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TESCO shoppers are only just realising there's an easy way to bag freebies in store - and it takes just a few clicks on your phone.
The supermarket giant is known for its Clubcard scheme, which allows customers to earn points that can be turned into vouchers.
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You get one point for every £1 spent in-store and online and after scanning your app or card.
But some shoppers are only just discovering a little-known scheme called Clubcard Coupons, which could help them save even more cash.
Customers can receive these either through the Tesco Grocery and Clubcard app or in their regular Clubcard statements.
The app is free to download from the Apple app store or Google Play store.
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Posting in the Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK Facebook group, one shopper said: "I've just checked my [Clubcard] app and found a free fabric conditioner.
"I didn't realise put free things on, I hardly ever check the app."
The shopper shared a screenshot of a voucher for free Fairy Outdoorable conditioner, which usually costs £4.80.
Others rushed to the comments, with one shopper writing: "I literally have never had any coupons."
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Another added: "Omg just checked mine as well and have a free Febreze bathroom liquid diffuser on there - so thanks for posting."
While others said that they have never received vouchers, with one writing: "Shop there every week never had anything."
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A spokesperson for Tesco said: “Clubcard unlocks the best value from Tesco and our Clubcard Coupons are just one of the ways that we help our Clubcard holders save on their Tesco shop.”
How do Clubcard Coupons work?
The coupons are sent out to customers who have opted into Tesco marketing, according to the supermarket's website.
Any active coupons can be found under the coupons heading in the Clubcard section of the Tesco Grocery and Clubcard app.
They can be used both in-store and online. Shoppers just need to select "add to Clubcard" in the app.
What can I get with Tesco Clubcard?
TESCO'S Clubcard scheme allows shoppers to earn points as they shop.
These points can then be turned into vouchers for money off food at the supermarket, or discounts at other places like restaurants and days out.
Each time you spend £1 in-store and online, you get one point when you scan your Clubcard.
Drivers using the loyalty card get one point for every two litres spent on fuel.
One point equals 1p, so 150 points gets you a £1.50 money-off voucher, for example.
You can double their worth when you swap them for discounts with "reward partners".
For example, £12 worth of vouchers can be swapped for a £24 three-month subscription to Disney+.
Or you can swap 50p worth of points for £1 to spend at Hungry Horse pubs.
Where you can spend them changes regularly, and you can check on the Tesco website what's available now.
Tesco shoppers can also get Clubcard prices when they have the loyalty card.
The discounted items change regularly and without a Clubcard you'll pay a higher price.
These Clubcard prices are usually labelled on shelves, along with the non-member price.
But it's worth noting that just because it's discounted doesn't necessarily make it the cheapest around, and you should compare prices to find the best deal.
You can sign up to get a Tesco Clubcard in store or online via the Tesco website.
They are tailored based on taste and shopping habits, so will vary from shopper to shopper.
As well as offering freebies, the coupons can also offer bonus points and instant discounts.
For example, you could get 50 extra points when you spend £4 or more on no added sugar squash and high juice or 25 extra points with any Tesco kitchen towel.
Why have I never received Clubcard Coupons?
If you've never received coupons, or if you haven’t received them for a long time, Tesco recommends you check your marketing preferences.
You can do this by signing in to your Clubcard account online, or in the Tesco Grocery and Clubcard app.
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You'll need to make sure that you have opted in to receive Tesco marketing by email, post, digital advertising and text.
Meanwhile, Martin Lewis' MSE has issued an urgent warning to anyone with a Tesco Clubcard.
How to save money on your supermarket shop
THERE are plenty of ways to save on your grocery shop.
You can look out for yellow or red stickers on products, which show when they've been reduced.
If the food is fresh, you'll have to eat it quickly or freeze it for another time.
Making a list should also save you money, as you'll be less likely to make any rash purchases when you get to the supermarket.
Going own brand can be one easy way to save hundreds of pounds a year on your food bills too.
This means ditching "finest" or "luxury" products and instead going for "own" or value" type of lines.
Plenty of supermarkets run wonky veg and fruit schemes where you can get cheap prices if they're misshapen or imperfect.
For example, Lidl runs its Waste Not scheme, offering boxes of 5kg of fruit and vegetables for just £1.50.
If you're on a low income and a parent, you may be able to get up to £442 a year in Healthy Start vouchers to use at the supermarket too.
Plus, many councils offer supermarket vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund.
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