special discount scheme for NHS and blue light workers. Have a look at brands websites as well as the blue light card app to see if it’s included and get saving an extra 10% off.

Open online chat

A simple tool to try and save extra pennies, send a message on the online chat system and ask them about available discounts. To further save, get on the phone to the customer service team to try and charm them to throw in a special offer - works great for new customers.

Refer a friend

Sending a referral link to a friend can give you a bonus offer and helps to get some extra cash in the pocket. An offer may get you to refer a friend and then both of you receive £15 towards your next shop. Check a websites discount scheme to ensure these deals are available.

Explore expert voucher code offers

Official promo codes are easily accessible for shoppers who do their research, have a look at sites which offer live promo codes to get some fantastic deals.

Purchase next-day delivery for a year

Paying for a years’ worth of delivery can save hundreds if you’re a frequent shopper. Some even feature the special touch of next-day delivery, so you won’t be waiting around all week for your order to arrive.

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