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You can earn

£25

Cash

New Rakuten users get a £25 bonus when making their first purchase of £50 or more through the platform. Shop at hundreds of retailers and earn cashback.

Complete in
5 mins
Payout
After first purchase
Difficulty
Easy Peasy
Availability
Live

The short answer

What you do
Sign up to Rakuten via referral link
When you get paid
After first purchase
Main catch
Deposit or spend neededRequires £50 minimum spend. Bonus paid after the purchase is confirmed.

Eligibility, full steps and terms are further down this page.

What you actually get: cash

Paid straight to you as money.

How to redeem
Lands in the bank account you sign up with - nothing to redeem.
Validity
No expiry once paid.
Can you cash it out?
Yes — it is real money
Verified by SmartPiggyLast checked 6 weeks ago · SmartPiggy teamHow we test

Refer-a-friend details

You get
£25 bonus cashback
Qualifying action
Spend £50 through Rakuten

Source: My Side Gig — All UK Refer a Friend Offers · last checked 2026-08-27

Get paid in 4 steps

Follow these in order. Skipping a step is the #1 reason rewards don't track.

Step 1: Sign up to Rakuten via referral link

Head to Rakuten via the SmartPiggy link so your £25 bonus is tracked. Use a fresh email if you've signed up before.

Step 2: Browse retailers and find a deal

Step 2 of 4 — the sooner you complete it, the faster your reward tracks.

Step 3: Make a purchase of £50 or more

Step 3 of 4 — the sooner you complete it, the faster your reward tracks.

Step 4: £25 bonus paid after purchase confirms

You'll need a photo ID (passport or driving licence) and a selfie. Usually approved in under 5 minutes.

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Rakuten — £25 bonus cashback on first purchase

Requires £50 minimum spend. Bonus paid after the purchase is confirmed.

Am I eligible?

We haven't recorded eligibility criteria for this offer yet. Check the provider's own terms before you start.

Insider tips

  • Complete the whole flow in one sitting — leaving it half-done is the top reason £25 bonuses fail to track.
  • Take screenshots of each step in case you need to raise a support ticket later.
  • Add a calendar reminder for the qualifying deadline so you don't miss it.
  • Disable browser extensions and VPNs before clicking through — they break cashback tracking.

Reward type

After first purchase

Time to complete

5 mins

Withdraw via

Bank transfer, PayPal

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About the provider

Rakuten

£25 bonus cashback on first purchase

Cashback platform earning rewards on everyday shopping at hundreds of retailers.

Safety

Established global cashback platform.

Fees

Free to join.

Devices

Web · iOS · Android

Category

Cashback

What we like

  • £25 bonus on first purchase
  • Wide retailer network
  • Free to join

Watch out for

  • Requires £50 spend
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Community codes

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FAQs

How long until I actually get the money?+

Payout timing isn't confirmed for this offer yet — check the provider's own terms before you start. Sign up via referral link, make a purchase of £50+, receive £25 bonus after confirmation.

Is this safe? Will it hurt my credit score?+

Established global cashback platform. This offer doesn't involve a credit check.

What are the fees?+

Free to join.

Can I close the account after I get the bonus?+

Yes — once the reward has cleared and any minimum holding period has passed, you're free to close the account. We recommend waiting at least 30 days after the bonus lands to be safe.

What if the reward doesn't track?+

Contact Rakuten support first with your sign-up date and screenshots. If you're still stuck, ping the SmartPiggy team and we'll help chase it up.

The small print

SmartPiggy may earn a commission when you claim this offer — it costs you nothing and helps keep our reviews free (affiliate disclosure). Rewards, timings and eligibility are set by Rakuten. Always read the provider's full T&Cs before you sign up. When it comes to money, your capital may be at risk. See our editorial policy for how we score and re-check offers.

Last checked 6 weeks ago by SmartPiggy team.

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You get

£25