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Discussion Boards => Off-Topic => Topic started by: sherryinutah on October 05, 2019, 12:16:08 pm
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For those of you who have used Ebates in the past - That company changed to Rakuten. They still do the same thing; meaning that, you can receive "rebates" when you click through the website to shop online.
Now they're doing something more....
They've announced that you can received 5% cash back at thousands of restaurants. Just thought you'd like to know. I still have a lot to learn about this.
I think you do the "restaurant thing" via the Rakuten App. It's currently available for people who use iOS but will be coming soon to Android.
Do you use Rakuten?
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No, I don't use them and I'm not too sure what they are either. I don't do too much on line shopping and I don't go to restaurants very often.
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I have been using ebates for a few years now . they sent me an email telling me they were gonna change their name. the concept still works the same and I still get my rebates.
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I have used ebates in the past, but I'm not impressed. Several times I never "automatically" got my rebate and had to request it each time. And when I signed up for Verizon, I was supposed to get a rebate for the phone I purchased. Never got it, and ebates said it was Verizon who denied the rebate and gave no reason for it. Apparently I only qualify for small $1 or $2 rebates.
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I've seen commercials on it... my first thought was why would they change such an easy name like 'ebates' to one as complex as 'Rakuten' . Doesn't seem to make sense.
I signed up for ebates so my Aunt could get $25 for referrals... but I have never personally used it.
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I've heard of Ebates but I've never used them, nor did I know they were changing the name or concept. Sounds interesting, though. I may have to check it out.
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My daughter and I both use it as we used Ebates in the past. We use it a lot when shop online at Kohl's and other online stores. Not big bucks but have applied what we earned toward her student loans. Every penny helps.
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Not familiar with them...thanks for the information...
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I used Ebates probably once in my life. It was OK, but I do not think I will use their services again. I was not aware that they recently changed their name. Interesting...
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Well I think O need to look into this. I have never used e-bates but have friends who have had really good luck with it.
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Yes, I do! Every opportunity that I can! I've received over $1,000 back from them since I joined a few years ago.
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I have been using ebates for a few years now . they sent me an email telling me they were gonna change their name. the concept still works the same and I still get my rebates.
I too have eBates for several years. I have received cash back rewards many times. Every little bit helps.
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I've been a member for years but had forgotten about it. I used to spend a lot of money For Christmas. birthdays. and just for myself (housewares, clothing) when I was working I could kick myself for forgetting. They didn't have the reminder and never sent emails about the cash back reports every month back then. It figures because now I can't afford to spend like I did, so I don't make much but it's still better than nothing.
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Did use debates for Christmas presents. Hate those fricking commercials where someone says she made 2000.00 girl you'd have to spend 20000 or more.
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I didn’t know that about the restaurant part. I do use Rakuten - and I love it!
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I have been using it for years, I had no idea they had added restaurants. We eat out a lot, I'm going to have to check into that.
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I have heard of Ebates and I've heard of Rakuten as well. I didn't know that the first changed to the second. Maybe that explains why I have not seen those Ebates commercials on TV for a long time.
There has been more talk about Rakuten of late. I thought about trying Ebates but now I may give Rakuten a closer look.
Thanks for the tip.
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I ordered some kitchen curtains today online from Walmart. I activated the 5%rebate through Rakuten. I will also get 3%more since I used my Rakuten credit card. Pretty sweet deal.
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i have never used ebates and have wondered if it is worth the trouble
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i used them when it was ebates and it doesn't really change anything for me now that it is rakuten
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I use Rakuten and i'm liking it so far :)
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I do use it but have not got the mobile app
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I should try that. I definitely use retail me not so may look into this one.
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I still use the site every now and then.
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Do not use them
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I've seen it on TV, but have never used it.
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I just realized that Rakutan is Ebates and the information is very helpful.
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I have seen the ads on TV and have been wondering more about it. Thank you for giving some more information on what it is.
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I used it from time to time when purchasing Electronic items but over all I hardly use the website now though.
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Thanks for the info and heads-up you shared. I don't do a lot of shopping so I never saw the benefit for me to use ebates but have always been curious.
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i like ratuken. i do i lot of oneline things. It is easy to use. I have heard they now include some brick and morter stores. not to sure how that works. it is worth looking into every little bit helps. :pumpkin: :peace: :wave:
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I absolutely love Rakuten! I buy everything thru the app that I possibly can! I love to get paid on stuff I am already going to buy. And I love to get referrals! That referral bonus adds up!
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Thank you for the information. I do use Rakuten when I make purchases online at lots of different retailers. I don't make a fortune, but if you can get something back that is great.