Companies REALLY want to know what you are buying and they will pay you for that information. Just take a picture of your receipts before throwing them away and you can earn a few extra bucks each month.

PRO TIP: You can scan the same receipt with multiple apps to help you maximize earnings.

CoinOut

CoinOut might be the most famous of all the receipt scanning apps because it was featured on Shark Tank. The app is really easy to use and pays you in real money (no coins or points) that you can withdraw anytime (no minimum).

Rewards Per Receipt : Varies by store but usually $0.01 to $0.05

: Varies by store but usually $0.01 to $0.05 Available On : Android and iOS

: Android and iOS Rewards: PayPal, Gift Card or Bank Transfer

How to Maximize Earnings:

eMail Your Digital Receipts : CoinOut pays you for both physical and digital receipts. You just need to forward your digital receipt to [email protected] and include the phone number you used when signing up.

: CoinOut pays you for both physical and digital receipts. You just need to forward your digital receipt to [email protected] and include the phone number you used when signing up. Use the Badges : When you open the app you will see "badges" which will give you additional cash back for completing offers, taking surveys and reaching a certain balance.

: When you open the app you will see "badges" which will give you additional cash back for completing offers, taking surveys and reaching a certain balance. Shop Through the App: If you purchase things through the app you can earn additional cash back. Since they include stores like Walmart and Sam's Club you can do your shopping through the app and then pick it up in store.

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ReceiptPal

ReceiptPal is one of the easiest receipt scanning apps to use because they simply accept all receipts. It doesn't matter if you're buying groceries or getting an oil change, they'll pay you for your receipt.

Reward Per Receipt : $0.0625

: $0.0625 Available On : Android and iOS

: Android and iOS Rewards: Amazon, CVS, VISA, Walmart, Panera, Starbucks, Regal, and GameStop

How to Maximize Earnings:

Enable eMail Auto Scanning : Allow it to scan your email and it will automatically credit you for receipts it detects in your inbox.

: Allow it to scan your email and it will automatically credit you for receipts it detects in your inbox. Link Amazon Account: Link your Amazon account and get credit every time you make a purchase.

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Receipt Hog

Receipt Hog pays you for shopping at any retail store. Even when you don’t buy a single grocery item, you earn rewards. What makes Receipt Hog fun is the multiple ways to earn bonus points. You get free spins each time you upload a receipt, taking paid surveys or by attempting challenges like uploading a certain amount of receipts in a single month.

Rewards Per Receipt :

: Under $10 = $0.025

$10-$50 = $0.05

$50-$100 = $0.075

Over $100 = $0.10

Available On : Android and iOS

: Android and iOS Rewards: Amazon, Visa and PayPal

How to Maximize Earnings:

Connect Amazon : You'll receive 36 coins when you first link your Amazon account and then five sweepstake entries every month it is connected.

: You'll receive 36 coins when you first link your Amazon account and then five sweepstake entries every month it is connected. Connect Email: You'll earn 100 coins when you first link your email and five sweepstake entries every month it is connected.

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Fetch Rewards

Fetch Rewards is a little different from the other receipts on this list because it doesn't pay you for any receipt—only grocery receipts. However, they pay more and you can increase your earnings if you buy specific items.

Reward Per Receipt : Varies, but at least $1

: Varies, but at least $1 Available On : Android and iOS

: Android and iOS Rewards: Amazon, CVS, VISA, Walmart, Panera, Starbucks, Regal and GameStop and much more.

How to Maximize Earnings:

Use Sign-on Bonus : You don't need to enter a code when signing up but if you use the code C1YUW you'll get an extra $3 when you join.

: You don't need to enter a code when signing up but if you use the code C1YUW you'll get an extra $3 when you join. Add Offers to List: Fetch Rewards has lots of brands you can get at a discount. Add them to your list before you go shopping and you can earn more cash back.

PRO TIP: Use the code C1YUW, during signup and you'll get 3,000 Fetch Points ($3.00 in points!).

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Ibotta

Ibotta is one of the largest and most well-known receipt scanners. It allows you to earn extra discounts on specific items but also lets you scan any receipt to earn cash. Another cool feature is that Ibotta is no always brand specific. If they offer you $0.50 off milk, you can buy any brand and get the discount.

Reward Per Receipt : Based on Purchased Items

: Based on Purchased Items Available On : Android and iOS

: Android and iOS Rewards: PayPal, Venmo or Visa Gift Card

How to Maximize Earnings:

Use Sign-on Bonus : You don't need to enter a code when signing up but if you use the code sswjrle you'll get an extra $10 when you join.

: You don't need to enter a code when signing up but if you use the code sswjrle you'll get an extra $10 when you join. Add Offers to List : Fetch Rewards has lots of brands you can get at a discount. Add them to your list before you go shopping and you can earn more cash back.

: Fetch Rewards has lots of brands you can get at a discount. Add them to your list before you go shopping and you can earn more cash back. Link Store Loyalty Account: If you link a loyal card and add offers, just use your loyalty card at checkout and you'll get cash back immediately.

PRO TIP: Use the code sswjrle, during signup and you'll get $10 just for signing up.

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Swagbucks

Swagbucks is already a very popular website which pays users for a plethora of tasks, but now they are even paying you for receipts. Their survey app now pays you for scanning receipts as well as taking surveys.

Rewards Per Receipt: $0.02

$0.02 Available On: Android and iOS

Android and iOS Rewards: PayPal, MasterCard, Gift Cards, Sweepstakes, etc.

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