Google’s $500 referral program returns, making it one of the easiest ways to save on a Pixel
MobileGoogle's $500 referral program returns, making it one of the easiest ways to save on a PixelA new Pixel and some extra cash? Google has our attention.By Shimul Sood•Oct 1, 2026 — 5:14 AM ET•0•Brady Snyder / Android AuthorityAdd Android Authority on Google: Preferred SourceGoogle DiscoverTL;DR Google’s Pixel Referral Program gives buyers 10% off a Pixel on the US Google Store, with codes valid until November 4. Eligible referrers earn $50 in Google Store credit per successful referral, up to $500 across 10 referrals.
- ▪MobileGoogle's $500 referral program returns, making it one of the easiest ways to save on a PixelA new Pixel and some extra cash?
- ▪Google has our attention.By Shimul Sood•Oct 1, 2026 — 5:14 AM ET•0•Brady Snyder / Android AuthorityAdd Android Authority on Google: Preferred SourceGoogle DiscoverTL;DR Google’s Pixel Referral Program gives buyers 10% off a Pixel on the US
- ▪Eligible referrers earn $50 in Google Store credit per successful referral, up to $500 across 10 referrals.
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| Canonical URL | https://www.androidauthority.com/google-pixel-11-referral-program-3717814/ |
| Publication time | Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:14:02 +0000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-10-01T09:22:32.239Z |
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