FAQ
What does Beta mean?
Beta is a designation for where thingamalist's service is in development. During this phase, we are looking for feedback from you that will provide a better, richer user experience.
ACCOUNT FAQ
I forgot my password. How do I get a new one?
From the login page, click on the "Forgot Password" link. You will be presented with a new page which asks you to enter the email address you registered with your profile. Just input your email address and click the "Reset Password" button. Your current password will be reset and a new one will be generated for you. Your new password will be emailed to your account. For security purposes, once you receive your new password, log into your account and change your password.
What is your Privacy Policy?
thingamalist is committed to protecting your privacy. For details on what information we collect and how we use it, along with additional privacy related issues, please feel free to visit our Privacy Policy page.
How do I change my thingamalist user name, password, e-mail address, or contact information?
You must login in to manage and change your acount information. After logging in, go to the Manage Account tab located at the top of any page. You can re-enter identification information such as password, e-mail address, and phone number. You cannot, however, change your user name.
What about "cookies"?
"Cookies" are small pieces of information that are stored by your browser on your computer's hard drive. Our cookies do not contain any personally identifying information, but they do enable us to provide helpful features such as providing customized content to you when you return to the site based on your browsing history. Most Web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually change your browser to prevent them.
Note: If cookies are disabled (i.e., turned off) in your browser, you won't be able to use many of the features that thingamalist.com offers (you'll be able to get to and browse our home page, but that's it). We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
What about "custom ( also known as 'private' ) headers"?
A header is part of the data packets which are sent to your browser and in turn received by our servers. Headers contain transparent information about the transmission. We use custom (also known as "private") headers for different aspects of our websites. Many internet security software applications disable this type of header.
Note: If custom / private headers are disabled or blocked in your internet security software application, you won't be able to use many of the features that thingamalist.com offers. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Within your internet security software application, custom / private headers can be enabled on a site-by-site basis. Please see the product documentation for more information.
I received an alert regarding updating my browser on the home page. Why did I receive this alert?
You received this alert because depending on the browser, you may experience some problems or site functionality might not work. For the best online experience, we recommend:
| Microsoft Internet Explorer™ | 6.0.29 and higher on Windows XP |
| Mozilla Firefox | 1.5.0.7 and higher |
| Opera | Not supported |
| Safari | Not supported |
Microsoft Internet Explorer™ 6.0.28 is from SP2 and is available as part of Win XP Service Pack 2. If you have Microsoft Internet Explorer™ 6.0.28, this version is from SP1 and is the highest version that can be installed on Win 2000 operating system. If you use Win2000, we suggest that you install an alternative browser like Firefox. Please read the documentation from the software provider before installing any new software.
You can download a new final browser version from:
- Mozilla Firefox - http://www.mozilla.org/products/firefox/
- Microsoft Internet Explorer™ - http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ie/downloads/
Are there any special screen/browser requirements?
- Cookies must be enabled. We only use a session cookie which is removed when the browser is closed.
- Javascript must be enabled.
- Cookies - go to Tools, Internet Options, then the Privacy tab, then adjust the setting to "Medium" or "Medium High", then close the browser and start it again.
- Javascript - go to Tools, Internet Options, then the Security tab, click the Internet zone then Custom Level. Under Scripting enable the "Active Scripting" option, and the "Allow paste operations via script" option, then close the browser and start it again.
- Cookies - go to Tools, Options, Privacy, then the Cookies tab, then either check "Allow sites to set Cookies".
- Javascript - go to Tools, Options, Content, and check Enable Javascript.
CREATING LIST FAQ
What is "To Do List" type?
A “To Do List” type will include lists of action items. This type of list will allow you to see any specials and/or incentives within your zip code for items on your list.
What is "Grocery List" type?
A “Grocery List” will include lists of items to be purchased at a grocery store. This type of list will allow you to see any specials and/or incentives for your selected preferred grocery store.
I can't find my grocery store under select grocer. Can I still make a list?
Yes, you can make a list without adding a preferred grocer to your list. However, if your preferred store advertises with thingamalist, you will want to add them to your list of preferred stores and then add them to your list because you will then be able to see the available savings and/or incentives.
I can't find my grocery store under select grocer. How can I get them added to the list of available grocery stores?
Please contact Customer Support at customersupport[at]thingamalist.com. In your email, please include the contact information and manager of the store. We will contact the store.
Can I still make a list without selecting the list type?
No, you must select a list type.
Why can't I click on "recently added specials"?
This is a section header. After you select a list type, specials that are available will be below this header.
Why can't I click on "recently added incentives"?
This is a section header. After you select a list type, incentives that are available will be below this header.
Can I give my list a different name?
Yes, you must give each saved list a unique name.
Why do I to use a unique name?
This allows you to better organize, share and update your lists.
Can I browse price incentives without registering?
No, you must register and obtain a username before browsing any specials and incentives.
Why do I receive multiple messages when the list is sent to my cell phone?
Your lists are sent to your phone via the SMS protocol. The SMS protocol only allows a maximum of 140 characters per messages.
When your lists exceed 140 characters mutliple messages will be sent so that you will have you entire list.
I sent my list, but I have yet to receive it?
There are two possible reasons why you may not receive your list instantly.
The possibilities are:
- The servers may be busy, you should eventually receive your list. Thingamalist engineers are working on this problem.
- You may entered the number/email incorrectly or may have selected the wrong service provider for the phone number.
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