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12/14/25
I've already received $35 INSTANT, Earned 17 Gifts From Lemon8! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/lemon8
Lemon8 is taking Referral World by storm right now. Since going viral late last night, I've already received a $10 and $25 gift card (I chose Amazon from the many they offered) by referring new users, and also earned 17 surprise boxes which I can open in a few days (prizes include iPhones, Nintendo Switch, and more).
Don't miss out on this one. It's new, INSTANT, and PAYING. This is what Referral World is all about!
Easy step-by-step instructions and info in my featured post here.
12/13/25
Lemon8 Launches New INSTANT Referral Bonuses + Sweepstakes [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/lemon8
Lemon8, a lifestyle social app tied directly to TikTok’s ecosystem, has rolled out a new referral promotion alongside a separate sweepstakes event. Since signing up a few hours ago, I've already been paid INSTANT.
Invite one brand-new user and earn an instant $10 Amazon gift card. After completing that tier, Lemon8 unlocks a new invite link that allows you to work toward a $25 gift card, followed by another unlock for a $100 gift card. Each tier must be completed in order. Existing users do not trigger gift cards; instead, they generate surprise boxes tied to prize drawings.
Separately, Lemon8 is running its “Million-in-Air” sweepstakes with daily drawings for gift cards, electronics, and other prizes. Entries reset daily and are chance-based.
This promotion is U.S. only, requires users to be 18+, and a TikTok account must be linked to Lemon8 to participate. VPN use is prohibited.
I’m actively testing this and will update once the referral counts required for the $25 and $100 tiers are fully confirmed. More info here
Easy Paying Referral Apps Is Back, $150 in Cash Giveaways! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/giveaways
The original Easy Paying Referral Apps Facebook group has been officially restored after Facebook shut it down a few weeks ago and reversed its decision today. To mark the return, three separate $50 cash giveaways are now live, totaling $150 in prizes.
Two of the giveaways are tied to upcoming membership milestones in the newer sibling groups:
$50 will be awarded when Easy Paying Referral Apps 2 reaches 2,000 members
$50 will be awarded when Easy Paying Referral Apps 3 reaches 2,000 members
In addition, a third $50 giveaway will be awarded to celebrate Easy Paying Referral Apps' return. That drawing is scheduled for next Saturday, 12/20. To be eligible for this specific prize, you must be a member of all three Easy Paying Referral Apps groups at the time of the drawing.
How to Enter:
Make at least one legitimate referral-related post in each group
Invite at least one other person to each group
For each group, the member who invites the most people using Facebook’s built-in Invite feature will receive five bonus entries for that group’s drawing.
You can win one, two, or all three prizes, as long as you meet the entry requirements for each drawing.
Winner Selection and Terms:
Winners are selected at random
Open to U.S. residents only, ages 18 and up
Winners are announced publicly and contacted through Facebook
Winners must respond within 24 hours, or a new winner will be selected
Void where prohibited
Meta is not affiliated with or responsible for the promotion
Full entry details, updates, and winner announcements can be found here.
Kraken Bonus Capital One Shopping Stack! [Ends 12/16; US, CAN]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/kraken2 - invite code rpzzdpgs
Yesterday, I shared how Kraken’s $125 holiday signup bonus can be combined with Rakuten for up to $300 total in signup bonuses. Today, I’ve confirmed that there is a better option for some when stacking Kraken's $125 offer with Capital One Shopping's increased $250 email offer.
Kraken’s base offer remains the same. New users can earn $125 in Bitcoin after opening an account (invite code rpzzdpgs), depositing $300, and completing a $300 crypto trade. The qualifying trade cannot be a stablecoin. The bonus typically posts within about 14 days after the trade settles, although some users report short holds before withdrawals are available.
The Rakuten route I shared yesterday is still valid and remains the best option if you do not qualify for the Capital One Shopping offer. With Rakuten, you can earn the $125 Kraken bonus, $125 in Rakuten cash back, which is currently increased from the usual $50, and an additional $50 Rakuten signup bonus if you are new. Rakuten activity usually shows as pending within two to three days, with payouts available via instant gift cards or quarterly PayPal, Venmo, Bilt, or AMEX Rewards payouts.
However, if you use Capital One Shopping and receive a targeted email titled “Kraken Offer: Activate $250 Rewards,” this option pays more. When combined with the $125 Kraken bonus, the Capital One Shopping cash back brings the total to $375. If you are also new to Capital One Shopping, you can earn an additional $80 signup bonus, bringing the total to $455.
