How to earn cash back with Upside.

It’s easy to earn. Just claim an offer, shop as usual, and get money back.

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How it works

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Claim an offer

Open the app and choose an offer on gas, groceries, or restaurants near you. New offers added daily.

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Earn cash back

After you claim an offer and make a purchase, you’ll see cash back hit your account. Use Pay with Upside to earn in minutes.

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Spend your way

You can cash out directly to your bank account or gift cards from your favorite retailers. No minimum amount required.

How does Upside offer cash back?

Upside is a free app that helps you earn cash back on everyday buys like gas, groceries, and dining. Businesses grow, while you earn on essential purchases. Upside makes everyday shopping a win-win.

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Stores offer cash back

Retailers fund offers on Upside to win new customers and more trips. If they would've made the sale anyway, Upside funds the offer.

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You earn cash back

When you shop at these stores and buy what you need, you get a little back.

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Stores fund offers

More than 100,000 stores nationwide fund offers on Upside to attract your business.

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You earn cash back

When you shop at these stores and buy what you need, you get a little back.

Is Upside safe?

Your safety comes first. That’s why we have four promises you can count on.

Your personal information is protected

Upside does not sell your personal information to third parties. We also use industry-standard encryption to secure your data.

Your payment information stays private

When you link a card to claim offers, that connection is handled through secure, tokenized processing, the same technology used by major banks and payment platforms.

Your cash back
is real and redeemable

Cash back earned on Upside can be transferred directly to your bank account or redeemed as gift cards, whenever you want. No minimums. No hidden fees.

Your offers are from trusted partners.

Upside has a direct partnership with every business on the app. You're guided to top spots in your local area, not unfamiliar or unverified businesses.

Ready to earn cash back?

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