Start by signing in to your American Express online account.
As soon as your Membership Rewards points show up in your account there, they are ready to use.
At the top of the page, you’ll see options such as account services, benefits, and rewards. Click on Rewards.
On the next page you’ll see the total number of points in your account, and below the total is a drop-down menu with several options.
You’ll be able to select an option to redeem your points for travel, shopping, or to redeem your points for gift cards, and much more.
This is also where you can select Transfer Your Points if you decide to transfer your Membership Rewards points to an airline or hotel travel partner.