The simple hack that means you never have to pay full price at McDonald's – it'll get you a whole meal for cheap
LOVIN IT The simple hack that means you never have to pay full price at McDonald's – it'll get you a whole meal for cheap
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WE all love a McDonald's treat, but what if we told you there's a savvy way to enjoy your favourites without ever paying full price?
A genius hack shared by TikTok account @thefinancegurl is currently buzzing, revealing a simple trick to bag a Big Mac, McChicken Sandwich, or even a McNuggets meal with a side for less than a fiver.
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There is a savvy McDonald's hack that is currently getting shared on TikTok
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Forget hunting for vouchers or waiting for special deals.
This clever method uses something you already receive: your McDonald's receipt.
As the finance guru herself explains: "when you get a receipt, you'll notice that there's a website address at the top where you can fill in a satisfaction survey."
The process is refreshingly straightforward.
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Simply head to that website and fill in the 12-digit code that's on your receipt.
You'll then be taken to a "super quick" customer satisfaction survey, which she assures takes "about two minutes to complete."
The reward for your two minutes?
A "special voucher" that is nothing short of golden.
This voucher allows you to order a Big Mac plus a medium fries or a side salad for only £2.99.
And if the Big Mac isn't calling your name, don't worry - "there's also alternatives you can choose from, like the McNugget meal, a McChicken sandwich or a Filet-O-Fish."
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As @thefinancegurl demonstrates, all you need to do is "show your QR code at the till and state what your preference is."
For her recent trip, she opted for "a McChicken sandwich with medium fries, and I got tap water, which is completely free.
'So my entire meal came to only £2.99."
It's a brilliant way to enjoy a satisfying meal without stretching your budget.
McDonald's receipt
So next time you're at McDonald's, remember to grab that receipt - it could be your ticket to a fantastic deal.
The video, which was shared on 8 June, has received 407k views and 214 comments as many rush to share their thoughts.
One wrote: 'I do this everytime!!
'I take our own drinks and feed a family of five for £15.'
A second added: 'Useful hack.'
While a third said: 'Genius didn't know this thank you.'
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