In short: Useful for earning back a little on gas and groceries; offers vary by location and must be claimed before buying.
- Free
- $1B+ paid out
- Claim before buying
- Not tested by us
Before you sign up
Checked 2026-09-28 · based on official and public sources · not tested by us
App that gives cash back on gas, groceries and restaurants at partner locations.
Data sheet
Compiled from the public sources linked below
| What it does | App that gives cash back on gas, groceries and restaurants at partner locations. |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free; cash out to bank, PayPal or gift cards. |
| Sign-up | Free account; US. |
| Operator | Upside Services, Inc. |
| Caution | Serves the US only. Offers vary by location; requires claiming before purchase and uploading receipts or linking cards. |
When to use it
US drivers and shoppers who regularly buy gas, groceries or meals at partner locations near them.
Before you use it
Offers vary by location. You must claim an offer before buying and then upload a receipt or use a linked card.
How to use it
- Download Upside and create a free account
- Claim an offer at a nearby partner before you buy
- Upload your receipt or pay with a linked card, then cash out
Why people use it
Upside says 35 million consumers use its marketplace and it has paid out more than $1 billion in cash back.

Checked 2026-09-28 · compiled from public sources; we have not tested it ourselves. Terms change, so check the official pages before you rely on it. · Official site · Upside About