How to use Target Cartwheel and Mobile Coupons

Target is a great store to save money at, but with manufacturer coupons, Target store coupons AND now Target cartwheel it can be really confusing, and sometimes down right overwhelming. Cartwheel is actually another great tool you can use at Target to save even more money. Once you understand how it works, it really is quite simply and requires NO CLIPPING! Here is a Q&A we've put together of common questions on how this app works.

What is Target Cartwheel?

Cartwheel is a free savings program you use at Target that offers up to 50% off certain items in their store. You choose the offers you want and scan the barcode at checkout. Use the % off discount at Target in addition to stacking a manufacturer coupon and a Target store coupon. You can download Cartwheel from the app store on your smartphone or access it from your computer. Go here to sign up.

How does Cartwheel work?

Once you've downloaded the app on your phone you will be able to search through all the offers and add the ones you want. New users will have 10 slots available to add up to 10 discounts at one time. The more you use Cartwheel, the more you save by unlocking more slots to add even more discounts at one time. Once you've selected your offers simply go to “My Cartwheel” to access the barcode on your phone. When checking out just present the barcode to your cashier to scan and all discounts will be applied.

Can I still use Cartwheel if I don't have a smartphone?

If you don't have a smartphone you can still take advantage of Target's Cartwheel program. Just simply sign up via computer and you will be able to scroll through the offers selecting the ones you want to add to your Cartwheel. Once you've added your offers select “Barcode” at the top of your Cartwheel account and simply print the barcode from your computer. The barcode never changes, so you only have to print it once. Just keep the barcode in your wallet and when you add new offers to your Cartwheel they will automatically attach to your unique barcode.

How many times can a Cartwheel offer be used?

Target doesn't allow more than “4 like coupons per transaction.” This same concept holds true to their Cartwheel program. You can buy 4 like items and the (1) Cartwheel discount will apply to all 4 of those items. There is also a limit of ONE Cartwheel barcode per transaction and SIX Cartwheel transactions per day. You can use the Cartwheel offers over and over again until they expire, but keep in mind you are only allowed to scan your barcode 6 times per day.

Can I stack Cartwheel with coupons?

You absolutely can stack or use other coupons with Cartwheel. Cartwheel is great because it adds the ability to triple stack at Target. You are allowed to use 1 manufacturer coupon, 1 Target store coupon AND Cartwheel together on one single item. Use your REDcard in addition to these three money savings tactics and you've got quadruple savings!

How is the Cartwheel discount calculated?

The Cartwheel barcode should be scanned after all items have been rung up and all other discounts have been applied. The percent discount will then calculate on all qualifying purchase totals less any Target store coupons (paper or mobile). In other words, the calculation is based on the price AFTER store coupons, but BEFORE manufacturer coupons.

Example:

• Product = $4.99
• Manufacturer coupon = $3.00
• Target store coupon = $1.00
• Cartwheel = 20%

$4.99 Product – $1.00 Store coupon = $3.99 – Cartwheel 10% ($0.40) = $3.59 – $3.00 Manufacturer coupon = $0.59

How do I know which items have a Cartwheel offer while shopping?

There is a nifty little scanning feature on the Cartwheel app that allows you to scan items while shopping to see if they have a Cartwheel offer to save money. Choose “scan” from the menu and scan the items barcode to see if there is a Cartwheel offer for that item. Then just simply add that item to your Cartwheel.

What are Target Mobile Coupons and how do they work?

Target mobile coupons are Target store coupons that are sent to your phone by text message. The text message includes a link. Click on the link to open a web page with the mobile coupon offers. There's a barcode located at the top of the page that the cashier will scan at checkout. When it is scanned, the register will automatically deduct the coupon amount from the price of the item(s) you are purchasing.

Do I need a Smartphone to use Target Mobile coupons?

No, if you do not have a smartphone, type the web address sent to your phone into an Internet browser on your computer. From there, print the barcode, and have the cashier scan it just like they would from a phone. To sign up for Target mobile coupons, text OFFERS to 827438 (TARGET) or go to Target's website and sign up using your phone number. Target sends out a new set of mobile coupons every two weeks once you have signed up.

How many times can I use a Target Mobile Coupon?

Target mobile coupons are good for one use only. When you redeem a Target mobile coupon, your Target receipt will show you how many offers you have remaining. Target mobile coupons are store coupons and can be combined with manufacturer coupons and Target Cartwheel offers. They may not be combined with any other form of Target coupon.

Target also offers special mobile coupons that you will only receive by texting a set of words to 827438 (TARGET). You do not have to be signed up for mobile alerts to receive these special mobile coupons.