If you’ve spent any time on TikTok lately, you’ve probably come across those super-speedy clips claiming to save you 90% at checkout using a "secret" hack or magic coupon site. Some look too good to be true. Others are oddly convincing. But what’s real, what’s hype, and what actually saves you money?

We rolled up our sleeves and tested a bunch of viral TikTok coupon hacks so you don’t have to. From double-stack codes to URL tricks and shady browser settings, here’s what we found—and what actually works.

Hack #1: Clear Your Cookies for Better Deals

The claim: If you visit a site as a “new shopper,” you’ll see better discounts than a returning user. TikTokers say clearing cookies tricks the site into thinking you’re new and triggers pop-up codes or discounts.

Our test:
We tested this on multiple sites, including fashion, skincare, and gadget retailers. After clearing cookies and browsing in incognito mode, several sites did show a first-time shopper pop-up offering 10–15% off.

Verdict:
Surprisingly effective. It’s not universal, but it worked on about 60% of the stores we tested. It’s quick, harmless, and worth a shot—especially if you’ve shopped the site before and haven’t seen any recent codes.

Hack #2: Add Items to Cart and Abandon It

The claim: If you leave stuff in your cart and walk away, the site will email you a coupon code to lure you back.

Our test:
We added items to carts on five popular retail sites, logged into an account, and waited. Three out of five sent a discount code within 48 hours. One sent a reminder without a discount. One never followed up.

Verdict:
Works—but not quickly. If you’re not in a rush, it’s a clever passive way to snag a code. Make sure you’re logged in with a valid email address or the retailer has no way to contact you.

Hack #3: Use “Discount-XX” or “Promo-XX” in URL Bars

The claim: Some TikTokers say you can get hidden discounts by manually typing certain promo paths into the browser URL bar—like adding /discount10 or /promo15 to the end of the store’s link.

Our test:
We tried it on ten different online stores. Zero redirected us to a working coupon or activated a discount. Most resulted in 404 errors.

Verdict:
Total myth. It makes for a fun trick shot video, but we couldn’t find any legitimate use of this hack on major retailer websites. Save your time and skip this one.

Hack #4: Use TikTok-Specific Coupon Pages

The claim: Some brands run special promo campaigns for TikTok audiences and set up coupon pages that aren’t easily found through normal browsing.

Our test:
We found several TikTok creators linking directly to limited-time coupon pages—usually hosted on the brand’s own site. These links offered better deals than what was visible on the homepage or via coupon sites.

Verdict:
Legit—but only when the creator is reputable. If a brand sponsors a TikToker and gives them a unique landing page, the deal’s often real. Just make sure you’re clicking through an actual creator’s link, not a sketchy repost.

Hack #5: Use Hidden Amazon Coupons from TikTok Tutorials

The claim: There are “secret” Amazon coupons that only show up if you follow a specific set of steps or keyword searches, often shared in TikTok tutorials.

Our test:
We followed three different methods: using certain search terms, going to Amazon’s coupon hub, and browsing via influencer storefronts. In all cases, the so-called “secret” coupons were just regular Amazon deals—often already visible to the average shopper.

Verdict:
Not really hidden, just not super obvious. The value is in the reminder to check for coupons—not in the hack itself. Still, TikTok does sometimes surface deals you may not have known about.

Hack #6: Stack TikTok-Promoted App Coupons with Referral Bonuses

The claim: Download an app (like food delivery, fashion resale, or home goods) from a TikTok creator’s link and get both the new user discount and the referrer’s bonus as stackable savings.

Our test:
We tested this with two popular apps. In both cases, we got the advertised new-user discount, but the referral bonus went to the TikTok creator—not us.

Verdict:
You’ll save money as a new user, but don’t expect to double-dip with both bonuses. The hack works—but only for one party.

Hack #7: Use TikTok’s Search to Find Real-Time Promo Codes

The claim: Instead of Google, search TikTok directly for real-time discount codes and unexpired offers shared by creators.

Our test:
We searched for specific brands plus “promo code” and found dozens of videos. Some were outdated. Some were sketchy. But many were current and showed actual working codes with timestamps.

Verdict:
Surprisingly helpful. Especially good for beauty, fashion, and lifestyle products. Just check that the video is recent and comments confirm the code still works.

Final Ranking of Hacks (from Most to Least Useful)

1. Clear cookies for new shopper deals
2. Search TikTok for real-time working promo codes
3. Abandon cart for discount emails
4. Use TikTok coupon pages from legit creators
5. Check Amazon coupon hub (not really a hack, but still useful)
6. App referral links (only for first-time users)
7. Manual promo code paths in URLs (total bust)

Tips Before You Try Any TikTok Hack

• Always use a backup email if you’re testing new account signups
• Don’t download sketchy apps or click links from accounts with no profile info
• Check comments for real-time feedback—people are quick to call out fake codes
• If it looks too good to be true (like 90% off AirPods), yeah... it probably is

TikTok is full of wild coupon hacks—some genius, some just clever editing. But if you’re willing to do a little testing and use common sense, there are definitely some real savings to be had.