5 Things You Need to Know About Shaw’s (2026 Edition)

5 Things You Need to Know About Shaw’s (2026 Edition) you aren’t using the app-stacking method at Shaw’s yet, you’re basically paying a ‘convenience tax’ on your groceries. It’s 2026—saving money should be automated. Here are 5 things you need to know about Shaw’s ( and some Bonus Tips) to work the deal and keep your budget on track this month

1. The “Monthly Freebie” Strategy

How to work this deal: Shaw’s drops a new 100% free product in the app on the 1st of every month.

• Open the Shaw’s for U app, go to “Deals,” and search “Free.” Clip it immediately.
• This Month: Look for the New Year wellness item (usually a protein drink or healthy snack).

2. The SAVE30

How to work this deal: If you’ve never used DriveUp & Go, use code SAVE30 to get $30 off your $75 order.

• The Hack: Load your cart with non-perishables and household essentials to hit the $75 mark, but remember that milk and alcohol usually don’t count toward the total!
• If for some reason SAVE30 isn’t sticking, these alternatives are currently active:
• VE30: Often acts as a backup for the same $30 off $75 offer.
• SAVE20: A smaller discount ($20 off $75) that sometimes works when the larger one doesn’t.
• FREE: Usually gives you free delivery on your first order of $30+ (cannot always be stacked with the $30 off).
• If you tried to use it and it failed, it’s likely due to one of these common restrictions:
• The $75 Minimum: Your cart must total $75 after other discounts but before taxes and fees. Alcohol, tobacco, and fluid dairy usually don’t count toward this total.
• Platform Restriction: The code only works on the official Shaw’s app or website. It will not work if you are ordering through Instacart, DoorDash, or UberEats.

3. The “Rewards Gallery” vs. Cash Off

How to work this deal: Don’t let the app “Auto-apply” your points for cash off.

• The Logic: 100 points = $1.00 cash off. BUT, 100 points in the Rewards Gallery can get you a $3.50 bag of frozen fruit or a $4.00 pack of cheese.
• The Win: You are getting 3x the value for the exact same points just by choosing the right reward.

4. The 4X Gift Card Power Play

How to work this deal: Buying a gift card for Amazon, Disney, or Home Depot? Do it at Shaw’s before January 16.

• The Reward: You’ll earn 4X points on those cards.
• The Payout: A $100 gift card gets you 400 points (4 Rewards). That’s essentially a “rebate” of $10+ in free groceries just for buying a gift card you were going to buy anyway.

5. The “Tuesday Morning” Markdown

How to work this deal: Find the red “Manager’s Special” stickers for 50% off.

• The Sweet Spot: Shop Tuesday mornings (8:00 AM – 10:00 AM). This is when the weekend inventory gets marked down.
• The Pro Hack: You can still use digital manufacturer coupons on these stickers. If a $6.00 shampoo is marked down to $3.00 and you have a $2.00 coupon in the app, you’re paying $1.00.

Let us know if you spot any great deals or clearance items.

Happy Couponing!

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But wait there’s more!

Use the “Scan as You Shop” Tool

Inside the Shaw’s app, there is a barcode scanner.

• Scan items as you put them in your cart in-store. It will instantly tell you if there is a digital coupon you forgot to clip. This prevents that “I missed a deal” feeling at the register

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