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How can I use Kudos Boost rewards without linking my credit cards?

Learn how to earn Kudos Boost rewards at partner merchants without linking credit cards through our data partner, Plaid. Activate Kudos before checkout, disable ad blockers and competing extensions to track purchases and earn cashback.

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How Can I Use Kudos Boost Rewards Without Linking My Credit Cards?

Kudos allows you to enjoy Boost rewards and certain bonuses even without linking credit cards to your Kudos Wallet. Follow the guidelines below to understand how this process works and ensure you maximize the rewards available to you.

Overview of Kudos Boost Rewards

Kudos Boost rewards provide cashback or other bonuses when you shop with partner merchants like GiftCards.com. You don’t need to link credit cards through Plaid to take advantage of this feature, but certain steps must be followed to ensure successful tracking and reward allocation.

Steps to Earn Kudos Boost Rewards Without Linking Credit Cards

  1. Activate Kudos Before Checkout - Before making a purchase, you must activate Kudos through the extension to enable tracking.

  2. Avoid Other Rewards Extensions and Programs - Ensure that no other rewards programs or extensions are active when shopping, as this might interfere with Kudos' tracking ability.

  3. Disable Ad Blockers - Ad blockers can disrupt communication needed for Kudos to track your purchase. Make sure ad blockers are turned off before proceeding.

Specific Scenario: GiftCards.com Boost Rewards

If you're shopping on GiftCards.com, you can take advantage of the Boost rewards feature without adding a credit card to your Kudos Wallet. The same steps—activating Kudos, disabling other rewards software, and turning off ad blockers—apply here to ensure that the Boost commission is successfully attributed to your account.

Exception: The $100 Kudos Kickstart+ Reward

While most Boost rewards do not require linking credit cards, the $100 Kudos Kickstart+ Reward is an exception. To qualify for this specific reward, you must add select approved cards to your Kudos Wallet.

Summary

You can fully utilize Kudos Boost rewards at partner merchants like GiftCards.com without linking your credit cards. Just ensure you activate Kudos before checkout, disable ad blockers, and avoid using competing reward programs or extensions. For certain special bonuses, like the $100 Kudos Kickstart+ Reward, adding cards to your wallet will be necessary. By following these steps, you’ll be well-equipped to make the most of Kudos Boost rewards without any hassle.

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