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Overview

Rakuten has a rating of 2.7 stars from 2,123 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Rakuten most frequently mention credit card, referral bonus, and family member problems. Rakuten ranks 4th among Cash Back sites.

  • Service
    186
  • Value
    150
  • Returns
    63
  • Quality
    120

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Positive reviews (last 12 months): 13.3%
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Top Positive Review

“Amazing Rakuten! Thanks so much Susan!”

Tetiana K.
5/7/24

Rakuten team are the best service I've come across in the US. We are refugees from Ukraine and we are very grateful to Rakuten for such joy as excellent service, impeccable work, patience, respect for the client and professionalism. I will be happy to buy everything only through the Rakuten service. This is a great savings and a great pleasure to know them! Thank you Susan!

Top Critical Review

“Dishonest and unreliable”

J W.
5/21/24

They boast a 25% cashback if I buy something from Temu, which I did. I was sure the system activated this cashback just before purchase. However, they never sent me this cashback, despite my multiple attempts to claim it. First they tried to play stupid by simply repeating the info I already submitted a few times, then they didn't even bother to reply in the end. I will let both Temu and other customers know how dishonest and unreliable they are.

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Thumbnail of user theresao39
Texas
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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August 6th, 2020

I Tried to use my account and they closed it and I am not sure why. Customer service has yet to get back to me on why it was closed. Plus they also owed me cash back money and they never paid me. I will never use them again

Thumbnail of user tahliab
California
1 review
2 helpful votes
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December 27th, 2014
Verified purchase

I had made a purchase from Macy's.com during Cyber Monday and hadn't received my cash back. I put in a ticket with eBates and, as usual, they credited my account immediately; however, it was for the current cash back rate and not the promotional rate that was offered at the time of my order. Within 24 hours I was contacted and after a few emails back and forth, they adjusted my account to reflect the higher cash back amount.

Thumbnail of user heathers157
Arkansas
1 review
8 helpful votes
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May 1st, 2017

I think they cheat people out of what they say they're giving back. They say you have X amount of cash back, but they show you a check amount on a certain date and it will be much less than X amount and they tell you it rolls over, (the difference) but, I don't think it does.

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California
1 review
0 helpful votes
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June 14th, 2016
Verified purchase

I had quite a few transactions that didn't register cash back and emailed customer service. Not only did they give me cash back for those purchases, they even gave me cash back for transactions that wouldn't have applied originally. It was a very quick and easy process just through a couple of email exchanges. I am very pleased with Ebates and their customer service.

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Thumbnail of user christyk6
Texas
1 review
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July 22nd, 2015
Verified purchase

Customer service went above and beyond helping me with my issue! They were prompt in responding. I had issues with payments and they were able to access my account in order to confirm the issue. They offered to reissue payment.

Thumbnail of user donnam194
Alabama
1 review
0 helpful votes
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April 3rd, 2017
Verified purchase

Everybody loves cash back! Ebates offers cash back but just as important they ALWAYS give outstanding customer service. Shopping with Ebates is a happy and perfect shopping experience. The site is easy to navigate and you can find anything you want at the stores they have. It's a seamless and perfect shopping expearience everytime. You won't be disappointed!

Thumbnail of user missyr5
Pennsylvania
8 reviews
2 helpful votes
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January 29th, 2015
Verified purchase

While Ebates responded to my initial email quickly, it took my persistent emails to get a solution to my problem. I am fully satisfied with the outcome of my problem and will continue to use Ebates and suggest it to my friends..

Thumbnail of user sadied1
Massachusetts
1 review
0 helpful votes
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January 30th, 2015
Verified purchase

Love this site! Love the Ebates toolbar that automatically alerts you and asks you if you want to activate Ebates and even lets you know what the discount shopping codes are for that site. I shop and earn extra dollars just for shopping where I would typically shop. Refer a friend and earn more dollars!

Thumbnail of user martinb68
New York
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December 8th, 2014
Verified purchase

Excellent customer service, as soon as I apprised them that i had not yet received word from them to expect an almost $10 rebate from Macy*s, I received a reply, saying that they had contacted them on my behalf and already issued that rebate. On my behalf. Marty b.

Thumbnail of user vanshulc
Minnesota
1 review
3 helpful votes
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December 6th, 2016

I referred 3 friends last week and all have made qualifying purchases. Yesterday my account balance was 79.85( 75 for 3 friends and my cashback) and today I can see bonus is reduced to 29.85. When I see my referral status, 2 friends are moved back to signed state from qualified state. When I checked with my friends, even their joining bonus of $10 got removed suddenly. Please could you check. My email id is *******@gmail.com.

Thumbnail of user sheilas20
Kentucky
1 review
1 helpful vote
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March 1st, 2015
Verified purchase

I recently tried to book a vacation through Ebates, however I had forgotten my password and after several failed attempts, I was unable to do so. I had to go ahead and book my vacation. I contacted customer service and explained my situation. They reset my password and went above and beyond to make sure I got my ebates cash back! WOW! I think they have great customer service! They stayed in constant contact with me and solved my situation in a timely manner! Thanks Ebates for a great experience!

Thumbnail of user valerieo26
Pennsylvania
1 review
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April 24th, 2019
Verified purchase

I don't really use it because I don't really shop at the stores on the list. It takes a long time to get even $5.00. And it expires with in a month of earning it... it's just weird... and kind of like having a second job.

