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Heads up, Chase Freedom Flex℠ and Chase Freedom® cardholders! Registration is now open to activate your bonus categories for the first quarter of 2026 (January 1st to March 31st). This is your chance to earn a sweet 5% cash back on purchases within the select categories.
Why should you care? Well, a little planning can translate to a lot of extra cash in your pocket. By activating your card and strategically using it within these categories, you're essentially getting a bonus on your everyday spending. It's free money, people! Don't leave it on the table.
Make sure you head over to the Chase website or app to activate your card ASAP so you can start racking up those bonus rewards when the new year rolls around. It only takes a minute, and the potential savings are definitely worth it!
Why This Matters for Your Strategy
News in the points-and-miles world moves fast, and promotional changes often have a short window. If this announcement affects a card or program you hold, log into your awardtrail dashboard to check your current benefit usage, bonus progress, and whether a transfer or redemption makes sense right now — before terms change.
As a general rule: transfer points only when you have a specific redemption in mind — transfers are almost always one-way and non-reversible. If you're unsure of the value, check our redemption guides before acting.
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