With more than 1,100 stores across the United States and a major online presence, Kohl’s is a top destination for shoppers looking for quality products without breaking the bank. There are many ways to save money at Kohl’s. The retailer is known for generously offering sale and promo codes, and joining the Kohl’s Rewards program is one of the easiest and smartest ways to save even more every time you shop at Kohl’s.
Read on for literally everything you need to know about Kohl’s Rewards.
What is the Kohl’s Rewards Program?
call reward (formerly known as Yes2You Rewards) is a free customer loyalty program that anyone can sign up to join with no purchase required. This is such a great loyalty program that we at RetailMeNot consider it one of the top 10 reward programs for shoppers.
Sign up to become a Kohl’s Rewards member online or at a Kohl’s Store to start receiving your rewards. The biggest perk is that every time you shop at Kohl’s in-store or online, you get 5% of your purchase back in the form of Kohl’s Cash. That’s $5 for every $100 you spend. Conveniently, Kohl’s tracks your purchase history and will notify you via email when you earn $5 worth of Kohl’s Cash through your Kohl’s Rewards membership. Kohl’s Cash is distributed on the 1st of every month.
In addition to the 5% discount, Kohl’s Rewards members also receive other perks, such as special birthday gifts (usually your own discount code) and member-only discounts and sales.
What is the difference between Kohl’s Cash and Kohl’s Rewards?
Kohl’s Cash is the currency you earn through the Kohl’s Rewards program. You can earn Kohl’s Cash without participating in a rewards program, but you can earn even more with a rewards program.
You’re probably already familiar with Kohl’s Cash, but to summarize: Kohl’s has special promotions at certain times of the year where you can earn a $10 Kohl’s Cash coupon for every $50 you spend at Kohl’s Online or in-person at a Kohl’s Store. These special periods typically occur about once a month. See if Kohl’s is running a Kohl’s Cash promotion. you don’t need Benefit membership to earn Kohl’s Cash. When you shop during the special period and spend at least $50, you’ll receive a physical Kohl’s Cash certificate when you check out in-store, and virtual Kohl’s Cash when you purchase online at Kohls.com, the Kohl’s app, or at a Kohl’s kiosk. Then there are selected dates on which you can use your Kohl’s cash.
call rewardMeanwhile, members receive 5% of their purchases back in the form of Kohl’s Cash, 365 days a year. To get credit for your purchases, you’ll need to prove you’re a member, which is very easy. If you are in a store, you can present your digital membership card to a sales associate or, if you are a Kohl’s cardholder, use your Kohl’s credit card to pay for your purchase, provide the phone number or email address associated with your account, or give your Kohl’s Rewards ID number. Once you earn member benefits and add them to your account, you can use them anytime within the next 30 days.
Can I earn Kohl’s Rewards and Kohl’s Cash at the same time?
yes! of brand says During a special Kohl’s Cash “Earn Event” period, members will earn $10 in Kohl’s Cash for every $50 spent on top of the daily Kohl’s Rewards they earn. However, the retailer adds, “Each time an Event Calls Cash coupon is issued, the value of the coupon reflects only the Event Calls Cash.”

How do I get Kohl’s Rewards after making a purchase?
To get Kohl’s Cash during these special promotional periods, you have to spend a certain amount to get the benefit. Meanwhile, as a Kohl’s Rewards member, no matter how much you spend at Kohl’s, you’ll always earn 5% in Kohl’s Rewards (again, not just on a particular day, but all year round). These earnings will be automatically added to your rewards balance within 48 hours of purchase. Your Kohl’s Rewards balance will then be converted and issued as $5 Kohl’s Cash on the 1st of the following month. Receive Kohl’s Rewards via email. If your Kohls.com account is linked to your Rewards account, your Kohl’s Cash will also be automatically stored in your Kohl’s wallet. These funds are valid for 30 days and then expire if not used.
How do I redeem my Kohl’s Rewards cash?
Kohl’s Rewards balances will be converted into $5 Kohl’s Cash on the 1st of the following month. Additionally, Kohl’s Cash issued in Rewards can be used for anything * (with some exceptions) in-store, online or via the Kohl’s App. You can find your Rewards cash online in your Kohl’s Wallet as long as your Kohls.com account is linked to your Rewards account or you’re logged into the app.
*Shoppers should note that Kohl’s Cash cannot be used at Sephora for Kohl’s products, for gift cards, to pay Kohl’s card bills, or to pay for services or fees, including taxes and shipping (Read all the fine print here).
Where can I check my Kohl’s Rewards balance?
This will appear on your printed receipt. You’ll receive an email each time you earn more Kohl’s Cash. Check your rewards balance with the free Kohl’s app. In fact, there are many other reasons why you should download Kohl’s app. The app stores your Kohl’s cash and coupons so you can access them anytime online or in-store. You can use the app to pay in store, and the app also acts as an in-store scanner, so you can see the price of your item after applying the coupon.

What is Cole’s birthday reward?
yes! Kohl’s Rewards members receive something special on their birthday. Usually it’s additional savings or discounts, but your situation may vary. To get Kohl’s birthday benefits, simply purchase before your birthday month.
This is in addition to all the other ways you can save at Kohl’s, including price match, Kohl’s Cash, and special sale events and discounts throughout the year.

What is the difference between Kohl’s Credit Card and Kohl’s Rewards?
Doesn’t have to be kohls credit card This is a holder for becoming a Kohl’s Rewards member. However, Kohl’s cardholders get additional perks and discounts when they shop at Kohl’s using their card (including 7.5% back in Kohl’s Rewards on every purchase with their card). You can also combine Kohl’s card discounts with Kohl’s Cash and Rewards for even more savings.
What happened to Kohl’s Yes2You Rewards?
Kohl’s ended this rewards program in 2020 and created the current Kohl’s Rewards Membership Program in its place. Anyone enrolled in the Yes2You Rewards program has had their membership automatically transferred to the new, simplified Kohl’s Rewards program.
Will Kohl’s accept expired Yes2You rewards?
no. Yes2You Rewards no longer exists. And at that time, Yes2You Rewards were only reusable for one year after being earned. That ship has long since sailed, as Kohl’s ended its Yes2You Rewards program in 2020.
How else can you save at Kohl’s?
- Take advantage of pre-call price matching (restrictions apply).
- Visit RetailMeNot to see all the best ways to save at Kohl’s.
- Schedule your next visit to a Kohl’s Cash event.
- Sign up for Kohl’s emails and stack up on coupons and shop sale events.
- If you are over 60 years old, please take advantage of the senior discount.
Can I earn Kohl’s rewards when I buy Sephora at Kohl’s?

yes! Sephora will open store-within-store locations at select Kohl’s stores in 2021 and also sell some products on Kohl’s.com.
This means you can earn Kohl’s Rewards when you purchase Sephora products through Kohl’s. When you link your Kohl’s and Sephora rewards accounts, you can earn:
- Get 5% back in call rewards.
- 1 Sephora Rewards point for every dollar spent.
It’s the best double pickle. Be sure to activate Kohl’s’ RetailMeNot cashback offer in preparation for that elusive triple bottom.
This article, “Kohl’s Rewards: Literally Everything You Need to Know” originally appeared on RetailMeNot’s The Real Deal.
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