Log in to the Rapid Rewards Shopping site and click through to Best Buy before making your purchase. This "cookies-based" tracking ensures Southwest knows you bought something.
Because Best Buy and Southwest are separate programs, you can often "double dip":
You generally cannot add a past Best Buy purchase to your Southwest account; you must use the portal link at the time of purchase. best buy rapid rewards
To maximize your earnings, use a Southwest Rapid Rewards Visa from Chase. This allows you to earn points through the credit card spend (usually 1x on "all other purchases") on top of the points earned via the shopping portal. Maximizing Your "Double Dip"
Earn an additional point per dollar if you use a Southwest co-branded card or Chase Ultimate Rewards card like the Sapphire Preferred , which allows 1:1 transfers to Southwest. Important Limitations Log in to the Rapid Rewards Shopping site
High-demand items (like certain gaming consoles or Apple products) are sometimes excluded from earning points through the portal. Always read the "Terms & Conditions" on the Southwest Shopping site before buying.
Earning rates fluctuate, but you typically earn a set number of points per dollar spent. Check the portal for limited-time "bonus" offers. To maximize your earnings, use a Southwest Rapid
Earn certificates for future Best Buy discounts by being a My Best Buy member .