What does Groupon expiration date mean?

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The expiration date found on your Groupon refers to the date that the value listed on the deal page—also known as the promotional value—is no longer valid. For example, if you paid $10 for $20 worth of food at a local restaurant, $20 is the promotional value of the deal.

Does Groupon have an expiration date?

The paid value of most Local Groupons never expires. This means that unless the fine print states otherwise, after the promotional value expires, you can still redeem your voucher at the merchant for the amount you paid. Learn more about using expired vouchers here.

How do I know if my Groupon is still valid?

You can also check if your voucher expiration has been extended by heading to My Groupons, where the expiration date will be listed next to your voucher.

Do merchants get expired Groupons?

Through Groupon, merchants are able to offer promotional deals to local customers. In turn, consumers are able to access promotional deals offered by local businesses. The amount the consumer paid for the Groupon Voucher does not expire until the voucher is used or is refunded.

How do I get a refund on an expired Groupon?

You can always get a refund for your purchase from the merchant who issued the voucher, in the minimum amount you paid. This option is available, even if the promotional period of the voucher has expired. You can also return the unredeemed voucher to Groupon within the first three days of purchase.

What happens if a Groupon goes out of business?

Short answer: no. At least not according to the Groupon Promise, the company’s terms and conditions. According to the agreement, any unredeemed voucher may be returned within the first three days of purchase for a refund of the amount paid.

How long do Groupon deals last?

Groupon is unique among deal sites because while the deal usually has a short deadline, say a day or two, the coupon is valid for a much longer period of time – often as long as six months.

Can you get money back if Groupon expires?

For Local Deals, customers can return any unredeemed Groupon for a refund of the amount paid within the first three days after purchase. After that, all sales are final unless stated otherwise in the Fine Print. After 30 days past delivery, items are non-refundable and all sales are final.

How do I get my Groupon refund after 7 days?

To start with the refund process, follow these steps:

Login to your account on the Groupon website.
Click on My Groupons.
Select View Details option next to your order.
Click Return Package.
Print your prepaid mailing label and attach it to your package.
Ship the item back to Groupon.

Can you use a voucher on the expiry date?

It means it is still valid on that date. Thus you can use your coupon on the expiration date up until just before midnight provided the merchant where you can redeem it, is open.

What happens when your Groupon deal expires?

If you can demonstrate your deal expired unused due to a problem on the issuing merchant’s end, Groupon may think it easier to eat the loss itself and credit your account with dollars or Groupon Bucks. It isn’t uncommon with low-volume service providers, such as spas and cleaning services temporarily overwhelmed by Groupon-induced demand.

What is the promotional value of a Groupon voucher?

The promotional value is the value of the discount to which the voucher entitles you – $25, maybe. The voucher’s total value is the sum of these two values – in this case, $55. These eight strategies can help you recoup your investment on your expired (or about-to-expire) Groupon purchases.

What is the difference between Groupon live and getaways?

GrouponLive: Purchases are final after the day you buy them unless there’s an extraordinary event, such as a natural disaster. Groupon Getaways and Market Picks: These are usually valid only within a predetermined travel window.

What should I do if my Groupon voucher doesn’t work?

If the issuing merchant’s representative refuses to honor part or all of the promotional value on your Groupon voucher or deal, be persistent. Politely but firmly ask to speak with a manager or owner and don’t give way until you do. If they aren’t around, get their name and ask when the representative expects them back, and come or call back later.