Coupon Acronyms
As you start to coupon, you will notice there are a lot of codes involved with coupons. This chart will help you learn the acronyms that are used in describing the types of coupons, coupon policies, and items that are eligible for use with that coupon.
This list is the most common you will find and what they mean. You may want to print this out and keep in your binder or folder for future reference.
Types of Coupons:
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B1G1, BOGO |
Buy One, Get One Free |
$/$$ |
Dollars off when you buy XX dollars |
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.50/1 |
Fifty cents off 1 item |
.50/3 |
Fifty cents off 3 items |
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Catalina |
Coupon dispensed at the register at the time of purchase |
IP |
Internet Printable |
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MFR or MQ |
Manufacturer or Manufacturer Coupon |
PG or P&G |
Proctor & Gamble Sunday Insert Coupon |
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RP |
RedPlum |
SS |
SmartSource |
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Peelie |
Coupon that you peel off of the package |
FAR |
Free after Rebate |
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MIR |
Mail-In Rebate |
Blinkie |
Coupon dispensed near the item |
Store Specific Coupons:
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FLIP |
Food Lion |
IVC |
Instant Value Coupon |
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+UP |
Rite Aid Up Rewards |
ECB |
CVS, ExtraCare Buck |
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RR |
Walgreens |
SCR |
Rite Aid |
Thank you so much for this! I was pretty much clueless! I’m going to print this so I will have it handy.