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Arby’s Rewards (2026): How Loaded Rewards Points Work

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Last updated: October 2026 · Arby’s changes rewards and app offers often, so check the Rewards tab in the app before you order.

Quick answer
  • Points per dollar: Arby’s Loaded Rewards members earn 10 points for every $1 spent on eligible purchases.
  • Cheapest reward: Rewards start at 300 points (about $30 in spending), for items like a Large Fry, Large Potato Cakes or a Large Fountain Drink.
  • Sign-up perk: New members get a free sandwich with a $5 first order, plus 2x points on their second order.
  • Expiration: Points expire 1 year after you earn them, and a redeemed reward expires 60 days after you redeem it.
  • What changed: Arby’s replaced its old Rewards program with Loaded Rewards on August 24, 2026, and existing members were upgraded automatically.

Arby’s Rewards now runs under a new name, Loaded Rewards, and it is a points program again: you earn on every eligible order and trade points for food. This guide covers how earning and redeeming work, the sign-up offer, and the fine print that trips people up, using only what Arby’s has published.

Arby’s Loaded Rewards at a glance (October 2026)

Feature Details Status
Program name Arby’s Loaded Rewards (replaced Arby’s Rewards on 8/24/2026) Confirmed (arbys.com)
Cost to join Free account in the Arby’s app or on arbys.com Confirmed (arbys.com)
Earn rate 10 points per $1 on eligible purchases Confirmed (arbys.com)
Lowest reward tier 300 points (Large Fry, Large Potato Cakes, Large Fountain Drink) Confirmed (Inspire Brands)
Welcome offer Free sandwich with $5 first-order spend + 2x points on second order Confirmed (Inspire Brands)
Limits per order Up to 5 rewards and 1 offer Confirmed (arbys.com)
Points expiration 1 year after earning Confirmed (arbys.com)
Redeemed reward expiration 60 days after redemption Confirmed (arbys.com)
Birthday reward Not mentioned in Arby’s current FAQ or launch announcement Not confirmed
Arby's Loaded Rewards infographic: join free, earn 10 points per $1, redeem from 300 points, use up to 5 rewards plus 1 offer per order, points expire after 1 year

What changed in 2026: Arby’s Rewards became Loaded Rewards

On August 24, 2026, Arby’s switched its loyalty program to Loaded Rewards. If you already had an Arby’s Rewards account, you didn’t need to do anything; Arby’s upgraded existing members automatically. Anyone who joins now goes straight into Loaded Rewards and earns points on every eligible order.

The big difference from the version many people remember is that points are back at the center. You earn on each purchase, then pick what to redeem for, instead of only waiting for app deals to show up. You still get rotating offers too, which Arby’s says change weekly and can include size upgrades, BOGOs, free delivery and bonus points.

How to earn Arby’s points

You earn 10 points for every $1 you spend on eligible purchases. A $12 order, for example, works out to about 120 points. How you get credit depends on where you order:

  • In the app or on arbys.com: sign in before you check out and points are added automatically.
  • Delivery through the Arby’s app or arbys.com: also earns points when you are signed in. These orders are fulfilled by DoorDash.
  • In store or at the drive-thru: open the app and share your 6-digit code with the team member before you pay. The code is valid for 15 minutes.

Watch for bonus point promos. At launch, Arby’s offered 2x points on the Double Roast Beef and Double Beef ‘n Cheddar sandwiches, and the homepage regularly runs limited-time 2x points items for Loaded Rewards members. Check the app for what is running this week.

Illustration of a phone with a points progress bar filling up next to a stack of receipts

How to redeem rewards (and what 300 points gets you)

Rewards start at 300 points. At 10 points per dollar, that is roughly $30 of eligible spending for your first free item. Arby’s lists these as the starter options:

Points Example rewards Approx. spend to earn
300 Large Fry, Large Potato Cakes or Large Fountain Drink About $30
Higher tiers Larger items are listed in the Rewards tab of the app Varies

To redeem:

  • Online, in the app or for delivery: choose the reward, add the qualifying items to your cart and check out.
  • In store or drive-thru: redeem the reward in the app, then share your 6-digit code with the team member (valid for 15 minutes).

You can use up to 5 rewards and 1 offer on a single order. Changed your mind? You can refund a redeemed reward from My Rewards (or My Code for in-store orders) and the points go back to your account, though Arby’s notes it can take a little while.

How to sign up and claim the welcome offer

  • Download the Arby’s app (App Store or Google Play) or go to arbys.com.
  • Create a free account.
  • Look for the welcome offer in your account: a free sandwich when you spend $5 on your first order.
  • Place a second order to get 2x points on it, which is also part of the new-member offer.

Arby’s also sends monthly personalized offers to members, so it is worth checking the app before every order rather than only when you have points to spend.

Driver holding a phone at a drive-thru window with sandwich, fries and drink reward icons

Ways to get more out of Arby’s Loaded Rewards

  • Use the welcome offer first. A free sandwich for a $5 order is the best single value in the program.
  • Time your second order. Since it earns 2x points, put a bigger order there.
  • Stack a reward with an offer. One offer plus up to 5 rewards can go on the same order.
  • Order the 2x points items when a bonus promo runs, if you were buying them anyway.
  • Redeem before the 1-year mark. Points expire a year after you earn them, so don’t sit on a small balance forever.

Fine print to know

  • Points are earned on “eligible purchases.” Arby’s FAQ doesn’t spell out whether tax, tips or fees count, so assume only food and drink do.
  • Only one offer or one promo code can be used per order.
  • Redeemed rewards expire 60 days after redemption.
  • Online orders for immediate or future pickup can’t be changed or canceled.
  • Gift cards can’t be used for online orders.
  • Deleting your account is permanent: points, rewards and order history can’t be recovered.
  • Delivery availability depends on your location, and DoorDash handles driver and delivery issues.

Troubleshooting missing points

  • Points didn’t post: in the app, go to Rewards, then History, then Missing Points, and submit your receipt’s QR code or details.
  • Code didn’t work at the counter: the 6-digit code lasts 15 minutes, so generate a fresh one when you reach the register or speaker.
  • Refunded reward isn’t back yet: refunds to your points balance can be delayed; give it time before contacting support.
  • Still stuck: use the Contact Us page on arbys.com to reach Arby’s guest support.

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Frequently asked questions

how many points do you get per dollar at arbys

10 points. Arby’s Loaded Rewards members earn 10 points for every $1 spent on eligible purchases.

do arbys rewards points expire

Yes. Points expire 1 year after you earn them, and a reward expires 60 days after you redeem it.

how many points for a free item at arbys

300 points. That is the lowest reward tier, covering items like a Large Fry, Large Potato Cakes or a Large Fountain Drink.

what is arbys loaded rewards

It is Arby’s current loyalty program, which replaced Arby’s Rewards on August 24, 2026. Existing members were moved over automatically.

does arbys give you a free sandwich for signing up

Yes. New members get a free sandwich with a $5 first-order spend, plus 2x points on their second order.

CouponVPS is not affiliated with Arby’s. Program details, offers and point costs can change at any time and may vary by location. Sources: Arby’s Contact Us & FAQ, https://www.arbys.com/contact-us/ (checked October 2026); Arby’s Rewards page, https://www.arbys.com/rewards/ (checked October 2026); Inspire Brands, “Arby’s Delivers More with New Loaded Rewards Loyalty Program,” https://stories.inspirebrands.com/arbys-angie-katsanevas-partnership/ (checked October 2026); Arby’s app listing, Apple App Store, https://apps.apple.com/us/app/arbys-pickup-or-delivery/id1348507359 (checked October 2026).

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