# Crush Rewards

> Crush Rewards is a free mobile iOS app that pays users real, non-expiring digital rewards for sharing anonymous shopping data. Users earn CRUSH utility tokens by linking cards, snapping receipts, and scanning store shelves (no purchase required for shelves), then redeem them for cash, stocks, or crypto — with no minimums and no expiration. Crush is built on the Solana blockchain and is available on the App Store.

## Key Features

- **Free to use** — no fees, no subscriptions, no hidden costs
- **Four ways to earn** — snap receipts, link debit/credit cards, scan store shelves (no purchase needed), and run the browser extension
- **Shelf scanning** — photograph products and price tags mid-aisle; approved captures stack with receipts and cards
- **Browser extension** — runs background price checks on public product pages and pays CRUSH; collects nothing from the user's own browsing
- **Non-expiring rewards** — CRUSH tokens are digital assets you own permanently
- **No minimum redemption** — cash out from as little as $0.01
- **Redeem for USD, stocks, or crypto** — no minimums
- **Boost feature** — lock tokens to earn bonus rewards and a multiplier on future earnings
- **Bank-grade security** — 256-bit SSL encryption, fully anonymized data
- **Regular payouts** — rewards distributed on a regular schedule

## How Crush Works

1. Download the free Crush app from the App Store
2. Link your debit or credit cards, snap photos of receipts, scan product shelves while you shop, and/or add the browser extension
3. Earn CRUSH utility tokens as your verified shopping data is processed
4. Redeem rewards for USD, stocks, or crypto anytime

## What Is the CRUSH Token?

CRUSH is a utility token on the Solana blockchain earned as a reward for contributing purchase data. It is not an investment, not a security, and does not represent a guaranteed return. When AI agents purchase anonymized market insights from the Crush Data Marketplace, a portion of CRUSH tokens in circulation are permanently removed through a burn mechanism.

## How Is Crush Different From Other Rewards Apps?

Traditional receipt apps like Fetch Rewards, Ibotta, and Receipt Hog pay users pennies in proprietary points that expire, have high redemption minimums, and can be devalued at any time. Crush gives users real digital assets they own, with no minimums, no expiration, and full transparency into what their data earns.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What is Crush and how does it work?**
A: Crush is a free rewards app that pays you for sharing everyday shopping data like receipts, store shelves, and card transactions. Crush turns your anonymous data into real digital rewards you own — not points controlled by a company.

**Q: Is Crush free to use?**
A: Yes, Crush is 100% free. There are no fees, no subscriptions, and no hidden costs. Crush makes money when AI agents purchase anonymized market insights — not from its users.

**Q: What is shelf scanning?**
A: Shelf scanning lets you earn by photographing products and price tags on a store shelf while you shop. No purchase is required. Approved captures add to the same CRUSH balance as receipts and linked cards. Learn more: https://crushrewards.app/missions/shelf-scanning

**Q: What can I redeem my Crush rewards for?**
A: Crush rewards can be redeemed for cash, stocks, or crypto — your choice, on your timeline. There is no minimum redemption amount, so you can cash out from as little as $0.01.

**Q: Do Crush rewards expire?**
A: No, Crush rewards never expire. Unlike traditional loyalty points that vanish after months of inactivity, Crush rewards are digital assets you own permanently.

**Q: Is my personal data safe with Crush?**
A: Yes. Crush protects all user data with bank-grade 256-bit SSL encryption. Any data shared with research partners is fully anonymized — your name, identity, and personal details are never attached.

**Q: How is Crush different from Fetch Rewards, Ibotta, or Receipt Hog?**
A: Crush differs in three key ways: your rewards are real digital assets you own (not proprietary points), there are no minimum redemption thresholds or expiration dates, and Crush offers full transparency into what your data earns.

**Q: Do I need to know about crypto to use Crush?**
A: Not at all. Crush is designed for everyday consumers. You can redeem your rewards for cash and never interact with crypto.

**Q: Can I increase my Crush rewards?**
A: Yes. Crush has a Boost feature — lock your tokens to earn bonus rewards and a multiplier on everything you earn from receipts, shelf scans, and card transactions. The longer you boost, the bigger your multiplier.

