The Shopping feature in the Mode Earn App lets eligible U.S. users earn points for qualifying purchases. This article focuses specifically on Receipt Scanning.
To learn about our Cash Back feature, click here: Cashback in the Mode Earn App.
🧾 What Is Receipt Scanning?
Receipt Scanning allows you to earn points by purchasing specific eligible products in-store and uploading your receipt for verification.
Only items listed in the app at the time of purchase qualify. Offers change regularly, so always check the app before buying.
📍 Where to Find Receipt Scanning
Open the Mode Earn App
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Tap the Shopping card on the Home screen
You’ll land on the Receipt Scanning tab by default
If Shopping is not visible, the feature may not yet be available for your account or region.
🛒 How Receipt Scanning Works
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Browse Offers
View available receipt offers (specific items, brands, quantities, and stores)
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Add to Shopping List (Optional)
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Tap Add to list so you can track planned purchases
Access your list via the shopping cart icon
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Make Your Purchase
Buy the exact item(s) listed in the offer
Purchase must be from an eligible store
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Upload Your Receipt
Tap Upload Receipt or Earn X Points
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Select the store
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Select which offer items appear on the receipt
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Upload clear photos of your receipt
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Submit for Review
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Your receipt enters a pending review state
Review typically takes 4–10 days
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If approved, points appear in your earning history as “Receipt Scanning Reward.”
✅ What Makes a Receipt Valid
To be approved, your receipt must:
Be from an eligible store
Clearly show the exact item(s) required by the offer
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Display:
Store name or logo
Purchase date
Item list
Total amount paid
Be fully visible and readable (multiple photos allowed for long receipts)
📸 Tips for Taking Good Receipt Photos
Lay the receipt flat on a solid surface
Use good lighting (avoid glare and shadows)
Keep fingers, folds, and wrinkles out of the image
Ensure text is sharp and readable
Review photos before submitting and retake if blurry
⏳ Processing Time & Rewards
Receipts go into pending review after submission
Automated and manual checks take up to 10 days
Approved receipts award points automatically
❌ Why a Receipt May Be Rejected
Common reasons include:
Blurry, dark, or incomplete photos
Store not eligible
Item does not match the offer (brand, size, quantity)
Duplicate or altered receipts
Edited or cropped images
⚠️ Do not edit receipt images — this can cause automatic rejection.
🔄 What If My Receipt Is Rejected?
If you believe your receipt was rejected in error:
Open the receipt details page
Select Request Manual Review
Provide helpful details (store, date, items purchased)
🔐 Privacy & Data Security
Receipt data is used only to verify purchases.
Images are securely stored and processed
Data is not shared publicly
You may request deletion after review is complete