In our last lesson, we talked about earning No-Rush Shipping credits. But here is the problem: Amazon doesn’t show these credits in your standard “Gift Card” balance. It’s like having a secret bank account that you can’t see the balance of—and if you don’t use the money, it disappears.
Here is the “Cheap101” guide to finding your hidden credits so you never let a free book or movie rental expire again.
1. The Direct Link Method
Because there is no simple “Credit Balance” button on the Amazon homepage, the fastest way to check is a specific “backdoor” link.
- The Link: Go to
amazon.com/norushcreditsin your browser. - What you’ll see: This page will show your “Total Rewards” balance and, more importantly, the expiration dates for each credit.
2. Spotting Credits at Checkout
If you don’t want to use the link, you can see your balance “in the wild” while shopping for digital items (like a Kindle book or a movie rental).
- Look for the “Promotion” Line: On the product page of a digital item, you’ll often see a small note that says “Your price: $0.00” (or a lower price than listed).
- Click “Details”: Right next to the price, there is usually a tiny link for “Details” or “More info” that will show you exactly how many credits are being applied to that purchase.
3. Use Them or Lose Them
Unlike gift cards, No-Rush credits always expire (usually within 90 days).
- Pro Tip: If you see credits expiring soon, use them to “pre-order” a book or movie. This locks in the credit value even if the item isn’t released until after your credit would have expired.
Summary: Finding Your Funds
| Method | Where to Look | Why? |
| Direct URL | amazon.com/norushcredits | The only place to see all credits and dates. |
| Product Page | Kindle/Digital item details | Shows what’s available for that specific buy. |
| Confirmation Email | Your Inbox | Amazon sends an email every time a credit ships. |