Capital One Shopping rewards typically appear as pending within a few days. Based on current reports, gift card redemptions become available in about 30 days. This offer is targeted, so not everyone will receive the email. If you do not see it, Rakuten remains the best alternative.
As with the Rakuten path, you can sell your crypto once the trade settles. Some users report a 72-hour hold, while others see holds closer to seven days. Results vary.
It’s also worth noting that the $125 Kraken holiday bonus does not pay referral commissions, but it is the simplest version to trigger. After signing up, Kraken offers separate referral programs that pay up to $75 or $150 per referral when higher deposit and trade thresholds are met, which are independent of the holiday bonus.
If you already have Capital One Shopping, it’s worth checking your email before starting the Rakuten path. If the $250 offer is there, it is the higher-paying option.
Step-by-step instructions to stacking the Capital One Shopping and Kraken bonuses here. Instructions to stack with Rakuten here.
My All-Time Top-Earning App: Now $40K Received (and Counting)! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/moneylion - code $55BONUS
I hit another huge milestone today: $470 received tonight, bringing my total earnings to $40,020. I can't thank you enough if you signed up through me! And that's not the only great news...
The app I'm speaking of, of course, is Moneylion, a popular banking app. Right now, they're running their famous "Holiday Referral Rush" promo, which gives new members $10 just for using a referral link to sign up and open a free checking account. ZERO spend or deposit requirement, and you can earn unlimited $10-$60 referral bonuses through 11/21. The extra $50 comes from a deposit bonus, where you (and your referrals) can earn $50 by making a qualifying deposit/ACH transfer of $100 or more. This can be done via direct deposit from an employer, as well as through popular gig apps like DoorDash Driver or Instacart Shopper. This can also be easily triggered via an ACH transfer from Current or Found apps.
On top of all this, Moneylion is running a daily $2K giveaway with easy entry: members need to just open the app once a day and enter the drawing via the giveaway pop-up, and you can receive two extra entries each day by liking and commenting on their related daily blog post.
For more information on all of these promos, see my featured post here.
12/12/25
Kraken: Stack the Bonuses to Earn up to $300! [US, CAN]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/kraken - invite code rpzzdpgs
Kraken is offering an incredible $125 holiday signup promo right now, and what makes this Kraken offer so great is that you can stack the offer with increased cashback promos from Rakuten. You can earn $125 from Kraken, $125 from Rakuten, and a $50 Rakuten signup bonus (if you are new to Rakuten). This is a U.S. offer that requires a $200 crypto trade, excluding stablecoins. Deposit at least $305 to cover the trading fee, or sign up for the free 1-month Pro trial to avoid trading fees (tip: create a virtual card with Privacy app)
You can sell your crypto once the trade settles. Some users see a 72-hour hold. Some see up to 7 days. YMMV.
Kraken promo highlights:
Signup bonus: $125 from Kraken when you sign up, deposit $300, and complete a $300 crypto trade. The bonus is issued as Bitcoin (BTC).
Stack opportunity: You can stack the Kraken $125 bonus with Rakuten’s increased $125 cash back for Kraken (normally $50). And if you haven't signed up for Rakuten yet, you can do so here. This Kraken promo will trigger Rakuten's $50 signup bonus.
Rakuten's cash back and bonus will show as pending in 2 to 3 days, and once the Kraken transaction is confirmed, you can choose instant gift card payout (new withdrawal feature) or choose PayPal/Venmo/Bilt/AMEX Rewards which pay out on a quarterly schedule (next payout date 2/15).
Signup steps:
If stacking with Rakuten promo, go to Rakuten and search "Kraken" to find the $125 cash back offer.
Sign up for Kraken and be sure to enter rpzzdpgs for the invite code.
Deposit $300 within 30 days of opening your account.
Complete a $300 trade to trigger the $125 BTC bonus. Do not buy a stablecoin for the qualifying trade; stablecoins do not trigger the bonus. Choose Bitcoin or another cryptocurrency.
Referrals:
This $125 holiday promo is available to refer but doesn't earn you a referral bonus. I still recommend it because it's the easiest to trigger with the highest payout. You will also have the option to refer an "up to $75" promo and "up to $150" promo that gets you both those amounts when your referee deposits and trades higher amounts. More info on those promos and more here.