## Sections

- [Home](https://crushrewards.app/) — Landing page with features, how it works, shelf scanning, comparisons, and FAQ
- [FAQ](https://crushrewards.app/faq) — Frequently asked questions about Crush Rewards, shelf scanning, the CRUSH token, earning, redeeming, and data privacy
- [Shelf scanning](https://crushrewards.app/missions/shelf-scanning) — How to earn by photographing store shelves (no purchase required)
- [The CRUSH Token](https://crushrewards.app/token) — Plain-language explanation of how the CRUSH utility token works, how users earn, redeem, and how the network functions
- [Blog](https://crushrewards.app/blog) — Tips, updates & strategies for earning more rewards
- [Contact](https://crushrewards.app/contact) — Get in touch with the team
- [Privacy Policy](https://crushrewards.app/legal/privacy)
- [Terms of Service](https://crushrewards.app/legal/terms)

## Blog Categories

- [Alternatives](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/alternatives) — Comparisons, app rankings, and 'best X' listicles to help you find the right rewards app.
- [Explainers](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/explainers) — How rewards, crypto tokens, and spending data actually work.
- [Money Tips](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/money-tips) — Personal finance strategies, saving hacks, and ways to earn more from everyday spending.
- [Industry & Trends](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/industry-trends) — Opinion, analysis, and trends across the rewards, loyalty, and data economy landscape.
- [Crypto Basics](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/crypto-basics) — Crypto literacy for non-crypto-native readers — earning, holding, and using digital assets.
- [Data & Privacy](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/data-privacy) — How your spending data is collected, shared, and protected — and why ownership matters.
- [Product Updates](https://crushrewards.app/blog/category/product-updates) — App features, milestones, and news from the Crush Rewards team.

