As the consumer, you are ultimately in control when it comes to online shopping for holiday presents this year. The world is your oyster, and the competition is stiff. Brands will be throwing special deals and discounts your way to get your attention. If you’re savvy to these announcements and rewards programs, you stand to save a lot of money this holiday season.

Here are some of the top ways to save big while online holiday shopping:

1. Leave The Cart:
Add items to your shopping cart on each site, and then walk away. The stores will see that you came “close” to buying the item, and decided no at the last second. They will email you with coupons and discounts to persuade you to commit.

2. Browser Extensions:
Sites like Honey or PriceBlink will scan the web on your behalf and notify you when new coupons are introduced, or product pricing drops in real-time.

3. Price Comparison:
Tools like ShopGenius or InvisibleHand will run background checks and alert you if you’re not getting the lowest price possible on the selected product. This is probably one of the most ingenious online shopping hacks to date.

4. Cookie Clearing:
Many times, sites remember you and your information before you make a purchase. If they know you’re a repeat buyer, they won’t offer you the same kind of deal presented to a new consumer. Be sure to clear your cookies and browser history, then re-visit the website. You may be surprised at the value of the new deal you’re offered.

5. Live Chat:
Don’t forget to just ask about a discount! You can bargain with bots and live chat support workers on websites.

Your bank account will thank you for following these money-saving tips.