About McDonald's Receipts
Most US McDonald's receipts include a 26-digit McDVoice survey code printed near the bottom. Completing the survey earns a free menu item when you bring the receipt back within 30 days. McDonald's receipts show the restaurant number (MCD#), order type (Eat In, Drive Thru, McDelivery, Curbside), order number, and itemized food items with abbreviations like QPC (Quarter Pounder with Cheese), EVM (Extra Value Meal), and HM (Happy Meal).
McDonald's in Numbers
McDonald's operates 13,500+ US restaurants and 40,000+ worldwide across 100+ countries. Founded in 1940 by Richard and Maurice McDonald in San Bernardino, California, it became the world's largest fast food chain by 1970. McDonald's serves 70M+ customers daily globally. The McDVoice survey program launched in 2003 and remains one of the longest-running customer feedback systems in fast food, with millions of survey responses processed annually.
What Is On a McDonald's Receipt
| Section | Details |
|---|
| Header | 'McDonald's' name, store address, phone |
| Restaurant ID | MCD# (4-5 digit location ID) |
| Transaction info | Date, time, register, cashier |
| Order type | Eat In, Take Out, Drive Thru, Curbside, McDelivery |
| Order number | 3-4 digit number |
| Items | Item name, quantity, price |
| Subtotal | Pre-tax total |
| Tax | Sales tax (varies by state) |
| Total | Final amount |
| Payment | Method, last 4 of card |
| Survey code | 26-digit McDVoice code |
Receipt Return Policy
- Lost paper receipts can be reprinted at the same store within 24-48 hours
- App orders are stored in McDonald's app order history for 90 days
- Mobile order pickup receipts are emailed automatically
- Refunds require the original receipt or app order confirmation
FAQs
How do I use the McDonald's survey code for free food?
Find the 26-digit code on your receipt. Go to mcdvoice.com, enter the code, complete the 5-minute survey. You'll receive a validation code at the end. Write it on the receipt and bring back to McDonald's within 30 days to redeem free menu items (typically BOGO or free small fries).
How do I find my McDonald's app receipt?
Open the McDonald's app, tap your profile, then Order History. Select the order and tap View Receipt. The McDonald's app stores 90 days of app-based orders. In-store paper purchases don't appear in the app โ they're separate.
What do the abbreviations on a McDonald's receipt mean?
QPC = Quarter Pounder with Cheese, EVM = Extra Value Meal, HM = Happy Meal, LG/MD/SM = Large/Medium/Small. NO PIK = no pickles. ADD CHS = add cheese. McDonald's abbreviates to save thermal paper since busy locations print thousands of receipts daily.
How long is the McDonald's survey code valid?
The receipt must be from the past 7 days to use the McDVoice survey code. After completing the survey, you receive a validation code that must be redeemed at McDonald's within 30 days. The free item offer is location-specific and typically requires a minimum purchase.