Split Drop's Extra $1 Besitos Promo! [Limited-Time; Worldwide]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/splitdrop - code SPINSFROMJJ
Split Drop just added a short-term bonus that stacks on top of everything else they already offer. Right now, you get an extra $1 for every Besitos offer you start and play for at least one minute.
Key details:
The bonus applies per BESITOS install.
You only need to open the offerwall and play for 60 seconds.
Credits can take up to 6 hours to post.
This is in addition to normal offer payouts, spins, and referrals.
Several popular games qualify, including Solitaire Smash, Solitaire Cash, Dice Dreams, Phase 10, and others shown in the offerwall.
Benefits of signing up for Split Drop (if you haven't done so already) include:
Split Drop is a near-instant GPT with fast tracking.
Referrals now pay 50% of earnings (passive, 10-levels deep). Earnings include games, offers, and referral bonuses.
It is already one of my top earners this month.
They also wrapped up a $250 referral contest recently. Winners have not been posted yet. I’ll share updates once they do.
If you are already using Split Drop, this BESITOS bonus is an easy extra dollar per install. If you are new, this stacks nicely with the sign-up and referral promos already running. More info here.
12/11/25
Benjamin App - What you Need to Know! [US]
Benjamin has been around for a few years. It is not new. Early on, the app built a strong following because it offered sizeable, instant signup bonuses ranging from $6 to $20, if memory serves correctly. Over the past year, though, Benjamin lowered those bonuses to $1, and most in Referral World moved on to more lucrative earning apps. In the past few months, the larger issue has shifted away from bonuses and toward whether people can reliably cash out.
Shifts include removing bank withdrawal as an option, setting a $25 minimum cashout and a maximum $50 cashout. They also reserve the right to limit how often you redeem and can delay or queue withdrawals when they hit their daily payout limit.
The concerns grew when Benjamin put a full pause on withdrawals. A few weeks prior to this, they urged members to leave their funds in their accounts, and doing so would enter them into a $1,000 cash giveaway. When it came time for the drawing, Benjamin put a system-wide withdrawal block preventing people from cashing out. Benjamin told users that cashouts would reopen on 12/3 after system updates. During the pause, people could earn but could not withdraw. When 12/3 arrived, Benjamin restored the ability to withdraw, but many users still ran into problems. Some saw "too busy" messages for hours. Others reported that they had been trying since August to withdraw their balances with no success.
Even now, trying to withdraw gets multiple prompts strongly encouraging users to leave their funds in to be eligible for another $1K drawing happening later this month. And even though users are being charged $0.99 for "instant" PayPal/Venmo withdrawal, the withdrawals are not instant at all. Instead, members are receiving 3-day delay messages and other varying excuses messages explaining why the money can't be withdrawn right now. Some users report that their withdrawals were placed on hold and that their accounts were banned while their balances remained intact.
It's unclear and perhaps unlikely whether Benjamin will stabilize. Some users still receive payments. Others wait days, weeks, or months. This looks similar to how BigToken faded years ago. BigToken paid out reliably early on, then ran into financial trouble. BigToken encouraged members to leave their funds in, and by doing so, they'd be rewarded with double their balance. In reality, though, BigToken disappeared with members owed bonuses and earnings.
Here is what you should do if you have money in Benjamin right now:
Start withdrawing your balance (if you can and in $50 increments if you're owed more than that) to bring your balance down. The goal is to reduce your exposure.
Skip wallet locking. These promos remove your ability to cash out for the length of the contest. That is risky with payout delays already in place.
Document everything. Take screenshots of your balance, withdrawal attempts, and any errors. Save emails from support. This helps if you later file complaints with your state Attorney General, the FTC, or the app store.
Stop adding new earnings to Benjamin. If you earn rewards in partner apps or offers that send credit into Benjamin, withdraw as soon as possible and avoid routing more into the app until withdrawal performance improves for an extended period.
Benjamin may continue, or it may follow the same path as BigToken. If you have funds in your account, focus on getting them out as consistently as the system allows and as soon as possible.
