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How do I redeem my Kudos Boost?

Step-by-step guide to redeeming Kudos Boost rewards. Learn how to cash out 1,000+ Boost points ($10) for PayPal or Amazon gift cards, split between both options, and what to do if you can't find your gift card or need to verify your PayPal account.

Overview

Once you've earned at least 1,000 Boost points ($10 value), you can redeem your rewards for PayPal cash or Amazon gift cards. You can choose one option or split your redemption between both.

Redemption Options

PayPal Cash

  • Rewards sent directly to your PayPal account

  • Can be transferred to your bank account or used anywhere PayPal is accepted

  • Typically processes within 48-72 hours

  • Requirements: Valid U.S. personal PayPal account in good standing linked to your Kudos account

  • Important: PayPal redemptions are final once submitted and cannot be canceled or changed

PayPal Redemption Fee

  • Kudos Premium members: Free ($0 processing fee)

  • Non-Premium members: $2.99 processing fee per redemption

💡 Premium is more than a free cash-out. Kudos Premium members also earn 1.25x the standard Boost rate on every eligible purchase, so you earn more before you ever redeem. Upgrading to Premium or purchasing a Lifetime plan waives the PayPal processing fee too.

Amazon Gift Cards

  • Delivered via email to your Kudos-registered email address from no-reply@joinkudos.com with the subject line "Kudos: Redeem Your Gift Card." Typically arrives within 48-72 hours, though occasionally it takes a bit longer. Once it arrives, the gift card can be added directly to your Amazon account.

  • To make sure your gift card email reaches your inbox, we recommend doing these steps before you redeem:

  • Add us to your contacts: Save no-reply@joinkudos.com to your address book. This is the most reliable way to prevent our emails from going to junk.

  • Mark as "Not Spam": If a Kudos email ever lands in your junk folder, open it and select "Not Spam" or "Move to Inbox" so your email provider learns to trust future emails from us.

  • Check your filters: Make sure no rules are accidentally routing emails from no-reply@joinkudos.com away from your main inbox.

Important: Gift card links expire after a set window and cannot be reissued once expired, as gift card generation and delivery are handled entirely on Amazon's end. If you don't receive your gift card within 72 hours, check your spam/junk folder right away.

What "In Review" Means

After you submit a redemption, its status shows as In review while we process it. This is the normal state for every redemption and does not mean anything is wrong with your account or your request.

Most redemptions clear this stage and are delivered within 48-72 hours. Occasionally it takes a bit longer, and PayPal payouts in particular can extend to up to 7 business days when additional verification is involved. No action is needed from you while a redemption is in review, and your Boost balance stays intact throughout.

If your Amazon gift card hasn't arrived after 72 hours, check your spam and junk folders first. If it still isn't there, or if a PayPal payout hasn't landed within 7 business days, email us at support@joinkudos.com and we'll look into it.

How to Redeem

On Web

  1. Go to Boost Rewards

  2. If you have 1,000+ Boost points, you'll see the redemption option

  3. Select Redeem Boost

  4. Choose your redemption option: PayPal, Amazon, or both

  5. If using PayPal, link your PayPal account if you haven't already

  6. Enter your redemption amounts (minimum $10 per option)

  7. Review and confirm your redemption

On Mobile App

  1. Tap the Shop tab from the main menu and tap on Redeem

  2. Select Redeem Boost

  3. Choose your redemption option: PayPal, Amazon, or both

  4. If using PayPal, link your PayPal account if you haven't already

  5. Enter your redemption amounts (minimum $10 per option)

  6. Review and confirm your redemption

Your rewards will typically process within 48-72 hours, though occasionally it takes a bit longer. You'll receive an email confirmation once complete. Heads up: PayPal redemptions can take up to 7 business days, depending on processing time.

