12 Amazon Shopping Secrets Every Canadian Needs in 2025
Published: December 19, 2025
#12: Open in Incognito Mode for Lower Prices
Amazon tracks your views and can raise prices on items you look at repeatedly. Use incognito/private browsing or a different device to reset tracking and often see lower prices.
#11: Shop the Hidden Sections
Check Amazon Outlet, Warehouse, and Renewed for massive discounts on returned or overstock items — often like-new with full warranty.
#10: No-Rush Shipping Credits
Choose slower shipping at checkout to earn digital credits for ebooks, music, etc.
#9: Subscribe & Save (Then Cancel)
Get up to 15% off with Subscribe & Save — cancel anytime after shipment with no penalty.
#8: Use Price History Tools
Tools like Keepa or CamelCamelCamel show if a "deal" is real before you buy.
#7: Lightning Deals Alerts
Set up Amazon app notifications to catch limited-time deep discounts.
#6: External Coupon Sites
Check RetailMeNot, Honey, or Reddit for hidden promo codes.
#5: Public Wish List Trick
Making your wish list public (and sharing the link) can sometimes trigger price drops.
#4: Discounted Gift Cards
Buy Amazon gift cards at 5-10% off on sites like Raise or Rakuten for instant savings.
#3: Sort Deals by Discount %
In Today's Deals, change sorting to "Discount - High to Low" to see the best savings first.
#2: Shopping Guides Tab (App Only)
Hidden AI-powered personalized deals section in the Amazon app.
#1: Stack Everything!
The real secret: Combine multiple tips (gift cards + coupons + price tracking + credits) for maximum savings.