12/10/25
Capital One Shopping's $80 EASY Signup Bonus is Back! [Targeted; US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/shopping
Last month, Capital One Shopping released an easy promo and great news (for some), it's back! New users can score an $80 signup bonus, and referrals are showing $60 or $80 (YMMV, capped at $500). This is one of the easiest bonuses to earn right now because there's no spending requirement. Just sign up, install the Capital One Shopping extension within 7 days, and keep it installed for 90 days. Use it as you shop online to find coupons, compare prices, and more. It's a no-brainer for anyone who does any online shopping. Visit Amazon, Walmart, Target, or any store you normally use. Let the extension check for codes and rewards. Purchases help, but are not required. Do not uninstall the extension or block it with ad blockers during the 90 days.
Once your bonuses credit to your account, you can redeem them for various gift cards.
The extension can really help you save during holiday shopping. And the referral bonuses stack up fast if you share your link!
More info on this Capital One Shopping promotion here.
Hot Takes to Remove Cash Payouts on 1/1, Lower Coin Value for Gift Card Redemption [US, CAN]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/hottakes
If you are a Hot Takes member, there are some upcoming changes you should be aware of, which will go into effect January 1st:
Current withdrawal restrictions will be removed, so earned bonuses won't be blocked from withdrawal based on the level we've reached in the app.
PayPal/Venmo withdrawal options will be removed.
Members will be able to withdraw to gift cards and other physical/virtual prize options.
The value of coins/tokens as we know them now will decrease by as much as 80%
Today, 10,000 coins = $10 PayPal/Venmo withdrawal
Starting 1/1, 25,000 coins = $5 gift card
As of today, the gift card and reward redemption is available in the app in addition to the PayPal/Venmo options.
Hot Takes invites members to email them with feedback/thoughts on the upcoming changes. I already reached out, and in their reply, they confirmed that they are retiring cash payouts and moving to a marketplace system. They said coin values will change, and the new rate varies by region. They stated that the move removes the old withdrawal limits, and they believe the new setup will give users more ways to use their coins. They also said they are trying to accommodate existing users for coins earned under the current system.
If you'd like to do this, you can email them at [email protected]. And for more information on Hot Takes and its current signup/referral promo, see my featured post here.
OKX’s $300 Referral Bonus Promo! [Ends 12/23; US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/okx - code 32247408
OKX has rotated its promo again, and the current offer favors referrers with $300 referral bonuses, totaling $1,500 in bonuses overall (5 referrals max). This is the highest I've seen offered for referrers. Unfortunately, there isn't a signup bonus included in this promotion, though folks signing up are eligible for in-app welcome offers (which typically include deposit bonuses and/or match bonuses, extra APY, etc.). This limited-time promotion runs through 12/23.
Based on my experience since signing up in late October, OKX launches a new promotion immediately after the previous one expires. While there's currently no signup bonus, I highly recommend this app. My fiancé and I have already earned $3K in bonuses since signing up. Plenty of earning opportunities, especially since this is a newer app.
Once triggered, OKX typically credits the referral bonuses within minutes. You and your referrers must keep the deposit in your account for 30 days for the bonus to unlock for withdrawal. For screenshots, steps, and the complete walkthrough, see my featured post here.
Featured Gift Card Bonuses! [Multiple Countries]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/giftcards
I've published a fresh, new holiday-inspired list of apps with gift card payout options. All apps have been updated with current bonuses, dates and terms. You can check out the full list here.
Drumo to Shut Down 12/30. Cash Out Your Earnings Before They're Gone!
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/drumo
While updating my Featured Gift Cards list, I discovered that Drumo is shutting down the end of this month! You can still sign up, refer and earn bonuses as of now, but all that ends come 12/30 at 4PM Pacific time. If you're a member and have earnings you haven't cashed out yet, I highly recommend doing so ASAP. You can redeem to PayPal or gift cards, but there is a maximum that you can redeem at a time ($20 max for PayPal, $10 max for gift cards). You can make more than one redemption request at a time, though I recommend waiting a day between redemptions because I once made two redemptions at once and had to reach out to support because they initally only paid me one of the redemptions even though the app said both were paid out.
I currently have $150 in earnings, myself, so will be withdrawing $20 to PayPal over the next week or so. While you can still earn in the app, I've personally found Split Drop, Freecash, Scrambly, and others to be more lucrative. More info on Drumo here.
Bigcash's $1-$100 Signup, $25-$125 Referrals Promo! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/bigcash
Bigcash (aka BigCashWeb) is kicking off the holidays with one of its best offers yet. New users can score a $1 to $100 instant signup bonus using promo code JJBONUS, plus get in on the app’s easy game-based earnings.
