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SlickDeals gives internet users an enormous list of ways to save money on purchases. The site focuses on many different aspects of saving, from special offers to online coupons and Black Friday sales events. The homepage is full of items that are currently for sale all over the internet. Users can log in and look for the items they plan to buy, or see what is out there that they may want to purchase. SlickDeals hand picks the deals they offer. The site also claims to never accept payment to give a company placement on their lists. Each deal is there because the SlickDeals team determined it to be a good addition that users might like. Users can also rate deals so that others can decide whether or not it is a worthwhile investment.

SlickDeals was founded in 1999. Based out of Las Vegas, Nevada, the site has grown significantly. The creators sought a way to provide a free, user driven deal sharing website that allowed the consumer to collaborate with other shoppers and spread their collective knowledge. Today, SlickDeals is equipped with many tools to help its community do just that. By allowing the community to provide information, SlickDeals has built its database and expanded the saving potential for regular users.

SlickDeals stands out as a valuable money saving resource by providing a diverse collection of information. Rather than focusing on one area, such as online promotions or coupons, SlickDeals becomes a centralized go to source for consumers. Users can look for the newest additions to the StickDeals database or learn about which deals are a good choice when buying online.

The SlickDeals website is clearly centered around shopping, with many promotions highlighted right on the homepage. For a newcomer, this may seem a bit overwhelming. There are numerous items featured as well as tabs to browse and the occasional third party banner advertisement. Despite the busy nature of the site, it still retains an air of organization through its navigational tabs. Users can click on coupons, deals, tools, or check out the forums. Special seasonal tabs are sometimes added as well.

A visitor can become a SlickDeals member by clicking on the white “Register’ link at the top o the homepage, beside the blue “Log In” button. This takes the user to the registration form, which asks for basic information including an email address, username, and password. The user must also enter a Captcha code to verify that they are human and can choose to subscribe to the SlickDeals newsletter. The newsletter opt in box is unchecked by default, which is a nice change of pace compared to other sites that require the user to manually uncheck it to opt out.

How much a user spends on the SlickDeals website depends entirely on their purchase history. In reality, these purchases are made through the site rather than on it. Users can create an account for free and begin reviewing the informational resources, special deals, and coupons right away. The only cost associated with SlickDeals is the price paid for items and services purchased. The user remains in full control, which encourages them to make a purchase through SlickDeals.

Anyone who loves to save money and does at least some shopping online can really enjoy SlickDeals. The site covers all possible savings options, from special deals to online coupons. Users can learn about recent sales and provide feedback through user ratings on the site. SlickDeals is also a good resource to gather information before taking advantage of a deal.

• Add and read ratings posted to each deal advertised on SlickDeals
• Learn about special offers and seasonal promotions
• Participate in the SlickDeals forum
• Sign up for SlickDeals alerts
• Browse hand picked deals

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