Frequently Asked Questions

Deals n Steals is a community-driven platform where users discover, share, and vote on the best deals online. Users can submit deals they find, vote on deals shared by others, and earn points for their contributions. Our trending algorithm surfaces the most popular deals based on community engagement.

No, you can browse all deals, view deal details, and explore categories without creating an account. However, you'll need to register to submit deals, vote, comment, save deals, or earn points.

Yes, Deals n Steals is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, premium subscriptions, or charges for any features. We make money through affiliate commissions when you purchase deals through our links.

Click the "Register" button in the top navigation, fill out the registration form with your username, email, and password. You'll receive a confirmation email to verify your account.

Click "Login" then "Forgot Password" on the login page. Enter your email address and we'll send you a secure reset link. The reset link expires after 10 minutes for security.

You can update your profile information by going to Settings > Edit Profile. Email changes require verification for security purposes.

Contact our support team at support@dealsnsteals.net to request account deletion. We'll process your request within 48 hours and permanently remove your data.

Click "Submit Deal" in the navigation (requires login). Fill out the deal form with title, description, price, retail price, deal URL, and select appropriate categories. Include clear images and detailed descriptions for better approval chances.

Deals may be rejected for: expired offers, incorrect pricing, poor quality images, insufficient description, duplicate submissions, or violations of our community guidelines. Check your notifications for specific rejection reasons.

Most deals are reviewed within 24-48 hours. Popular categories and high-quality submissions may be approved faster. You'll receive a notification once your deal is approved or if changes are needed.

You can edit deals that are pending approval. Once approved, only admins can make changes to prevent abuse. Contact support if you need to update an approved deal.

Good deals have: clear, high-quality images; accurate pricing and descriptions; working links; significant discounts; detailed product information; and proper categorization. Include any coupon codes or special instructions.

Registered users can upvote or downvote deals. Each upvote adds +1 to the deal score, each downvote subtracts -1. You can change your vote or remove it by clicking the same button again.

Trending deals are ranked by their deal score (total upvotes minus downvotes). Deals with higher scores appear first, with newer deals as tiebreakers. The trending page updates in real-time based on community voting.

Yes, registered users can comment on deals to share experiences, ask questions, or provide additional information. Comments help other users make informed decisions.

Click the bookmark icon on any deal card to save it to your "Saved Deals" list. Access your saved deals from your profile menu or the "Saved" page.

Earn points by: submitting approved deals (+50 points), receiving upvotes on your deals (+5 points each), commenting (+2 points), and daily login bonuses (+1 point). Bonus points are awarded for high-quality contributions.

Points determine your reputation level and unlock badges. Higher reputation gives you priority in deal approval queues and access to exclusive features. Points also appear on leaderboards.

No, you don't lose points for receiving downvotes on your deals. However, consistently low-quality submissions may affect your approval priority.

Badges are earned through various achievements: deal submission milestones, voting participation, community engagement, and special accomplishments. Check the Badges page to see all available badges and requirements.

Affiliate links are special URLs that track when you purchase a deal through our platform. We earn a small commission from retailers, which helps keep Deals n Steals free while supporting the deals community.

No, affiliate links never cost you extra money. You pay the same price as going directly to the retailer. The commission comes from the retailer's marketing budget, not your purchase price.

No, users cannot submit their own affiliate links. All affiliate links are managed by Deals n Steals to ensure fairness and prevent spam. Submit the direct product URL and we'll handle affiliate tracking.

Try refreshing the page, clearing your browser cache, or checking your internet connection. We use optimized images and caching to ensure fast loading. Contact support if problems persist.

Ensure you're logged in and have a verified account. If you're still having issues, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. Some browser extensions may interfere with voting functionality.

We serve images in multiple formats (WebP, AVIF, JPEG) for optimal performance. If images aren't loading, try refreshing the page or updating your browser to the latest version.

Deals n Steals is optimized for mobile devices. Try refreshing the page, clearing your mobile browser cache, or updating your browser app. Contact support with your device and browser details if issues persist.

Be respectful, submit accurate deals, don't spam, avoid duplicate submissions, and follow our content policies. Violations may result in warnings, content removal, or account suspension.

Our moderation team reviews all submissions for accuracy, checks retailer reputation, verifies pricing, and tests links. We also rely on community reporting to identify expired or fraudulent deals.

Report the deal using the report button or contact support. Include details about why the deal is problematic. We investigate all reports and take appropriate action.

We follow strict privacy policies and never sell personal data. Your email is used only for account management and notifications. See our Privacy Policy for complete details on data handling.