How to Unlink Your CVS Account from Ibotta: A Comprehensive Guide
Hey there, savvy shopper! Ever found yourself wanting to switch up your rewards game or perhaps streamline your linked accounts? If you've got your CVS ExtraCare account tied to Ibotta and you're looking to unlink it, you've come to the right place. It's a fairly straightforward process, but knowing the exact steps can save you time and potential headaches. Let's dive in and get that account unlinked!
Step 1: Embark on Your Ibotta App Journey
Before we begin, the very first thing you need to do is grab your smartphone and open the Ibotta app. Make sure you're logged into the account you wish to manage. This entire process will be done directly within the app itself, so having it ready is key!
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Sub-heading: Why Unlink? Common Reasons Shoppers Make the Change
You might be wondering why someone would want to unlink their CVS account. Here are a few common scenarios:
Switching Ibotta Accounts: Perhaps you have multiple Ibotta accounts (though generally not recommended to prevent issues!) and want to link your CVS ExtraCare card to a different one.
Sharing Household Accounts: If another member of your household is now primarily using Ibotta with the same CVS ExtraCare card, unlinking it from your account allows them to link it to theirs. Remember, only one CVS ExtraCare account can be linked to one Ibotta account at a time.
Privacy Concerns: Some users prefer to keep their loyalty programs separate from their rebate apps for various personal reasons.
Troubleshooting Issues: Occasionally, unlinking and relinking an account can resolve issues with offers not applying correctly.
Step 2: Navigate to Your Profile and Settings
Once you're in the Ibotta app, you'll need to find your way to the main menu and then your profile settings.
Look for the three horizontal lines (often called a "hamburger menu") or your profile icon typically located in the top-left corner of the app's home screen. Tap on it.
This will open a side menu. From this menu, locate and tap on "Profile."
On your Profile screen, you'll see various options. Find and tap on "Settings." This is where all the magic happens for managing your account preferences.
QuickTip: Read section by section for better flow.
Step 3: Access Linked Accounts
Within the "Settings" menu, you're getting closer to your goal!
Scroll down or look for an option titled "Linked accounts." This section is specifically designed for managing all the loyalty cards and accounts you've connected to your Ibotta profile.
Tap on "Linked accounts" to proceed.
Sub-heading: A Quick Look at What You'll See Here
In the "Linked accounts" section, you'll typically see a list of all the retailers whose loyalty programs you've connected with Ibotta. This might include your grocery store cards, drugstore cards like CVS, and potentially other retail partners. Each linked account will usually have an option next to it to manage its connection.
Step 4: Unlink Your CVS ExtraCare Account
This is the crucial step!
On the "Linked accounts" screen, you will see "CVS Pharmacy" (or similar wording) listed among your linked retailers.
To the right of the "CVS Pharmacy" listing, you should see a button or text that says "Unlink."
Tap on "Unlink" next to CVS Pharmacy.
Ibotta will likely ask you to confirm your decision. Read the confirmation message carefully to understand what unlinking means for your future earnings at CVS through Ibotta. If you're sure, confirm the unlinking.
Congratulations! You've successfully unlinked your CVS ExtraCare account from Ibotta.
Step 5: Refresh Your Ibotta App (Important!)
After unlinking, it's a good practice to refresh your Ibotta app to ensure the changes take effect immediately.
Tip: The middle often holds the main point.
Return to the Home page of the Ibotta app.
Pull down on the screen (as if you're pulling down a window shade) with your thumb. This action typically refreshes the app's data.
This refresh ensures that Ibotta's system recognizes the unlinking and updates your account status accordingly.
What Happens Next?
Once unlinked, Ibotta will no longer automatically detect your CVS purchases for eligible offers based on your ExtraCare card. If you wish to earn cash back at CVS in the future, you will either need to:
Manually submit receipts: If you don't link an account, you can often still submit a physical receipt for manual verification within Ibotta. However, this is less convenient than automatic linking.
Relink the account: If you unlinked it by mistake or plan to relink it to a different Ibotta account, you'll simply follow the "link account" process again when you're ready.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 10 related "How to" questions with quick answers to further assist you:
How to relink my CVS account to Ibotta?
To relink, go to the CVS Pharmacy retailer page within the Ibotta app, tap "Link account," and enter your CVS ExtraCare credentials.
How to check if my CVS account is linked to Ibotta?
Tip: Reading carefully reduces re-reading.
Open the Ibotta app, go to Profile > Settings > Linked accounts. If "CVS Pharmacy" is listed with an "Unlink" option, it's linked.
How to find my CVS ExtraCare card number if I don't have the physical card?
You can usually find your CVS ExtraCare card number by logging into your CVS.com account or checking recent CVS receipts.
How to ensure I get cash back at CVS after linking?
Always add (+) offers to "Your list" in Ibotta before shopping, and use your linked ExtraCare account at checkout for in-store purchases. For online, ensure you're logged into your linked CVS ExtraCare account when placing the order.
How to troubleshoot if my CVS cash back isn't appearing?
Verify your CVS ExtraCare account was linked before the purchase, you used the linked account at checkout, and then contact Ibotta's Care Team with screenshots of your receipt and the offer.
How to link multiple CVS ExtraCare accounts to Ibotta?
QuickTip: Focus on one line if it feels important.
Unfortunately, you can only link one CVS ExtraCare account to one Ibotta account at a time. If you have multiple ExtraCare accounts, you'll need to choose which one to link or create a new ExtraCare account for a different Ibotta profile (if applicable).
How to delete my Ibotta account entirely?
To delete your Ibotta account, go to Profile > Settings > Delete account within the Ibotta app (on Apple devices) or contact their Care Team through the Help Center.
How to update my email address on my Ibotta account?
Go to Profile > Settings > Login information, then tap "Edit" next to your email address to change it.
How to contact Ibotta customer support for linking issues?
You can contact the Ibotta Care Team through the Help Center section within the app or on their website by submitting a request.
How to maximize savings using Ibotta and CVS together?
Always check Ibotta for offers before shopping, stack Ibotta offers with CVS ExtraBucks and digital coupons, and consider buying CVS gift cards through Ibotta for additional cash back.
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