Make rent rewarding
Make rent rewarding
Piñata, the reward and credit building program for renters, lets you earn rewards, save on everyday expenses and boost your credit score for a sweeter rental experience. Rent just got an upgrade.
Based on 1,332 reviews on app stores
Rent is broken. We're going to fix it.
Rent is broken. We're going to fix it.
GET REWARDED FOR BEING A RENTER
Use the free app to keep tabs on your rent payments and get our in-app currency called Piñata Cash to spend on rewards of your choice. You get Piñata Cash every month, along with ways to earn more everyday.
Rewards are a download away, starting with a $30 gift card just for creating an account!
Spend your Piñata Cash on rewards
Spend your monthly windfall of Piñata Cash on curated rewards that fill your body, soul, and home with tip-top products and services from standout national, and local brands.
And, with exclusive access to our marketplace with over 300,000 deals, you can squirrel away up to $4,500 annually. Renting never tasted so good.
Your rent just got an upgrade.
Boost your credit score
Pinata’s Credit Engine can supercharge your credit score by up to 42 points. Finally get the credit you deserve for your largest monthly expense…your rent. The best part, it’s free.
We are partnered with TransUnion, a major credit bureau to report your rent.
Piñata in the news
“Serving as the link between landlords and tenants, Piñata is assisting both amid the coronavirus pandemic by asking the former to nominate financially burdened residents to benefit from its rent relief campaign.”
“With more than 53 million Americans lacking a credit score, Piñata’s offering presents a novel opportunity for renters to directly establish credit or boost their credit score.”
“Paying rent each month is non-negotiable but with Piñata, you’ll get paid to pay rent on time. It’s super simple. Pay rent on time and earn rewards and discounts for doing so.”
“This new [credit engine] offering complements Piñata’s existing rental rewards program, as the platform emerges as the de facto membership program for renters and landlords.”
“The company allows landlords to customize both the rewards and the behaviors that are rewarded, like early lease renewal or having renters complete do-it-yourself maintenance.”
“[With Piñata] renters can earn rewards and get credit reporting to improve their credit scores without having to change the method of rent payment.”
Rewards reimagined
We’re making it rain with stuff you need and love, from outstanding brands.
PARTNERSHIPS WITH PAYOFF
Learn how Piñata can help you connect with your audience.
Piñata for landlords
Level up your renter relationships and create custom incentives for your renters.
Piñata for Brands
Connect to new customers through our rewards or marketplace experiences.
The word on the street
I am usually very selective with apps but I’m already paying rent so why shouldn’t I get all the extras? It’s also very unobtrusive as far as apps go. I’m all in
Jason L.
Let’s see, the app is free, it gives me free stuff that actually helps me lower my monthly expenses, and it builds my credit, for free. Did I mention it’s free?
Aiden M.
Buying a house is years in the future for me and most of my friends. But I still spend tons of money on rent and it only makes sense to get credit for it.
Kai C.
A chance to build my credit score, and the rewards program, are the reasons why I’m sharing this app with all my friends…I’ve already made $80 sharing it!
Ben M.
This app has brought me so many amazing deals since signing up. It linked me to a sister app as well and it seems like I never stop earning rewards!
Lili Q.
I have earned rewards for flying, driving, even buying coffee, but never for my single, largest monthly expense – paying rent. Thanks, Piñata, for building my credit!
Jackson C.
Every month I pay rent (duh) without getting anything extra in return. Finally, I feel a bit special for being a renter. And hey, you can’t knock free coffee and chocolate!
Emily S.
I’ve gotten rewards for paying rent and awesome deals on wine, restaurants, gifts, even a soft bamboo pajama! The app is well designed and smart.
Danielle T.
Questions and answers
What do I get with a free membership?
Your membership gives you Piñata Cash on rent day, builds your credit and gives you access to thousands of deals!
Does my landlord need to be a Piñata member?
Nope, any renter, no matter the landlord, is able to create an account with us.
Do I pay rent with Piñata?
Nope. You’ll continue to pay rent to your landlord in whatever way you currently are. You just input your rent payment due date in the app and you’re good to go! If you want free credit-building you’ll connect your bank account so we can send your verified rent payments to TransUnion, a major credit bureau. Simple as pie.
Is credit building free?
Yes! We report your rent payment to one of the three major credit bureaus, free of charge.
Is Piñata secure?
We encrypt all key personal data and only use trusted partners like Stripe and Plaid, which are used by major banks and other financial institutions. Piñata can never see users’ personal information or access bank account credentials.
How does Piñata make money?
We make money through paid memberships with landlords and property managers.
What if I am late with my payment? is it also reported?
No. Since you don’t pay rent through Piñata and continue to pay rent to your landlord in whatever way you currently are, we only report verified rent payments to TransUnion, a major credit bureau. Simply input your rent payment due date in the app, and connect your bank account for verification, and you are good to go!
