Every day, countless customers visit Starbucks without realizing they could be collecting free drinks and snacks. Starbucks Rewards, the official loyalty program, transforms your purchases into Stars that can later be redeemed for coffee, tea, food, or even merchandise. Here’s everything you need to know to sign up, earn Stars, and maximize each visit.
👉 Go to site⭐ Ways to earn Stars
You can build Stars in several ways:
- 💵 1★ per $1 → scan your app account and pay in-store with cash, debit, credit, or a digital wallet.
- 📲 1★ per $1 → pay with a card linked to your Starbucks app.
- ☕ 2★ per $1 → pay with Starbucks balance in the app or with a registered Starbucks Card.
📌 Tip: Paying through your Starbucks balance in the app is the fastest way to double your Stars.
🎁 Rewards you can get
| ⭐ Stars required | 🎁 Reward available |
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| 25 Stars | Customizations for drinks (extra espresso, syrup, non-dairy milk) |
| 100 Stars | Freshly brewed coffee, tea, or bakery item |
| 200 Stars | Handcrafted beverage or hot breakfast option |
| 300 Stars | Salad, sandwich, or packaged coffee |
| 400 Stars | Merchandise or premium products (up to $20 value) |
📌 Reward levels may differ slightly by location, but this is the standard framework.
🎂 Extra benefits for members
Starbucks Rewards offers more than Stars alone. Members also enjoy:
- 🎂 Birthday gift → a free handcrafted drink, food, or bottled beverage on your birthday
- 🔔 Tailored offers → promotions based on your order history via the app
- ⏱️ Early access → try new menu items before the public release
- 🎉 Special events → Double Star Days and seasonal challenges to earn faster
📝 How to sign up for Starbucks Rewards
Joining is free and takes just a few minutes:
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📱 Download the official Starbucks app
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📝 Create a free account with your details
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💳 Add a payment method or load Starbucks balance
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☕ Pay with your account to start collecting Stars
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📊 Track Stars and promotions directly through the app
⏳ Expiration and key rules
- ⌛ Stars expire six months after the month they were earned
- 🏬 Participating stores → most locations accept Stars, but some licensed stores may not
- 🚫 Not eligible → alcohol, gift card purchases or reloads, service fees, and tips don’t count toward Stars
- 📦 Delivery orders (Uber Eats, DoorDash, etc.) are excluded from earning or redeeming Stars
💡 Tips to make the most of rewards
- 🔑 Turn on app notifications → stay updated on Double/Triple Star offers
- 💳 Use Starbucks balance → earn 2★ per $1 instead of 1★
- 🎁 Plan for your birthday → make at least one Star-earning purchase before your birthday to unlock the free reward
- 📊 Check the app frequently → find seasonal challenges and personalized promotions
❓ Quick FAQ
Do Starbucks gift cards earn Stars?
❌ No. Buying or reloading them doesn’t generate Stars.
Can I combine reward levels on a single item?
❌ No. Only one reward tier applies per product.
Can I redeem Stars in the drive-thru?
✅ Yes, simply scan your member code when paying.
Do members get free refills?
✅ Yes, brewed coffee and tea refills are available during the same in-store visit.