Royal Perks is Burger King's free loyalty program that gives you points on every purchase, free items on your birthday, and exclusive deals you won't see advertised in stores

You earn one point per dollar spent at participating Burger King locations when you pay with the app or a registered card. Those points convert to free food — typically a small item at 50 points, a larger item at 75 points, or a combo meal at 100 points. The program also sends you personalized offers, birthday rewards, and early access to limited-time menu items.

Royal Perks costs nothing to join. You create an account through the Burger King app or website, link a payment method, and start earning when ready. There are no annual fees, no spending minimums, and no expiration date on points as long as your account stays active.

Key Takeaways

  • You earn one point per dollar spent when you order through the app or with a registered payment method, and points never expire as long as your account is active.
  • Redemption thresholds range from 50 points for small items to 100 points for combo meals, and the specific items available vary by location and time.
  • The program includes automatic birthday rewards, personalized offers based on your purchase history, and early notification of new menu items.
  • You must order through the app, website, or at the register with a registered card to earn points — drive-thru orders without app payment do not count.

How to Join and Start Earning Points

read the Burger King app or visit the Burger King website and select "Join Royal Perks." You will need an email address and a password. Add a payment method — a debit card, credit card, or digital wallet like Apple Pay or Google Pay. Once your account is set up, every purchase made through the app or with that registered card at the register will automatically add points to your account.

If you already have a Burger King account from previous app use, you may be able to link it to Royal Perks without creating a new one. Check your account settings to see if the option appears. Some locations also allow you to provide your phone number at the register to earn points on cash purchases, though this varies by franchise.

Point Values and What You Can Redeem

Points convert to free food at set thresholds. A small item typically costs 50 points, a medium item costs 75 points, and a combo meal costs 100 points. The exact items available for redemption change regularly and may differ between locations. You can see what is currently available in the "Rewards" section of the app before you redeem.

Once you reach the point threshold for a reward, you can redeem it when ready or wait to accumulate more points. Redeemed rewards usually appear as a code in the app that you show at the register or enter during checkout. Some locations allow you to redeem directly through the app for mobile order pickup or delivery.

Birthday Rewards and Personalized Offers

Royal Perks automatically sends you a birthday reward during your birthday month. The specific reward varies — it may be a free item, a discount on a purchase, or bonus points. You must have a valid birthday on your account to receive it, and you typically need to redeem it within a set window (usually 30 days).

Beyond birthdays, the program tracks your purchase history and sends personalized offers to your app. If you frequently order chicken sandwiches, you might receive a discount on that category. If you have not ordered in a while, you may get a "welcome back" offer. These deals are sent via app notification and email, so keep notifications enabled if you want to catch them.

Comparing Royal Perks to Other Fast-Food Loyalty Programs

Most major fast-food chains run loyalty programs with similar structures: free membership, points per dollar, and redemption for free items. McDonald's Rewards, Wendy's Rewards, and Chick-fil-A One all follow this model. The main differences are earning rates, redemption thresholds, and what perks come with membership.

Royal Perks earns one point per dollar, which matches McDonald's and Wendy's. Chick-fil-A One also earns one point per dollar but requires you to visit a Chick-fil-A location to redeem, whereas Royal Perks redemptions work at any participating Burger King. Wendy's Rewards offers occasional bonus point promotions that Royal Perks does not always match. If you visit multiple chains regularly, joining all three costs nothing and lets you accumulate rewards across your actual spending patterns.

What Disqualifies You or Slows Your Earnings

Points only accumulate when you pay through the app, website, or with a registered card at the register. Paying cash without providing your phone number, using an unregistered card, or ordering through a third-party delivery app (like DoorDash or Uber Eats) will not earn Royal Perks points, even if you are ordering from Burger King. Some franchise locations may have different rules, so ask at your local restaurant if you are unsure.

If your account goes inactive for an extended period — typically 12 months or longer with no purchases — Burger King may close it and forfeit your points. Logging in occasionally or making a small purchase every few months keeps your account active. If your account is closed, you can create a new one, but any accumulated points are lost.

Redeeming Points Through the App Versus In Person

You can redeem rewards either way. Through the app, you select a reward, receive a code, and either show it at the register or use it for mobile order pickup or delivery. In person, you can ask the cashier to look up your account by phone number or email and explore a reward to your purchase before you pay.

App redemption is faster if you are ordering ahead or using mobile pickup, since the reward is already applied when you arrive. In-person redemption at the counter works if you decide on a reward after you have ordered. Both methods deduct the points from your account when ready, so you cannot use the same reward twice.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do points expire if I do not use them?

Points themselves do not expire as long as your account remains active. However, if your account goes inactive for approximately 12 months with no purchases or logins, Burger King may close it and remove your points. Making a purchase or logging into the app every few months keeps your account open.

Can I earn Royal Perks points when I order through DoorDash or Uber Eats?

No. Third-party delivery apps do not connect to Royal Perks, so those orders do not earn points. You must order directly through the Burger King app, website, or in person at the register with a registered payment method to accumulate points.

What happens to my points if I delete the app?

Your points are stored in your Royal Perks account, not on the app itself. Deleting the app does not delete your account or points. You can reinstall the app, log back in with your email and password, and your points will still be there.

Can I transfer points to someone else or combine accounts?

Royal Perks does not allow point transfers between accounts or account merging. Each account is tied to one person. If you have multiple accounts, you would need to earn and redeem points separately on each one.

How do I know if my local Burger King participates in Royal Perks?

Most Burger King locations in the United States participate, but some franchise locations may have different policies. The easiest way to check is to open the app, enter your location, and see if the restaurant appears in the store locator. You can also call the location directly and ask if they accept Royal Perks.