So You've Got an OTC Card and Walmart's Calling Your Name: A Guide for the Slightly Befuddled
Ah, the wonders of the modern world! You hold in your hand a magical piece of plastic, the OTC card, a portal to a land of bandaids, cough drops, and maybe even that fancy foot cream you've been eyeing. But before you go on a shopping spree worthy of a Kardashian, there's a slight hurdle: conquering Walmart.com with this mysterious card. Fear not, fellow adventurer, for this guide will be your compass!
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Step 1: Embrace the Digital Wallet (or Not)
First things first, you need to decide where you want to store your OTC card's digital soul. You have two options, both equally awesome in their own way:
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- The Accountable One: Create a Walmart.com account and add your OTC card to the "wallet" section. This way, your card details are safely tucked away, ready to be whipped out at checkout with a click.
- The Free Spirit: Skip the account creation and simply enter your OTC card information as a payment method during checkout. It's like showing your ID at a club, but with less judgment (hopefully).
Remember: Whichever method you choose, make sure your card is activated and you have enough "funds" (because magic plastic doesn't work on its own, shocker!). You can check your balance through the OTC Network website, app, or by calling the number on the back of your card.
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Step 2: The Quest for Eligible Items (a.k.a. Not Everything is a Treasure)
Now comes the exciting part: filling your shopping cart with goodies! But hold your horses, not every item on Walmart.com is created equal. Only specific items are eligible for purchase with your OTC card.
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Here's the trick: Look for the "OTC Network" symbol on the product page or search for "OTC Network eligible items" using the search bar. It's like finding hidden treasure in a sea of ordinary products (except way less dusty and probably not cursed).
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Pro tip: Download the OTC Network mobile app to scan barcodes in-store and check if an item is eligible before you even reach the checkout line. No more awkward fumbling and cashier confusion!
Step Step 3: Checkout Like a Champion (Because You Are)
Once you've filled your cart with eligible goodies, it's time to conquer the checkout. Here's where your chosen method from Step 1 comes into play:
- Account user: Select your OTC card from your wallet at checkout. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy.
- Free spirit: Enter your OTC card information as the payment method. Boom, you're a checkout ninja!
Important note: Your OTC card will only cover the cost of eligible items. If you've added some ineligible items to your cart (because hey, who can resist that cute cat mug?), you'll need to use another payment method for the remaining balance.
Congratulations! You've successfully used your OTC card on Walmart.com. Now go forth and conquer that cough, soothe that sunburn, or treat yourself to that fancy foot cream (you deserve it!). Remember, with this newfound knowledge, you are no longer slightly befuddled, but a Walmart.com and OTC card champion!