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# What's the difference between Claiming, Redeeming and Validating?


### Claiming
You can set a claim action on our coupons which consumers must perform before they can claim (= use) the coupon.
 We offer the following claim actions:

* Share coupon on Facebook
* Enter a promotional code
* Install an app
* Watch a video
* Make a payment
* Install an app


### Redeeming
When a consumer presents the claimed coupon at the point of sale to make use of the offer, that's called redeeming.
 Redeeming is a term that relates to the point of view of the consumer.


### Validating
When a coupon is exchanged at and processed through the point of sale, that's called validating.  After validation the coupon cannot be used again.
 Validating is a term that relates to the point of view of the vendor.