摘要 |
Provided are methods and devices for the provision and use of an electronic coupon which includes receiving an electronic file at a mobile communication device. The electronic file includes a data string unique to a user of the mobile communication device and is also associated with a vendor location. The electronic file is received from a server via a network based upon a current geographic position of the mobile communication device. The electronic file identifies a shopping location and includes a data string that is unique to a user of the mobile communication device. The method further includes providing the electronic file to an intermediary computing device associated with the location. The intermediary computing device may be of a merchant where the data string is analyzed to provide a discount to the user of the mobile device.
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