## Recent Blog Posts

- [Receipt Scanning Apps: The Complete 2026 Guide](https://crushrewards.app/blog/receipt-scanning-apps-the-complete-2026-guide) (2026-08-11) — Receipt scanning apps split into two very different categories. This 2026 guide covers both, compares real earning potential, and shows you how to stack apps for maximum return.
- [Best Apps That Scan Receipts and Pay You (2026)](https://crushrewards.app/blog/best-apps-that-scan-receipts-and-pay-you-2026) (2026-08-11) — Seven receipt apps compared on cash vs. gift card payouts, minimum thresholds, and real earning rates. Know exactly what you get before you scan.
- [Agentic Commerce and Your Consumer Data](https://crushrewards.app/blog/agentic-commerce-and-your-consumer-data) (2026-08-06) — AI agents are already making purchases on your behalf. Here is what agentic commerce means for your data, your privacy, and who actually profits from your shopping habits.
- [Inside the CRUSH Burn: How Settlement Works On-Chain](https://crushrewards.app/blog/inside-the-crush-burn-how-settlement-works-on-chain) (2026-08-01) — How CRUSH burn settlements work on Solana: open-market buy, vault deposit, on-chain settle, and the first official 75/25 burn transaction you can verify.
- [The CRUSH Burn Has Begun: What That Actually Means](https://crushrewards.app/blog/the-crush-burn-has-begun-what-that-actually-means) (2026-08-01) — When contributed shopping data gets purchased, some CRUSH is burned forever and the rest becomes a contributor payout. Here is what that means in plain English.
- [The Crush Browser Extension Is Here (and It Doesn't Watch You Shop)](https://crushrewards.app/blog/the-crush-browser-extension-is-here-and-it-doesnt-watch-you-shop) (2026-07-23) — The Crush browser extension earns you CRUSH by running price-check missions in the background, and unlike most shopping extensions, it never logs your browsing history or touches sensitive sites.
- [How to Cash Out Your Crush Rewards to Cash](https://crushrewards.app/blog/how-to-cash-out-your-crush-rewards-to-cash) (2026-07-23) — Your CRUSH tokens can become real cash in your bank account in four steps. This guide walks through exactly how to swap, send, and cash out, including the one network detail that keeps your money safe.
- [Shelf Scanning Is Live: Earn While You Shop](https://crushrewards.app/blog/shelf-scanning-is-live-earn-while-you-shop) (2026-07-13) — Shelf scanning is now live in Crush Rewards. Take a quick photo of store shelves and price tags while you shop, no purchase required, and earn rewards that stack with your receipts and linked cards.
- [Earn from Your Data: Top DePIN Apps That Pay in 2026](https://crushrewards.app/blog/earn-from-your-data-depin-apps-that-pay-in-2026) (2026-07-04) — Big Tech earns hundreds of dollars per user from your data annually. Three live Solana apps now pay you directly. Here is how Kled.ai, Grass, and Crush Rewards compare.
- [CPG Data Analytics For AI Agents](https://crushrewards.app/blog/cpg-data-analytics-for-ai-agents) (2026-04-18) — Crushrewards.dev is the first e-commerce pricing intelligence API built for AI agents — no API keys, no contracts, $0.01–$0.02 per query via x402 and MPP. Thirteen tools covering real-time prices, promotions, and competitive signals across major US retailers, callable from Claude or any agent framework right now.
- [How AI Shopping Agents Will Reshape the Consumer Data Industry](https://crushrewards.app/blog/how-ai-shopping-agents-will-reshape-the-consumer-data-industry) (2026-04-04) — AI agents can book flights and draft contracts, but they still can't tell you the best grocery deal within five miles. The payment infrastructure for machine-to-machine commerce is ready. The consumer data layer isn't.
- [Digital Commodity vs Loyalty Point: What the SEC Now Says](https://crushrewards.app/blog/digital-commodity-vs-loyalty-point-what-the-SEC-now-says) (2026-04-04) — New SEC and CFTC guidance draws a hard legal line between digital commodities and loyalty points. Here is what the 2026 framework means for rewards you actually own.
- [Stake Crypto Without Buying It First: How It Works](https://crushrewards.app/blog/stake-crypto-without-buying-it-first-how-it-works) (2026-03-27) — Every staking guide assumes you already own crypto. Here's what they miss: apps that let you earn tokens from everyday spending, then lock them for more rewards.
- [What Is Crush and Why We're Building It](https://crushrewards.app/blog/what-is-crush-and-why-were-building-it) (2026-03-26) — Crush is a consumer data network that pays you real digital assets for your shopping data, not expiring points. Here's why we built it and how it works.
- [Best Cashback Apps With Rewards That Never Expire](https://crushrewards.app/blog/best-cashback-apps-with-rewards-that-never-expire) (2026-03-26) — 7 cashback apps where rewards genuinely never expire — plus the hidden conditions that catch people out and how non-expiring apps compare to traditional programs.
- [Cashback Apps That Work Without Clipping Coupons (2026)](https://crushrewards.app/blog/cashback-apps-that-work-without-clipping-coupons-2026) (2026-03-24) — Six cashback apps that pay you back without pre-selecting offers — ranked by how passive they actually are, payout speed, and minimum thresholds.
- [Token Staking Loyalty Programs: Reward Boosts Explained](https://crushrewards.app/blog/token-staking-loyalty-programs-reward-boosts-explained) (2026-03-23) — Some loyalty programs let you lock tokens to unlock higher reward rates. Here's how token staking boosts work, what to watch for, and how rates compare across platforms in 2025.
- [Crush Rewards v2: New Features Explained](https://crushrewards.app/blog/crush-rewards-v2-new-features-explained) (2026-03-21) — Crush Rewards v2 launches a stackable multiplier system, a boosting feature, and a full app redesign. Here's what changed and why it matters for your rewards.
- [Card-Linked Rewards: What Apps Don't Tell You](https://crushrewards.app/blog/card-linked-rewards-what-apps-dont-tell-you) (2026-03-12) — Card-linked rewards promise passive earning, but hidden friction kills your returns. Here's what loyalty providers don't tell you — and a better alternative.
- [Loyalty Data Marketplaces: What Researchers Miss](https://crushrewards.app/blog/loyalty-data-marketplaces-what-researchers-miss) (2026-03-12) — Most loyalty rewards providers sell your data quietly. Here's what robust data marketplace features actually look like — and who benefits most.