Capital One Shopping: How it works and how to earn rewards

Online shopping portals can help you save money on everyday purchases, and some let you earn rewards on top of the points or cash back you already get from your credit card.Capital One Shopping takes a slightly different approach: It combines shopping rewards with coupon codes, price comparisons and deal alerts.You don't need a Capital One credit card or bank account to use Capital One Shopping. The free service is available through its website, browser extension and mobile app, and you can redeem eligible Shopping Rewards for gift cards rather than cash or travel points.Here's how Capital One Shopping works, how to earn and redeem rewards, and what to know before using it.What is Capital One Shopping?Capital One Shopping is a free online shopping tool that helps you find lower prices, apply available coupon codes and earn rewards at participating retailers. It can also compare prices across merchants and alert you to potential savings.CAPITAL ONE SHOPPINGUnlike a traditional airline or hotel shopping portal, Capital One Shopping doesn't directly award airline miles or hotel points. Instead, eligible purchases and promotions earn Capital One Shopping Rewards, which can be redeemed ...