Requirements & Limits

  • Minimum redemption: 1,000 Boost points ($10)

  • Minimum per option: $10 (each) when splitting between PayPal and Amazon

  • Maximum redemption: No limit - redeem as much as you've earned

  • Partial redemptions: Yes - you can redeem some points now and save the rest for later

Important Notes

  • Redemptions cannot be modified or canceled after they are submitted

  • PayPal redemptions require a U.S. personal PayPal account

  • A $2.99 processing fee applies to PayPal redemptions for non-Premium members; Premium members redeem for free

  • Amazon gift cards are sent from no-reply@joinkudos.com with the subject line: "Kudos: Redeem Your Gift Card"

  • If you don't receive your Amazon gift card within 72 hours, check your spam/junk folders first

  • This redemption feature is only available in the U.S. We hope to bring it to other regions soon!

About Amazon Gift Cards

Once we approve your Amazon gift card redemption:

  • The process happens automatically on Amazon's end

  • We cannot retrieve or resend an Amazon gift card

  • We cannot see the specific gift card details or code

  • Amazon handles all gift card generation and delivery

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the minimum I need to redeem?


You need at least 1,000 Boost points, which equals $10 in rewards value.

Can I split my redemption between PayPal and Amazon?


Yes. Each option requires a minimum of $10. For example, if you have 5,000 Boost ($50), you can redeem $20 to PayPal and $30 as an Amazon gift card.

Can I split my PayPal redemption between two different PayPal accounts?


No. Only one PayPal account can be linked to your Kudos account at a time, and each redemption is sent in full to that account. If you'd like to send funds to a different PayPal account, you can update the PayPal account linked to your Kudos profile before submitting your next redemption. See "How do I change the PayPal account linked to my Kudos?" below.

How long does processing take?


Both PayPal and Amazon redemptions typically process within 48-72 hours. Occasionally a redemption takes a bit longer, and PayPal payouts can extend to up to 7 business days when extra verification is involved.

My redemption says "In review." Is something wrong?


No. Every redemption passes through an "In review" state while it processes, and it clears on its own. Nothing is needed from you, and your Boost balance is safe. See "What 'In Review' Means" above for the full timeline.

Can I change or cancel my redemption after submitting?


No. Redemptions cannot be modified or canceled once submitted, including while they show as "In review." Double-check your selection and your linked PayPal email before confirming.

Do I need a PayPal account?


Yes, you'll need a valid U.S. personal PayPal account in good standing. You can sign up for free at paypal.com.

How do I change the PayPal account linked to my Kudos?

You can update your PayPal email directly from your Kudos Account Settings:

  1. Go to Account Settings at https://www.joinkudos.com/my-wallet/account-settings

  2. Navigate to the Redemption section

  3. Update your PayPal email address and save your changes

For security purposes, our support team is unable to make this change on your behalf. It must be done directly by the account owner.

Is there a fee to redeem to PayPal?

Non-Premium members are charged a $2.99 processing fee per PayPal redemption. Kudos Premium members redeem to PayPal for free.

How is the PayPal processing fee charged?

The $2.99 fee is automatically deducted from your redemption amount. There's no separate charge. For example, if you redeem $10 to PayPal, you'll receive $7.01.

Do Premium members earn more Boost, or just redeem for free?

Both. Premium members earn 1.25x the standard Boost rate on eligible purchases, and redeem to PayPal with no processing fee. Non-Premium members earn the standard rate and pay $2.99 per PayPal redemption.

I didn't receive my Amazon gift card. What should I do?

Check your spam/junk folder right away for an email from no-reply@joinkudos.com with the subject line "Kudos: Redeem Your Gift Card." To avoid this in the future, add no-reply@joinkudos.com to your contacts before you redeem, mark any Kudos emails as "Not Spam" if they land in junk, and check your email filters to make sure nothing is rerouting our emails.

If you still don't see it after 72 hours, contact support@joinkudos.com. Please note that gift card links expire after a set window and cannot be reissued once expired, as generation and delivery are handled entirely on Amazon's end.

Are there other redemption options coming?

Yes, we're working on additional redemption options! Stay tuned.

Need More Help?

Contact us at support@joinkudos.com

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