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Walmart Coupons & Promo Codes for May 2026

Walmart Coupons & Promo Codes for May 2026

 

How to Shop and Save at Walmart

For over 50 years, Walmart has been a retail staple in the U.S. and around the world. Its goal of providing low prices every day makes it a top choice among shoppers looking for a great deal. Below, we’ve compiled a list of useful information to help you maximize your savings and make the most of your shopping experience at Walmart.

Price Match Policy

According to Walmart’s Price Match Policy , if you find a lower price from an online retailer on an identical, in-stock product they’ll match that price. However, there are several stipulations:

  • The item must be identical, (same size, model, quantity, brand, and color) and it must be in-stock at the online retailer's website and on Walmart.com at the time of the request.
  • There is a limit of one item per person per day.
  • The item must be sold and fulfilled from a list of specific online retailers, found here .

See the complete list of price match exclusions for more information.

Return & Exchange Policy

Walmart offers returns and exchanges in-store or via mail.

  • In-store returns and exchanges
    • Items purchased online or in stores can both be returned in store.
    • You can also use the Walmart App to initiate returns.
    • Bring the item you’re returning to the customer service desk, along with your receipt and all the original packing materials and accessories.
  • Mail returns and exchanges
    • Items can be returned via mail for free. Start by logging into your Walmart account.
    • In your order history, select “View Details” for the item you want to return. Click “Return or Replace” to print a free return label.
    • Package the item you wish to return along with all the original packing materials and accessories, and then mail as directed.
    • You'll receive a refund or replacement once Walmart receives the item.

Free Shipping

Walmart offers free shipping on orders of $35 or more. It also offers free in-store pickup on most items sold by Walmart. Marketplace products and freight items count towards the $35, but shipping costs may be applied by the Marketplace Seller.

In-store Tips, Tricks, and Hacks

Walmart offers coupons that you can print and use at your local Walmart store. Here’s how you can get them:

  1. From the top navigation bar, select the “Stores” icon
  2. Select “Local Store” from the drop-down menu, or search for a store using your ZIP code
  3. Select “Coupons”
  4. Check each coupon you would like to print
  5. Select “Print Coupons”
  6. Coupons then populate and can be printed

First-time users must validate their account using a one-time verification code. Once you have been verified, you won't have to perform verification again.

  • Once you select “Print Coupons”, you are asked to enter a phone number to receive a verification code from Coupons.com
  • Enter the code in the area provided and select “Verify and Print”
  • Coupons then populate and can be printed.

In addition to its own coupons, Walmart also accepts manufacturer coupons for discounts such as dollars/cents off and BOGO (Buy One Get One Free). For a complete list of details, click here .

Finally, you can get discounts on select items found online if you opt to pick them up in-store. Just look for the “Free pickup + discount” filter in the left sidebar, under the “Delivery & Pickup” section.

Contact & Customer Service Information

If you need help with your account, a product, or an order, you can use the Walmart Help Center to find answers. Walmart offers live chat, email, and phone options (all are initiated via live chat).

Customer Service hours:

  • Chat/Email: 6am - 10pm CST
  • Phone: 6am - 10pm CST

Card & Credit Options

Walmart accepts major credit cards from American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover, as well as its own Capital One Walmart Rewards Card .

It also offers the Walmart MoneyCard , which is a cash alternative card that allows you to earn up to 3% cash back on qualifying purchases.

Finally, you can add a payment method to the Walmart app and use it in-store via the Walmart Pay option.

Local Store Locator

As of January 2020, Walmart had a total of 4,756 stores throughout the United States. You can find the store nearest you by using the Walmart Store Finder .

Major Sales

Walmart typically hosts themed promotions for all major holidays and seasons throughout the year. The most popular sales in the last year have been Black Friday , Memorial Day , 4th of July , and The Big Save Event in July. You can also find savings every day in Walmart’s Savings Spotlight section.

By: Chuck Phillips, Director of Client Success

Having been with DealNews for over 15 years, Chuck enjoys the thrill of the deal as much as anyone. He started as a staff writer, researching the best deals and coupon codes for all of the most popular stores. Today, he is Director of Client Success where he continues his efforts.

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