Bigcash also started their latest referral promo, which pays a $25 instant referral bonus for every friend who starts any two Bigcash Special Offers and cashes out at least $3. That’s up from the usual $15. You’ll also earn another $100 for each referral who plays any game for more than 30 days. Cashouts remain instant with PayPal and gift card options.
Bigcash continues to be one of the best instant GPT apps for bonus hunters, and this limited-time promo is the perfect opportunity to join and earn. More info here.
12/9/25
Amazon Extends Generous, Instant $250 Signup Bonus! No Spend Requirement! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/amazon
Fantastic news from Amazon as they've extended their $250 signup bonus promotion, which was supposed to end yesterday. This is the highest bonus I've ever seen from them, and landing this instant bonus couldn't be easier. Simply sign up for and get approved for the Amazon Prime/Visa card. There's no deposit OR spend requirement. Approval is instant, within 15 minutes. You can also earn up to ten $50 referral bonuses per calendar year, which means you can max out your referral bonuses next month and start referring again in just a few weeks! I couldn't find a new end date listed, though I don't expect this 4X increased promo to last long. More info here.
Increased $10-$60 MoneyLion Bonuses are Back, Ends 12/21! PLUS $2K Giveaway to 50 Winners! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/moneylion - code $55BONUS
My biggest moneymaker is back with its famous "Holiday Referral Rush" promo! Through 12/21, get an increased $10 signup and unlimited $10 referral bonuses from MoneyLion (double their standard $5 bonuses). Earn $50 more as you or your referees trigger the deposit bonus, which can be done through direct deposit or by making a $100+ transfer from within Current or Found.
On top of this, MoneyLion just started a $2,000 a Day Giveaway, where you can enter daily to win one of 50 $2K cash prizes! This promo ends 1/24.
MoneyLion has been my biggest earner month after month and topped my Biggest Whales list again in November ($4,770 earned, my highest month to date)! I've already earned $1,550 so far this month and over $39K since signing up (with more bonuses on the way). See my featured MoneyLion post for more info.
12/8/25
Congratulations to RWN's Latest Cash Giveaway Winner!
https://www.referralworldnews.com/giveaway
A huge congrats goes out to Nathan H., the winner of RWN's $25 "Easy Paying Referral Apps" cash giveaway. And thanks to everyone who entered! 
Since starting the giveaways last week, I've already given away $75. And there are still two more giveaways you can take part in, each offering $50. EASY instructions to enter both giveaways here.
Amazon Visa's Instant $250 Signup Promo Ends Tonight! No Spend Requirement! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/amazon
Heads up: if you haven't signed up for the Amazon Prime/Visa card yet, today's the last day to score an instant $250 just for getting approved. This is over 4X their standard $60 signup bonus, and it's the highest I've ever seen for this card. There's no spend requirement, just sign up and get approved (approval is instant, within 15 minutes). You can also earn instant $50 referral bonuses for each successful referral (up to $500 per year). Limited-time offer. More info here.
While doing your holiday shopping, you can combine this bonus with a cashback portal like ShopBack, which is offering 1.5% cash back on your Amazon purchases, along with a $15 signup bonus. More Cashback portals here. And if you're interested in more great credit card signup bonuses, see my list here.
Rakuten’s New Instant Gift Card Cash Out Option! [US, CAN]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/rakuten
Imagine my surprise when I checked my Rakuten referral bonus balance last night and discovered that they now have an instant gift card cashout option! I've been a Rakuten member for several years (and even before when they were eBates). The payout has always been quarterly, with options including PayPal and paper checks (and, more recently, Bilt and American Express rewards points). Last night, though, I saw that I could either wait 68 more days for those redemption options, OR cash it out immediately into gift cards. I did just that, choosing an Amazon gift card, and received it via email instantly.
I did a few minutes of research today and confirmed that Rakuten members can now cash out confirmed earnings instantly. I'm not clear on when they introduced this option, but I'm here for it. It allows you to redeem confirmed cash back for a digital gift card once you reach a $5 balance. Delivery is usually within minutes.
With Rakuten’s current $50 sign-up bonus and $50 referral bonus promotion, this couldn't come at a better time, a helpful change for anyone who wants to use their cashback right away during the holiday season. You no longer have to wait for the next quarterly pay date. You can convert your confirmed balance to an Amazon, Target, Walmart, Starbucks, or many other gift cards and use them immediately.
