Saving every dollar counts these days, and one way to keep more money in your pocket when eating out is signing up for MyMcDonald’s — the reward program from McDonald’s, which is free to join. You just download the app and save on orders when you dine in, pick up or get delivery.
Consider This: 6 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000
Learn More: Clever Ways To Save Money That Actually Work in 2025
Unlike other rewards programs, MyMcDonald’s is pretty straightforward — for every $1 you spend, you get 100 points with which you can actually get good freebies and mega discounts.
If you love McDonalds and want to spend less hitting the drive-thru, here are five ways to maximize the app points and save.
Trending Now: Suze Orman’s Secret to a Wealthy Retirement–Have You Made This Money Move?
Don’t Forget Your Four-Digit Code
You can earn a whopping 1,500 points on your first order just by linking your credit card and buying your first purchase on the card saved to the app. You’ll receive a four digit code and before placing your order, give that code to the cashier and so you get the points.
In addition, every time before you order, select the “Earn Points” option in the app and you’ll see a four digit code on the bottom menu. You’ll start to quickly rack up points.
Check Out: 7 McDonald’s Toys Worth Way More Today
Take Advantage of New User Promotions
When you sign up, you’ll be offered deals just for new users, so take advantage. For instance, You can get a free Quarter Pounder with Cheese when you order something for $1 or more when you download the app. According to the Krazy Coupon Lady, the deals and freebies for new users rotate often, so don’t expect to see the same ones.
In addition, there will be deals exclusively for app users so don’t overlook the savings.
Understand the Four Different Level of Points
There are four levels of points, and each one unlocks different rewards: 1,500, 3,000, 4,500 and 6,000. The more points you earn, the more deals you have to choose from. However, it’s best to choose items from the 1,500 tier because that’s where the most savings are, per the Krazy Coupon Lady.
-
1,500 Points: 13 – 17% savings
-
3,000 Points: 8 – 13% savings
-
4,500 Points: 9 – 11% savings
-
6,000 Points: 8 – 11% savings
Don’t Sit on Points
It can take time to accumulate points, depending on how much you eat at McDonald’s. However, you only have a certain timeframe to use them. Users have six months to use them before the points expire.
Free Fries on Fridays
Every Friday, app users can score free medium fries at McDonald’s with a minimum purchase of a $1.00 purchase. Follow these steps to get your free fries:
-
In the app, click on the deals tab and find the Free Fries Friday deal
-
Hit the “Add Deal to Mobile Order” button
-
Pay in the app for your minimum $1.00 purchase
-
Pick up your fries via curbside, drive-thru or in store
With the cost of food still soaring, it can be tough on your wallet to eat out. However, the MyMcDonald’s app can provide real savings.
More From GOBankingRates
-
I’m a Realtor: This Is Why No One Wants To See Your Home
-
3 Things Retirees Should Stop Buying To Save Money Amid Tariffs
-
How Middle-Class Earners Are Quietly Becoming Millionaires — and How You Can, Too
-
7 Wealth-Building Shortcuts Proven To Add $1K to Your Wallet This Month
This article originally appeared on GOBankingRates.com: 5 Best Ways To Maximize Your McDonald’s App Points and Save More
