How does Ibotta work? A Step-By-Step Guide for the App

Using the Ibotta app to save cash can be done with four easy steps! Check out this step-by-step guide before making your first purchase:

Step 1: Download the Ibotta app and complete registration

Step 2: Add offers through Ibotta, then go shopping at a supported retailer

Step 3: Redeem eligible offers in-store or online (see submission options below)

Step 4: Get cash back!

There are three submission options: 

Loyalty Account Submission (In-store or Online)

When you link your loyalty account, you’ll get cash without submitting a receipt Ibotta does the work for you by matching your purchases to offers in the app. No photo necessary! 

1. Link your loyalty account
2. Check out our article on how to redeem offers with a loyalty account and remember to add (+) offers to Your Retailer List prior to shopping

• Savers will automatically receive cash back for successful redemptions 

Manual Receipt Submission (In-store)

1. Add (+) offers to Your Retailer List prior to shopping
2. In the Ibotta app, visit the Redeem section at the bottom of the screen
3. Search for and select the retailer you shopped at
4. If prompted, select upload receipt
5. Take clear photos of your receipt and select any eligible offers from Your Retailer List

• Some of our supported retailers may require you to scan a QR code or receipt barcode in order to redeem your offers
• Only valid for in-store purchases at brick-and-mortar locations, including some bars and restaurants
• Savers will receive cash back for successful redemptions
• Pro Tip: Check out our requirements for manual receipt submission

Online Shopping or Online Grocery Submission (Online)

1. Check out our article on how to redeem Online Shopping offers before making your first purchase 
2. Click the teal Shop icon to process your transaction through a supported retailer

• Only valid for transactions made by clicking the teal Shop icon prior to purchase
• Savers will receive cash back  for successful redemptions 

Ready to withdraw your earnings? See: What are the different ways to withdraw my earnings?

Looking for Ibotta Help, but Faster?

Every day our savers find fast assistance in the Ibotta Community. Check it out to see if your question might be answered more immediately by other Ibotta users. Search your topic or log in to leave a question for the Community. Replies typically come through in a few hours or less! 

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