This update gives members more control over their earnings. If you have been using Rakuten while shopping, check your account to see if you have confirmed cash back ready to redeem. And if you haven't signed up for Rakuten yet, you can find my featured post with more information here.
Set Your Clocks: Increased $10-$60 MoneyLion Bonuses Return Tonight! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/moneylion - code $55BONUS
In just a few short hours (9 PM PST), my biggest moneymaker will be back with its famous "Referral Rush" promo! During this 2X bonus promo, new members get an increased $10 signup and all members get unlimited $10 referral bonuses from MoneyLion. Earn $50 more as you or your referees trigger the deposit bonus, which can be done through direct deposit or by making a $100+ transfer from within Current or Found.
These "Referral Rush" promos typically run for two weeks. If this promo follows suit, I expect it will end around 12/22.
Month after month, MoneyLion is my top-earning app. Just last month, I received $4,770 in bonuses. And since 12/1, I've already received $1,415. More info on MoneyLion (including how to easily trigger the deposit bonus) here.
WinZO App Down. US Users on Hold as Overseas Case Unfolds!
Many WinZO users in the US and other countries report that they cannot access the app right now. Players report login failures, trouble accessing their funds, and a long-running ‘maintenance’ screen. The company says it is a server issue. There is no public return date.
At the same time, Indian authorities have arrested WinZO’s founders and frozen about ₹505 crore in company-linked assets (approximately $60 to $65 million USD). This is confirmed law enforcement action in India. No final court rulings have happened yet.
Indian authorities also allege that:
Some WinZO games used hidden algorithms instead of true player vs player matches
Bots or automated logic may have influenced outcomes
Large sums of user funds were restricted after India banned real-money gaming
About $55 million USD sits in a US-linked company account called WinZO US Inc
These are allegations only. They are not proven in a US court.
What matters for US players right now:
WinZO does operate real-money games in the US with PayPal cashouts
US operations are directly named in the Indian investigation
No US regulator has filed charges against WinZO as of today
Many users report being unable to access their accounts or withdraw funds
If you have been affected by the WinZO outage, you may want to consider:
Avoid adding new funds until access and withdrawals stabilize
Saving screenshots of your wallet balance and transaction history
Keeping copies of PayPal and bank statements tied to WinZO
Starting a PayPal dispute if funds appear stuck
Submitting a consumer complaint at reportfraud.ftc.gov
Contacting your state attorney general’s consumer protection office if needed
WinZO has not been declared guilty. However, with multiple investigations still active overseas, some US users may choose to proceed with extra caution until more clarity is available.
Ten-Level-Deep Passive Earnings From Split Drop, Contest Winners TBD! [Worldwide]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/splitdrop - code SPINSFROMJJ
If you haven't signed up for Split Drop yet, or even if you have, now is a great time to sign up and promote this near-instant GPT. Split Drop recently revamped its referral promotion and is now offering 50% passive earnings that go ten levels deep! This includes ALL earnings from your referrals, whether they be from completing games and app offers, along with their referral bonuses. Based on my earnings from just the past week, Split Drop is already one of my top December earners.
Split Drop also concluded their $250 referral contest the other day. The winners haven't publicly been announced yet, but I will share them here once they are.
You can sign up through me here if you haven't done so yet. You can also check out my featured Split Drop post for more info on this contest, promotions, and ways to quickly earn and cash out.
New: SmartSteals $5 Welcome, up to $10/Referral/Month! [US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/smartsteals - code FZZVJC
A new TESTING app and promo just went viral in Referral World called SmartSteals. Members receive 500 points at signup, which is worth $5 when redeemed. This is TESTING since the program is brand new and may change as more users sign up. Your welcome bonus appears instantly once you join the affiliate dashboard.
You earn points when your referrals spend time browsing SmartSteals. No purchase required. Points update once per day, and you can earn up to $10 per month per referral (based on their usage and interaction with SmartSteals; Activity is time-based). Redemption starts at 2,500 points for $25 gift cards or 10,000 points for $100 via PayPal.
Steps:
Confirm your email.
In your account, click your Avatar (top right) and then Profile, and enter your birth date where asked.
Open the menu on the top right and join the affiliate program.
Your 500-point bonus appears right away in your account.
Browse the site to stay active.
