If you shop at dispensaries even occasionally, a rewards membership is one of the simplest ways to stretch your budget. Most programs are designed to be quick to join, and they usually work whether you shop in-store, online, or both—so the sooner your profile is set up, the sooner your purchases can start counting.
1. Pick your dispensary and find the signup method
Most dispensaries offer rewards signup in one (or more) of these ways:
- At the counter with a budtender (common for in-store shoppers)
- Online on the dispensary’s website
- By scanning a QR code in-store that opens a signup form
Some brands also provide a digital “wallet” style rewards pass after registration, so you can pull it up quickly at checkout.
2. Have your ID ready (and match your legal shopping profile)
Even when the rewards signup itself feels like a “normal retail” process, cannabis purchases still require age (and in medical states, patient) verification at the point of sale. Make sure the info you use for rewards matches what the store has on file so your purchases attach correctly.
3. Create your account and provide the basics
Most programs build your rewards profile around contact info—commonly phone number and/or email. Some systems also have you create a login with email + password, then agree to the program’s terms.
In many stores, staff can enroll you right at checkout by confirming your details and opting you into the loyalty program in their point-of-sale system.
4. Verify your email/phone if prompted
A lot of programs require verification (email link or SMS code) so the store knows it’s really you—this protects your points and helps prevent mix-ups. Some retailers explicitly call out verifying email and phone as part of becoming a “verified” loyalty member.
5. Choose your deal notifications (text, email, or both)
This is where shoppers either love rewards…or get annoyed by them. Many programs let you opt into marketing messages for extra perks, but it’s typically optional (and sometimes required for specific offers).
Tip: If you only want sale alerts, set your preferences to the minimum that still gets you the promos you care about.
6. Ask (or read) the rules that affect your real savings
Before you walk out, take 60 seconds to learn:
- How points are earned (often dollars-to-points)
- How to redeem (in-store only vs. online too)
- Expiration or inactivity rules (some programs do expire points)
Many modern loyalty systems aim to keep rewards consistent across online and in-store shopping, but features still vary by retailer.
7. Make your first “tracked” purchase
Finally: use the same phone or email every time, and make sure the cashier applies your member profile before paying. That’s the moment your rewards membership officially starts working for you.