: Earn My Best Buy Rewards points by dropping off cartridges at their in-store kiosks. 2. Cash Buyback Programs (Best for Bulk or Unused)

: Offers $2 back in rewards per cartridge (up to 10/month), provided you have spent at least $30 on ink/toner there in the last 180 days. They sometimes offer $4 back during special promotions.

You can get "buy back" value for HP ink cartridges in three main ways: official recycling (for free but no cash), retailer rewards (for store credit), or third-party sellers (for actual cash). 1. Store Credit & Rewards (Best for Individuals)

If you want actual cash (check or PayPal), you’ll typically need to use a third-party service rather than HP or a retail store.

: Offers a calculator to check the cash value of your specific HP cartridge models before you send them in. 3. Official HP Planet Partners (Free Recycling Only)

: Pays cash for empty HP and Canon inkjet cartridges. They provide a prepaid shipping label if your total value is over $15.

HP does pay you for used cartridges through its official program. It is strictly for environmental recycling. HP Ink & Toner Cartridge Recycling