So before we get into how to save money at Amazon.com, its important we introduce Amazon to those who have no idea what it is. Amazon.com is a multinational online marketplace headquartered in the U.S. It's actually the largest online marketplace in the entire world; they sell everything from books, DVDs, CDs, MP3, computer software, video games, electronics, apparel, furniture, food and toys.

An Amazon promo code is a discount code that allows web shoppers benefit from higher discounts on the items they buy from the already heavily discounted Amazon.com. These Amazon promo codes are generally made available to web shoppers via several merchant partners, as well as store loyalists.

Utilization of Amazon promo codes amounts to a good amount of discount for the shopper. For this reason, these coupon codes are most sought after by everyday people just looking at saving money. As far as the retailers are concerned, these coupons provide an incredible benefit because the effective distribution of it amounts to an incredible and significantly higher traffic volume to their store's bottom-line.

An Amazon promo code can be alpha-numeric or otherwise, they are typically entered during the check-out process. The various ways by which one can save cash through Amazon promo codes include percentage off deals, shipping discount offers, two for one specials etc. There are several types of deals offered by Amazon.com, the two that come to mind are:

The actual Amazon.com promotional codes, keyword here is 'codes'; these are actual codes that can be applied while placing an order at the time of check-out. As soon as the purchase is complete you will find that the store check-out cart automatically applied the discount associated with the promotional code to your overall purchase. These discount types are typically more generic and can be applied towards a number of items or maybe even site-wide, it's important not to mistake these for offers: explained below.

The other form of discount type provided by Amazon.com are simply known as 'offers. This discount type can be utilized or redeemed by clicking on the actual offer link.

There are several ways to find a genuine and working Amazon promo code. Amazon.com should be the 1st place to search when in need of Amazon discounts. Sometimes Amazon.com might have coupon codes listed in the various site departments; basically visit the department you want products from, to see if there are coupon codes offered for the good(s) you intend to buy. Typically, discount offers are offered throughout the year but particularly during the holidays or seasonal periods, so it would be beneficial to keep track of the site regularly but especially right before the holidays.

Apart from the merchant's own website, in this case Amazon.com, there are other websites that offer Amazon promo codes amongst other promo codes and offers: these are popularly known as coupons & deals websites. The other way to find these coupon codes online is by simply doing a basic search on the internet: a search that combines the name of the store you desire to purchase from, plus the keyword phrase 'promo codes', an example is 'Amazon promo codes'. A coupon code or offer usually specifies the terms of use associated with the coupon code. ClipperHappy.com is one of the very few reputable coupons & deals site on the internet that provides coupons and deals.

Use Amazon Coupon Codes:

Coupon codes are simple to redeem, just copy the code from the providing site and paste it in during check-out at Amazon.com. While at the check out stage, look for a text-box titled 'enter promo code' (it could very well be a different description, but it will suggest the same thing) and click apply to redeem the discount. The shopping cart automatically applies the savings or discount amount, leaving you with the discounted price.

Please be aware that you are permitted a single coupon redemption per check-out, in some cases you may be able to redeem multiple coupons: this is called coupon stacking. You will enjoy your savings as long as you apply the coupon correctly; the only reason a coupon may not validate is because it's invalid or expired.

Overall an Amazon promo code offers an excellent way to get great discounts on the goods you order from Amazon.