How to earn and use Zomato Credits
What's the story
Zomato, the leading food delivery platform in India, offers a virtual currency system called Zomato Credits.
Initially designed to compensate users for poor delivery experiences, it has evolved into a reward-based payment option.
With Zomato Credits, users can conveniently explore new restaurants or order food with added flexibility.
Here's a quick guide to earning and using Zomato Credits.
Earning process
How to earn Zomato credits
Earning Zomato Credits is a pretty simple process. It can be done through various channels, including promotions, referrals, or special campaigns.
By actively participating in limited-time offers and programs, you can increase your Zomato Credit balance, resulting in huge discounts.
For example, through 'Refer and Earn' program, if someone signs up for Zomato using your referral code/link, they get a discount on their first order while you earn Zomato Credits.
User benefits
A versatile payment option for in-app purchases
Zomato Credits act as a digital wallet, making transactions easier and rewards/refunds more fun.
Each credit is worth ₹1, which gives a feeling of loyalty to the customers toward the platform.
To redeem Zomato Credits, users just have to add their favorite food to the cart, go to the checkout page, select a payment method, and hit 'Pay using Credits' option.
The relevant amount is then subtracted from their final bill.
Additional benefits
Compensation and rewards
In case of a disappointing food delivery experience, Zomato may offer a refund either as cash back or in the form of instant Zomato Credits.
The platform also occasionally introduces games for a limited time where users can win some credits.
Additionally, selected restaurants provide scratch cards on dine-in orders that may include Zomato Credits as rewards.
To track your Zomato Credits, click on your profile icon > scroll down to "Money," and tap "Zomato Credits" to access complete details.