Office Depot and Staples are two of the most trusted names in office supply retail, serving small business owners, remote workers, educators, and corporate offices alike. Whether you’re picking up printer paper, ergonomic chairs, or bulk school supplies, the costs can add up quickly—but with the right tools, you can earn cashback on nearly every purchase.

Here’s how to get cashback at Office Depot and Staples using platforms like Fluz, Rakuten, and Ibotta.

1. Fluz: Instant cashback with digital gift cards

Fluz is one of the easiest ways to earn money back when shopping at both retailers. Instead of paying with your debit or credit card, simply buy a digital gift card for the exact amount of your purchase. When you get cashback at Office Depot or buy a Staples gift card online through Fluz, you receive instant cashback—often in the range of 1% to 5%, depending on current rates.

How it works:

• Download the Fluz app
• Select your retailer (Staples or Office Depot)
  
• Enter the purchase amount
  
• Pay and receive the gift card instantly
  
• Use the gift card at checkout—online or in-store
  

These cards work seamlessly with each store’s own loyalty and rewards programs.

2. Rakuten: Cashback by starting your purchase through their portal

Rakuten offers another simple way to earn cashback when shopping online. Just start your shopping trip on Rakuten’s website or app, find Staples or Office Depot, and click through to their website.

Steps to earn with Rakuten:

• Sign in to Rakuten
  
• Search for Staples or Office Depot
  
• Click to be redirected to the retailer
  
• Complete your purchase as usual
  

Cashback will automatically be tracked and credited to your Rakuten account.

3. Stack your savings with store rewards programs

Both retailers offer their own loyalty programs, which you can combine with Fluz and Rakuten:

• Staples Rewards: Earn up to 5% back, plus access to exclusive promotions.
  
• Office Depot Rewards: Earn 2% back in rewards on most purchases.
  

4. Ibotta: Brand-specific cashback opportunities

Ibotta often features office supply brands like Sharpie, Bic, and Scotch. While Ibotta doesn’t always support Office Depot or Staples directly, you can scan receipts or activate select brand offers when shopping at supported retailers.

Best practices for maximizing cashback at both retailers:

• Use Fluz to earn cashback from the gift card purchase
  
• Start online orders through Rakuten for sitewide cashback
  
• Combine with store rewards for additional perks
  
• Check Ibotta for brand-specific product rebates
  

By stacking these strategies, you can reduce your office supply costs by 10–15% or more—on top of sale prices and promotions.