In today`s tough economy finding the best deals is always important. But why just look for deals when you can find free stuff too?
I have been searching and signing up for free stuff online for a few years now. It can be time-consuming, but it can also be worth it. I have received FULL SIZED items along with regular travel and sample-sized items. I am about to tell you some great sites to check out along with a few tips on obtaining these
freebies.
Getting samples sent to your home is as easy as filling out a simple form. You’ll submit your name, mailing address, and email address to companies offering samples and then in anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks, they’ll show up in your mailbox. Companies want you to try their products so you can see if you will like them and then of course, you’ll want to buy them too. Most even arrive with some awesome money-saving
manufacturer coupons and discounts so you can pick them up after you try them.
To start off, make yourself a new email address. The reason for this is because usually along with the free samples comes a lot of free spam, and that is not the kind you eat! The email address will keep all this extra junk and spam separate from your personal and work emails. I personally prefer to use
Gmail myself. Plenty of storage space and easy to use.
Expert Tip: Because signing up for freebies and samples does require an email address, the best thing you can do is to create a separate email account or folder in your current email specifically for your free sample requests. This way any promotional emails the companies may send out won’t intermingle with your bills and personal correspondences.
Second, I would suggest downloading a program called
Robo Form. It is free to download! You can download the file right from
here without leaving this page, for your convenience. The only thing is it is just a free trial as far as storing your passwords. Once your trial is up, you will no longer be able to just click and have your username and password autofill... BUT you will be able to still auto-fill your personal information (name, address, etc.) into site forms. This will save you a lot of time and typing when requesting your freebies or for any other site for that matter.
TIP: If you have Firefox or Chrome just search for the add-on extension called "Last Pass" which is the same thing, just no trial needed because it`s free all the time.
Third, I suggest getting an
alternative phone number. Maybe one of the ones that you use through the internet such as Google Voice. The reason I suggest this, some companies require a phone number. Why? Most likely to try and sell you some sort of junk after you sign up for your free sample. To avoid annoying spam calls, get some sort of fake number or the alternative number for online.
If you plan on answering the calls occasionally, then maybe try out a prepaid phone. Once you have those main things, you are ready to go!
Of course, they are not a must-have, just a bit of a precaution.
So now you are probably wondering what do you do from here? Where do you begin to even look for all these free things? You search the internet of course!
I recommend
Closet of Free Samples --which is where you`re at now. This site is packed with free samples and amazing deals! If you are in the freebie section, everything is free. If it requires any shipping it will be noted in the title, but
MOST do not require that.
I personally, try to stay clear of paying shipping charges unless I REALLY like it! Not to mention the site is updated daily multiple times a day. You can subscribe to get an email or via google reader or both! Subscribing ensures you do not miss out on the newest postings!
I hope the bit of advice I gave will be helpful in your journey to freebie hunting!
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Free Samples by Mail (FAQ)
How do you get free samples in the mail?
How long does it take to get free samples?
Samples are shipped directly from the company offering the samples and may take 4-6 weeks for delivery. Some samples arrive in as little as 1 week from registering.
Do I need to pay shipping for free samples?
You do not need to pay shipping for free samples. Most free samples ship completely free - no cost to you! Be careful of freebie scams that try to collect your credit card information. Every free sample you see here on Closet of Free Samples is 100% free unless we mention there is a charge.
Why haven't I received my free sample in the mail yet?
We understand how frustrating it can be to fill in forms and it seems as if nothing arrives. Some items may take longer to arrive due to the popularity of the freebie. Hang in there and don't give up. Keep filling in those sample forms and have a little patience and you'll be rewarded with real free samples in your mailbox every week we promise!
Do free samples sell out?
Yes, some samples can run out. You’ll notice that samples are frequently “limited time” and “while supplies last” and they do go fast. Don’t get discouraged if you miss out here and there. The next one always waits. It only ever takes a minute or so to sign up, so it’s worth it!
What companies offer free stuff?
Beauty companies love to allow you to try their make-up and fragrances to see how they work with your skin tone or how a scent will work with your body’s chemistry.
Baby companies often release free samples of diapers and formula - every baby is different and you want to find out what works best for them. Even
food companies will send out bite-sized samples to give you a taste of their goodies! They’re hoping that once you try them, you’ll want to buy them!