For dedicated Microsoft Rewards users, March 2026 brings a significant reduction in daily earning potential. Microsoft has cut the points awarded for Daily Set tasks by 50%, dropping each task from 10 points to 5 points across multiple regions.
What Changed
The Daily Set, a trio of simple browser-based tasks accessible on the Microsoft Rewards dashboard, previously awarded 10 points per task for a total of 30 points daily. As of early March 2026, each task now grants only 5 points, reducing the daily total to 15 points.
The three Daily Set activities typically involve clicking a link, completing a quick quiz, or answering a poll. Users discovered the reduction when completing their daily tasks on March 6, 2026, with many confirming the change through the dashboard’s sneak peek at tomorrow’s set
feature.
The change appears to be rolling out globally rather than being confined to specific regions. Users across multiple countries have reported the reduction, and the change was not formally announced by Microsoft prior to implementation.
This reduction amounts to a loss of approximately 450 points per month for consistent users, making the path to redeeming rewards like Xbox Game Pass subscriptions or gift cards measurably longer.
The Daily Set reduction is part of a pattern of Microsoft Rewards adjustments throughout 2025 and early 2026. Microsoft recently increased the point cost for Xbox gift cards and made other modifications to earning opportunities across the program.
In a statement to Windows Latest regarding previous changes, Microsoft said the Rewards program is regularly evolved to reflect our growth and expansion
, and that the company evaluates every change for consistency and fairness
.
Remaining Earning Options
Despite the reduction, multiple other point-earning methods remain available through the Microsoft Rewards dashboard:
- Daily Bing searches (PC and mobile)
- Xbox app tasks and achievements
- Weekly sets and bonus activities
- Purchase rewards through Microsoft Store
Users report it remains possible to earn approximately 10,000 points per month through these combined activities, though reaching redemption thresholds now requires more consistent engagement across multiple earning methods.
Community Response
The reaction from active Rewards users has been one of disappointment. The Daily Set was valued as a quick, reliable source of points requiring minimal time investment. Many users expressed frustration that the change was discovered through normal use rather than being communicated in advance.
Discussion on forums and social media indicates some users are reassessing their participation in the program, particularly those who primarily engaged through Daily Set tasks rather than the full range of earning activities.
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