Getting Facebook Freebies
Written by Business Maker on August 19th, 2010Facebook is now one of the most popular websites on the Internet. With 1 in 5 people planet earth having a Facebook account, it accounts for much traffic and interaction on the Internet. Originally used as a form of communication between friends and networks, Facebook is fast becoming the medium in which companies communicated with their customers. Becoming “Fans” on Facebook is the current fad with many organizations trying to develop cult like followings. In order to do this, companies are giving away freebies and free samples to attract people to their Facebook page.
Some of the most well known organizations have established pages which will appeal to all. Often times, you will be informed when a new coupon has been released which will help you save money or give you a FREE meal at your favorite local eatery. A Facebook freebie is an item given away by a company on the company’s Facebook page. Facebook freebies can be anything from food to shampoo samples.
To get a Facebook freebie from a company you usually have to become a fan of that company and then fill out a form on the company’s Facebook page. Of course, some businesses may also want your information to use for marketing their products. For this reason, you should create a separate e-mail account that you use just to sign up for freebies.
Make sure you don’t miss out! Sometimes the promotion only requires you to become a fan, but also explore each Facebook fan site for new posts, the ‘coupon’ tab, etc.
Bumble Bee Foods – $1 off $2 products in the coupons tab
Sears – Become a fan and get a $10 dollar gift certificate
Apple iTunes – Receive 20 free songs (of their choice) when you become a fan
Victoria’s Secret PINK – Free gift and exclusive offers once you’re a fan
Coach – Become a fan and they’ll give you a coupon to bring into a Coach store for a free gift
The Space Needle in Seattle – Become a fan, receive a $25 gift card to the Sky City restaurant after you send in a self addressed, stamped envelope. Look for the wall post made by the Space Needle on the fan page for details.
Kraft Foods Facebook page – you can get a free sample pack of food.
Spaghetti Warehouse – Fan them and get free lasagna on National Lasagna Day
This is only a sample of some of the free stuff that is out there on Facebook. Think about your preferred brands and do a quick search on Facebook to see if they have an official page. If they do, join up for your chance to take advantage of all the freebies that will be available.
Tags: coupons, free samples, Free Stuff, freebies, money
