Microsoft Rewards is a loyalty program that allows members to earn points for activities such as searching, gaming, and shopping. These points can be redeemed for gift cards, subscriptions, and charitable donations. In addition to these standard rewards, Microsoft periodically runs promotional sweepstakes. One such promotion is the Microsoft Rewards Ultimate Giveaway, which offers participants a chance to win cash prizes. This article provides a detailed overview of the sweepstakes mechanics, eligibility rules, and regional availability based on official Microsoft documentation.
Microsoft Rewards Ultimate Giveaway Sweepstakes Details
The Microsoft Rewards Ultimate Giveaway is a promotional sweepstakes offering significant cash prizes. According to the official announcement, the promotion features two primary methods for winning: Daily Instant Wins and a Grand Prize Sweepstakes.
Daily Instant Win Prizes
Participants have a daily opportunity to win instant cash prizes. To qualify, a member must complete one search in the Bing app each day during the promotion period. After performing the search, the member must tap “Check if you’re a winner” to use that day’s chance. The promotion allocates 650 daily instant prizes, with individual prize values ranging from $500 to $5,000. It is important to note that unused chances do not carry over to future days; each day’s opportunity must be used on the day it is earned.
Grand Prize Sweepstakes
The sweepstakes component awards a single grand prize of $1,000,000 USD. All members receive one free entry into the sweepstakes by completing an entry form. The entry form requires logging into a Microsoft account or creating a new one, followed by entering additional personal information. Members can increase their chances of winning by earning up to 340 bonus entries for completing various activities listed on the Sweepstakes Entry Dashboard.
Entry Tracking and Referrals
Members can track their sweepstakes entries by logging into their Microsoft account and visiting the entry tracker or by checking the “Order history” page under the “Redeem” section of the Rewards page. It may take up to 72 hours for entries to post. Furthermore, members can share their entry link with friends. If a referred friend enters the sweepstakes for the first time, the referring member receives 5 entries. There is also a separate incentive for sharing an entry link; if a friend uses the link to enter, the referrer can earn up to 20 extra entries, subject to the official rules.
Free Mail-In Entry Method
For individuals who do not wish to use the digital entry methods, a free mail-in entry option is available. To enter via mail, a participant must print their full name, address, phone number (with area code), date of birth, and email address on a 3 x 5-inch card. This card must be mailed to “Microsoft Rewards Ultimate Giveaway Sweepstakes, Free to Enter” at the address corresponding to the participant’s country of residence, as specified in the Official Rules. The mail-in entry must be postmarked by October 17, 2025, and received by October 24, 2025.
Important Rules and Deadlines
The promotion runs until October 17, 2025. The Official Rules govern all entry methods, including the mail-in option, and include eligibility and registration requirements, as well as limitations on the total number of entries a participant may earn across all methods. If a participant encounters issues submitting an entry or if an entry does not appear after 72 hours, they are advised to contact Microsoft Rewards customer service.
Eligibility and Regional Availability
Eligibility for Microsoft Rewards and associated promotions is determined by geographic location. Microsoft Rewards is not available in all countries, and the specific offers and redemption catalogs vary by region.
Available Regions
Microsoft Rewards is available in a specific list of countries and territories. The following regions are included in the official availability list: Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, British Indian Ocean Territory, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, American Samoa, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Aruba, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Caribbean Netherlands, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, Collectivity of Saint Martin, Colombia, Costa Rica, Curaçao, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Falkland Islands, French Guiana, Grenada, Greenland, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Mexico, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Saint Barthélemy, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Sint Maarten, Suriname, Trinidad and Tobago, Turks and Caicos Islands, United States Virgin Islands, Uruguay, United States, Åland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Isle of Man, Italy, Jersey, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands, Norway, Fiji, French Polynesia, French Southern and Antarctic Lands, Guam, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Nauru, New Caledonia, Niue, Norfolk Island, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Tokelau, Tonga, Tuvalu, United States Minor Outlying Islands, Vanuatu, Wallis and Futuna.
Travel Considerations
For users who travel, the rules specify that if a Microsoft Rewards account holder travels to a country where Microsoft Rewards is available, they will still earn points and be eligible for rewards. However, this is contingent on the user not consistently earning points in multiple markets.
Regional Offer Variations
It is important for U.S. consumers to understand that the availability of Microsoft Rewards and the specific redemption catalogs or promotional offers, such as sweepstakes, can differ significantly from one region to another. The terms of the Ultimate Giveaway sweepstakes, including prize values and entry methods, are defined for the applicable regions.
Conclusion
The Microsoft Rewards Ultimate Giveaway provides U.S. consumers and eligible participants in other supported regions with a structured opportunity to win cash prizes through both daily instant wins and a grand prize sweepstakes. Participation involves engaging with Microsoft services, such as searching on Bing, and completing an entry form. A free mail-in entry option is also available for those who prefer not to use digital methods. Eligibility is strictly governed by geographic location, with Microsoft Rewards being available in a defined list of countries and territories. Participants should always refer to the official rules for complete details on entry methods, deadlines, and regional variations.