Electronic coupon distribution

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1996-02-13

1999-05-25

Teska, Kevin J.

Data processing: financial, business practice, management, or co

Automated electrical financial or business practice or...

Discount or incentive

B42D 1502

Patent

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059078308

ABSTRACT:
An electronic coupon distribution system providing on-line coupon information for a potential consumer using a personal computer connected to a host computer. A potential consumer using a personal computer and a modem connects to a host computer via the Internet or directly. The potential consumer may specify product preferences or search and view coupons of interest to the consumer. The consumer may then download from the host computer coupon information that may be printed on the potential consumer's printer connected to his personal computer. Information identifying the downloaded coupon is coded or encrypted onto the printed coupon to prevent unauthorized reproduction. The coupon distribution system may be used to obtain additional information about the potential consumer for future marketing purposes. The present invention greatly facilitates and makes economical distribution of coupons or certificates.

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Michael Wilke, "Catalina, Coupons Online in tests", Aug. 28, 1995, p. 15, Advertising Age.

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