If you love earning money back on everyday purchases, the Activate Rewards New Year rebate is one you don’t want to miss. It’s simple, digital, and works with both in-store and online receipts — no complicated apps required.
How the Activate Rewards New Year Rebate Works
Purchase Window
Buy participating products between December 28, 2025 and February 28, 2026 in one transaction.
Upload Your Receipt
Upload a photo of your entire receipt showing qualifying items.
Online purchases are accepted as well — just upload a screenshot of your shipping, pickup, or delivery confirmation.
All receipts must be submitted by March 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM PST.
Choose Your Reward
Once your receipt is validated (usually within 2–5 business days), you’ll receive an email to select your reward amount — $5, $10, or $25, depending on how much you spent.
Rewards must be claimed by March 31, 2026.
Spend Levels and Rewards
Here’s how the rebate tiers break down:
- Spend $20 and earn $5 back
- Spend $30 and earn $10 back
- Spend $75 and earn $25 back
You can mix and match eligible items on the same receipt to reach a higher reward tier.
Where You Can Use This Rebate
- In-store purchases with paper receipts
- Online orders including delivery, pickup, or shipping
- No Catalina required — this rebate is completed entirely online
Important Details to Know
- Your receipt image must show the entire receipt clearly
- Partial screenshots or missing information may cause rejection
- Rewards are issued as a Visa Virtual Rewards Card
- Valid in the 50 U.S. states and Washington, D.C.
Tips to Maximize the Activate Rewards Rebate
Try to aim for the higher reward tier if possible — adding one extra item can make a big difference.
Purchase items you already use so you’re not overspending just to hit a rebate goal.
Submit receipts as soon as possible to avoid missing the deadline.