Thumbnail of user brendaw5
Missouri
2 reviews
5 helpful votes
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January 28th, 2011

Love this site- I get money back quarterly for purchases I normally make online. If you do a lot of online shopping this site will earn you some cash back. Earn a percentage of you purchase back each quarter, then they send you a check!

Thumbnail of user marthah20
Florida
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
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September 22nd, 2014
Verified purchase

I needed help with getting a coupon to work and Ebates responded quickly and with helpful information to my email request that allowed me to use the coupon. I appreciate the assistance and the quick response.

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Thumbnail of user deej11
Georgia
1 review
5 helpful votes
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September 13th, 2013

Read the rip off reports before you use this site! I purchased through there site and they say I did not. I should have read there reviews before I used them. Many complaints from many people. RIP OFF!

Thumbnail of user zacht22
California
1 review
1 helpful vote
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February 25th, 2019
Verified purchase

Button reminds me to get cash back when I shop on my computer, app is great for cash back on Lyft (just a little but it adds up). Searching for products is actually pretty good, helps me find the lowest price with cash back, especially if you have the SKU handy.

Thumbnail of user jackl767
California
1 review
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January 5th, 2022
Verified purchase

I had trouble finding whether I had cashed my "Big Fat Check" and Member Services was extremely responsive, even finding a copy of the cashed check, front and back, and providing it to me within hours - and on the weekend. That was exceptional service!

Thumbnail of user margareth252
Colorado
1 review
0 helpful votes
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June 10th, 2019
Verified purchase

I received an email from Rakuten advising me of a good deal at one of my favorite stores. I made a purchase and received a 6% rebate on this purchase which I made because of the notification from Rakuten.

Thumbnail of user ronaldb113
Arkansas
1 review
1 helpful vote
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November 26th, 2017
Verified purchase

All I can say is WOW! Thank you, I did not expect that. I am very excited to promote Ebates to as many people as I can. I also want to say that your customer service is excellent. I did not expect responses in the middle of the night. Your company is GREAT!. 10 Stars.

Thumbnail of user katherinel95
Texas
4 reviews
1 helpful vote
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January 7th, 2019

This does not require me to actually go to their website and choose a company to buy from. If I visit a site they offer rebates on it automatically pops up. You do have to understand that if you go out and do not purchase anything and then sign back in to purchase items you have placed in your cart, that it may not record that purchase. I have been getting rebates from this site for over 10yrs.

Thumbnail of user stephenb462
Pennsylvania
1 review
1 helpful vote
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June 7th, 2019
Verified purchase

I called customer service to check on an order I placed the day before and I have a discount code to apply. On hold for 10 minutes and took the option for Rakuten to call back. Rakuten did not call back until 2 days later which the coupon already expired. Was not able to use the coupon due to poor response time. Wish you guys could improve the callback time to less than 48 hours

Thumbnail of user vk80
California
1 review
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January 1st, 2022

I purchased a laptop from Dell via Rakuten cash back referral website in November and didn't see the cash back recorded in my Rakuten account after a week. I contacted Rakuten and immediately received a response. Rakuten researched the missing cash back and credited the missing cash back. Customer service and email response are quick and on point. Just be patient. I trusted Ebates and trust Rakuten even more after it took over Ebates.

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Thumbnail of user kellyj55
Maryland
1 review
0 helpful votes
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March 23rd, 2016
Verified purchase

Just worked through an issue with ebates and it was resolved quickly and correctly. Such a great website. I do not know why everyone does not use it. I have been a member for years and have never had a problem until this month and it wasn't "a problem" just an issue and it was resolved quickly with great communications. No wonder they are still around!

Thumbnail of user karolm22
Poland
1 review
3 helpful votes
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May 16th, 2020

Huge disappointment. Rakuten tempt everyone with their referral programs, but all that is a bad joke. I referred my wife and they have revoked the bonuses and blocked the accounts stating that they were made by same person. I can understand that they need to protect themselves from multiaccounts frauds. Problem is that they did not even gave me a chance to prove that account was made by my wife and customer service was completely ignorant and unpleasant. On top of that they gave a point from terms and conditions that they can remove the bonus at anytime for any reason or no reason! This is just ridiculous. Do not use the service just to spare yourself nerves and dissapintment.

Thumbnail of user pennyw64
Ohio
1 review
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July 31st, 2019
Verified purchase

I do feel that Rakuten offers a great value to shoppers. I would like to be better informed when I make a purchase whether it is qualified for a refund an how much. It is difficult to know whether to make a particular purchase.

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Rakuten is the new Ebates! Rakuten is the premier Cash Back shopping site that pays you. Join today and start earning Cash Back at your favorite stores. How does it work? We pay members Cash Back when they shop at over 2,500 stores, plus find them the best deals and coupons. With over 12 million members and $1 billion in Cash Back paid out, Rakuten is the easiest and most rewarding way to shop. Become a member today and start shopping smarter. Follow us for the latest sales, member-exclusive offers and more.

Business History

Ebates is the pioneer and leader of online Cash Back Shopping. The company was founded in 1998 by two Deputy District Attorneys in Silicon Valley who used to prosecute online fraud & identity theft before starting Ebates (so you can be sure we are very into secure online transactions!). So go ahead, sign up and start shopping now. Joining Ebates is always free - you'll never pay us anything. And four times a year or more, we'll mail you a Big Fat Check, or transfer the money to your PayPal account if you'd prefer. We can even send the money to your favorite charity. All 100% free.

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