I’m what you might call a Shopkick expert. Earning a free gift card every month? That’s just part of my routine. I usually cash them in for Starbucks treats or combine them with other store rewards for even more savings. Right now, I’m saving up for a Best Buy gift card for someone special.
But here’s the thing: while most people know the basics of Shopkick — shop, get kicks, earn rewards — not everyone knows how to use the app to its fullest. So, I’m here to break it down. Below are the tips, tricks, and best practices for earning more kicks the right way.
Start with the Basics
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First, download the Shopkick app and set up your account
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Next, turn on Bluetooth and notifications so you never miss a kick opportunity
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In addition, open the app daily to catch new products and updated kick offers
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Lastly, update your app regularly to make sure you have the latest features
How to Earn Kicks In-Store
Once your app is up-to-date and your settings are on, you’re ready to earn kicks every time you head to the store. Here’s how:
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Walk into a participating store with the app open and Bluetooth on
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Then, scan featured products in the app
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After that, buy eligible products and submit your receipt
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Finally, link your retailer accounts with Walmart, Target, and more to earn automatically
Pro Tip: Try to complete all four on one shopping trip. That way, you can maximize your earnings.
How to Earn Kicks from the App (Without Leaving Home)
Shopkick isn’t just for in-store shopping — there are tons of ways to earn kicks from home too:
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To start, watch short videos to learn about new products
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Next, tap the Discover tab for surprise kicks and daily bonuses
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Also, shop online through the app at partnered retailers
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Lastly, invite friends and earn bonus kicks after they shop
Bonus Tip: I often load my cart on desktop, then, open Shopkick and complete the purchase through the app to ensure I earn kicks.
How to Earn Kicks the Right Way
To keep things fair — and to protect your ability to earn gift cards — follow these best practices:
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Always scan in-store only. You must be physically in the store, scanning the actual product on the shelf
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Also, stick to one account per person. Don’t sign up for multiple accounts — Shopkick monitors for suspicious activity
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Furthermore, keep your account secure. Don’t share your mobile number or login credentials
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Finally, invite (and shop with) friends. Shopkick is more fun — and more rewarding — when you do it together
Final Thoughts
That’s everything I know about how to earn kicks on Shopkick — and I’ve earned a lot. If you have tips too, share them with us on social. And don’t forget, if you’re not already following Shopkick on Facebook or Instagram, now’s the time — you’ll find inspiration, special offers, and maybe a few surprises.
Happy Shopkicking!
