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Q: What is ActuallyFree.info?A: ActuallyFree.info is a free information website that explains ways to
get tangible freebies and freebies to help with a budget.
ActuallyFree.info also provides digital media for downloading and offline
use, directories, and lists of other sources for the best online
freebies. For more information on ActuallyFree.info, including how it
was started, ownership, awards, and third party verification read the
About Us page.
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: ActuallyFree.info only provides information. The purpose of this site is to serve as a useful reference for finding the sources that can help you. ActuallyFree.info does not offer monetary aid or other gifts. If you need help, take a look around at the information provided. If you are looking for a specific freebie, you are welcome to
freebie finding help. See this
blog entry for more info.
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Q: Aren't you worried about encouraging a free-loader society?A: Actually, yes. That concern has been considered. While this information
is available to anyone, it is presented with the hope that the
information won't be abused. It is also important to note that when one
is able to give, a greater satisfaction comes from giving rather than
receiving.
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Q: Nothing is free. What's the catch?A: Use of the ActuallyFree.info website and
the information provided is offered free of charge with no catch. It was created for educational purposes with the goal to help people get items and services for free so that they can live within a budget.
If there are any catches
with the freebies listed at ActuallyFree.info, the best effort is made
to describe all elements involved with obtaining that freebie. For example, the
Classified Ads
page doesn't describe much of a catch, because when one receives free
stuff from classified ads, the only catch is revealing an email address
to the person giving the item away. On the other hand, the
Get a Free Gadget page gives clear details on what it takes to receive a free popular
gadget, including that the person who wants to receive the item must
complete offers and/or refer friends.
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Q: How safe are these freebie resources?A: All links which are manually listed by the author, i.e. links which aren't advertisements, have to follow certain criteria to be listed on this site.
Criteria for websites listed at ActuallyFree.info:
- The site has to offer something for free
- They are personally tried and tested by the author, OR they are clearly labeled as not tested.
- They have a good report with SiteAdvisor.com.
- They must be legal
- They must be family-friendly
Although the author does his best to list free, family friendly and legal sites, it is still possible that they aren't reliable. That is why one of the first pages created was the page which lists
third-party verification sites. These sites offer databases, assistance and education on how to avoid scams and spam.
Advertisements are usually listed at the top and bottom of each page or a graphic within the text. These may or may not change every time the page is accessed. Some ads are controlled by the author and some are not. Those which are controlled by the author must still be legal and family friendly to be listed on the site. See also
terms for using this site.
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Q: One of the sites you listed charges for the product or service. Whats going on?A: Sometimes products and services are offered free for a period of time but then require a fee once they become popular. It was possibly free when it was listed on ActuallyFree.info but has changed since it was listed. Use the
contact us form to report this and the link will be removed.
Also please note that advertisements do not usually link to freebies (some do). Banners and text ads at the top and bottom of most pages and some graphics wrapped within the text are advertisements and likely offer paid services and products for sale.
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Q: Would you like to exchange links?A: ActuallyFree.info will only list sites that meet the criteria listed above under the question: "
how safe are these freebie resources". If you offer something for free, and if your site is safe, legal and family friendly, then a reciprocal link isn't even required. Though
it is always appreciated. Use the
contact us form to submit your site.
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Q: How can I submit a site to one of your directories? How can I get listed on your site?A: ActuallyFree.info will only list sites that meet the criteria listed
above under the question: "
how safe are these freebie resources". If you
offer something for free, and if your site is safe, legal and family-friendly, then use the
contact us form to submit your site for review.
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Q: I appreciate what you do here. Can I make a donation for your time?A: Sure, that would be greatly appreciated. Your support will help keep the site going.
Use the PayPal button below (a PayPal account is
not required)
Email
addresses are not stored or kept for future use. The names of donors
will be kept anoymous unless otherwise requested. At the donor's request a thank
you notice can be placed on the
home page with an active link to a
company or website.
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Q: How much does it cost to advertise on your site?A: If your site offers anything for free, your site can be listed for free. If you would like more prominent ad space the current rates can be found on the
Advertising page.
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