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Digital Access Codes Guide

Access codes are a series of characters used to unlock access to online recourses such as practice test questions, course assignments, and interactive study activities. You may find these codes referred to as digital access codes, textbook access codes, or student access kits. They all mean the same thing. Professors may ask students to obtain an access code if its resources are required for the course. Often, the code is included with the purchase of a new textbook. The access codes can only be used once, however, so if you purchased a used textbook or rented one, you will have to buy your access code separately.

If your instructors require you to purchase access codes for your upcoming courses, or you are looking for supplementary resources to your textbooks, search above for access codes by ISBN, title, or author. As college expenses add up, avoid overpaying at your campus bookstore or another online retailer. Join cost-conscious students in choosing Chegg as their source for college materials, including textbook rentals, purchases, ebooks, and digital access codes. Since 2013, Chegg has saved students over 1.5 billion dollars in student savings.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Digital Access Codes

Do Access Codes always include an eBook?

No, but some do! Make sure to do your research before purchasing your course materials. Some access codes do include an eBook, so you may be able to avoid buying your book twice. If you need to purchase your eBook separately, look into Chegg’s monthly eTextbook subscription and save money!

Can I return an access code?

Unfortunately, no. Once a code has been activated, it cannot be returned.

How long will my access code subscription last?

The duration of an access code can depend on the course; however, they were designed to grant access to online content for the length of the relevant course.

Can I buy a used textbook with an access code?

Access codes only come included with new textbooks. If you are looking to purchase a used textbook but need an access code, you will most likely have to purchase them separately. Check if the access code you need includes an electronic version of your textbook and you may avoid purchasing two items. Some access code/textbook bundles are available through Mcgraw hill and will be fulfilled through us here at Chegg.

Can I share an access code with another student?

Access codes are designed to be used by one student only for many reasons. Your instructor may even record grades from interactive activities within the online content.

When I finish my course, can I sell my code?

Unfortunately, no. Access codes are just rentals. Once the course is completed, the code will no longer be valid to access course content.

Is a Digital Access Code the same thing as a Student Access Kit? What is the difference?

Digital access codes and student access kits are simply two different names for the same thing. They can also be called textbook access codes or student access codes. They all mean the same thing.

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