Copy your referral link/code and share it to earn bonuses.
Notes:
• Tracking depends on cookies. If a referral clears cookies or switches devices, the signup may not credit
• SmartSteals states that earning rates and daily pool amounts can change at any time
• Time spent is capped daily to prevent abuse
• A W9 is required once you reach $600 in annual PayPal payouts (doesn't apply to gift card redemption)
• Arbitration is included in the terms, but you can opt out within 30 days by sending a written notice to [email protected]. The notice must include your name, email address, and a clear statement that you wish to opt out of arbitration. If you opt out, neither you nor SmartSteals can require the other to participate in arbitration, but all other terms will continue to apply, including the class action waiver.
This app is new and currently being tested within Referral World. Here's hoping it performs well and pays reliably (time will tell). For more info, see my featured post here.
Score Free Walmart Stock from Stash! [Ends 12/14; US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/stashstockparty
Now through 12/14 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time, you can score free Walmart stock ($WMT) from Stash's StockParty. Click here to log in and claim. And if you haven't signed up for Stash, yet, you can also score $20 $30 in cash or stock (your choice) by signing up and depositing $5 or more. $30 referral bonuses as well, up to $1,000 in bonuses per year. More info here.
Acorns "Refer 3, Get $725" Promo! [Ends 12/14; US]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/go/acorns
Acorns just started a great new promotion: $5 signup bonus when you sign up for Acorns and invest $5 by 12/14. $5 referral bonuses as well, and if you refer three people by 10/19 who complete these same steps, you'll earn another $725 ($745 in total).
Note that Acorns charges a monthly $3 fee after your first 30 days. Should you choose to, you can cancel once you withdraw your bonuses; however, I recommend keeping them, as they frequently offer generous referral bonuses. I've earned thousands from Acorns from promotions just like this one.
Please ensure you complete all steps when signing up. Each week, I'll get at least one person who signs up but doesn't invest the $5 to trigger the signup and referral bonuses. The steps are simple: Sign up, verify your identity, invest $5, and leave it in until you receive your bonus from Acorns. 
Stretch Your Holiday Budget: Use Cashback Portals While You Shop! [Multiple Countries]
https://www.referralworldnews.com/cashback
Christmas is 17 days away, and prices feel higher this year. Tariffs and inflation add pressure to every cart, so you want every savings boost you can get. Cashback portals are the simplest way to cut your costs. You shop as usual, and the portals pay you for it. It takes a few seconds, and the savings add up quickly.
This is also the time of year when portals increase their bonuses. A few examples from my Featured Cashback post include:
Rakuten is running an increased $50 signup bonus, plus $50 referral bonuses. You only need to make $50 in qualifying purchases at any of 3,500 retailers.
ShopBack raised its bonus to a $15 signup and unlimited $15 referrals. You can also earn quest rewards, including a simple extra $10 for completing five brands.
RebatesMe offers a $5 signup, easy triggers, and $10 referral bonuses.
BeFrugal increased referrals to $15 each, up from $10.
TopCashback increased referrals to $15 each (no signup bonus).
With holiday shopping in full swing, the difference between getting zero back and getting five, ten, or even fifteen percent back adds up. If you shop at several stores, these bonuses can cover gifts, stocking stuffers, or part of your January bills.
You can also stack cashback with credit card rewards, bank card rewards, and holiday store promotions. Combining all three cuts the real cost of your holiday spending in a way that still feels effortless.
If you have not checked the rates today, take a moment before you buy anything. Rates change daily. One portal may offer five percent at a store, while another offers twenty. Check, click, then shop.
You can find the full list of increased bonuses, referral payouts, and easy triggers in my Featured Cashback post here:
https://buymeacoffee.com/johnmego/featured-cashback-bonuses
Promos Ending Soon! [Multiple Countries]
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As you may know, many of these signup and referral bonuses are limited-time offers (like the ones mentioned above). You can find more limited-time offers along with new and renewed promos in my featured post here.
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Split Drop's $250 Contest, 50% Passive Earnings, & More!
RebatesMe's $20 Signup, $30 Referrals [Ends 12/3; Worldwide]
Bigcash's New $25-$100 Bonuses PLUS Extra $100! [US]
Aven's Monthly Cap Reset [US]!
ShopBack's $60 Referrals End Tonight! [Multiple Countries]
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Promos Ending Soon [Multiple Countries]
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