A program that grants points for using Bing search, which users can redeem for gift cards, sweepstakes entries, or charitable donations.
To redeem Microsoft Rewards points:
- Sign in to the Rewards site and choose the reward to redeem.
- If verification is required, use one of the supported verification methods.
For the current issue:
- Use Verify with the Bing app on the Rewards redemption page.
- Scan the QR code with a mobile device.
- Enter the 6-digit verification code after scanning.
- Return to the original redemption screen and complete the redemption.
Important details:
- The QR code option appears only when all of these are true:
- redeeming a reward and prompted to verify the account
- using a web browser on a PC or mobile device
- the reward is not set up for Auto-redeem
- The QR code option does not appear when redeeming inside the Bing app.
- QR code verification may not be available in some countries or regions.
- For Rewards redemption, a mobile phone or landline number is supported for SMS verification. VoIP numbers are not permitted.
- If too many incorrect phone verification attempts were made, it is necessary to wait 48 hours before trying again.
- A phone number can be associated with up to 6 accounts per household for Microsoft Rewards.
- Rewards must be redeemed in the same region as the Microsoft account. Do not use a VPN or proxy.
If the QR flow is opening incorrectly or not completing, try these steps:
- Update the browser and operating system.
- Clear browser cache and cookies.
- Temporarily turn off VPNs, proxies, or third-party security software.
- Try a different browser, device, or network.
- Make sure redemption is being started from the Rewards website in a browser, not inside the Bing app.
If SMS verification is being used instead of QR:
- Confirm the code entered matches the code sent to the phone.
- Use a different non-VoIP mobile or landline number if the current number has already been used on too many Rewards accounts.
- If currently traveling or appearing to be in another region, wait until back in the home country or region before redeeming.
If none of the steps resolve it, submit a request to Microsoft Rewards Support.