Microsoft believes that you can and should get more value out of the searches you perform every day, and they want to bring this value to as many of their users around the world as possible. And now they are announcing the expansion of Microsoft Rewards.

As of today, users in Japan and 40+ countries in Europe and other parts of the world* are able to earn Microsoft Rewards points simply by searching on Microsoft Bing. In 6 of these markets** users are also able to earn points by making purchases on Microsoft Store.

In all of these markets, points can be redeemed for a variety of rewards, such as gift cards for geographically-relevant retailers. Users also have the option to donate Rewards points to nonprofit organizations, making it a free and fun way to reward yourself and make a difference.

How to earn Microsoft Rewards points

It’s easy to rack up Microsoft Rewards points and earn your way toward great rewards like gift cards, movies, games, nonprofit donations, and more. Stay signed in with your Microsoft account and you’ll earn points for doing the things you already do. Here are some of the ways you can earn Microsoft Rewards points:

• Search with Bing (level up faster by searching with Bing on Microsoft Edge).
• Search the web through the search box on the taskbar on your Windows 10 device.
• Buy stuff from Microsoft Store online (from your mobile device, on Xbox One, in the Microsoft Store app on your Windows 10/11 or Windows 8.1 device, or via the web).
• Use Cortana to search with Bing.*
• Explore the earn page and the points breakdown page. Opportunities to earn points, like taking quizzes or playing trivia games, are updated daily, so check in often!

• Play selected games or complete selected quests on Xbox One. Launch the Rewards app to get started. For more info, see Earn rewards on Xbox.

To earn points by searching with Bing on your mobile device, set Bing as your default search engine, use the Bing app, or use the Microsoft Launcher for Android app. Or earn even more points with the Microsoft Edge app. (Not all mobile rewards earning methods are available in all regions.)

Microsoft Rewards points don’t have any cash value. It usually takes about 5,000 points to redeem something worth $5.

Microsoft Rewards points will expire if there are no earning activities within 18 months.

How to earn Microsoft Rewards on mobile

There are a couple of ways you can earn points on the go. If you have an Android device, you can install Microsoft Launcher for quick access to your dashboard. On any mobile device, search in the Bing app or make purchases from Microsoft Store to earn Rewards points. Just make sure you’re signed into your Microsoft account as you do so.

If you’re in one of these markets and haven’t joined Microsoft Rewards yet – start earning points now!