Gas Prices Are Brutal — Here’s How to Get Cash Back Every Time You Fill Up

⛽ Gas Prices Are Insane — Fight Back

The Upside App Pays You Cash Back Every Time You Fill Up

⛽ Extra $0.25/gal on Your First Fill-Up

Stop Paying Full Price
for Gas

Gas prices are brutal right now and there is no sign of relief. The Upside app puts real cash back in your pocket every single time you fill up — plus groceries and dining too. Free to download, free to use.

Free app • iOS & Android • Cash out to PayPal, bank, or gift card

Why You Need This App Right Now

If you have been to a gas station recently, you already know how bad it is. Prices have been climbing and every fill-up feels like a gut punch. While you cannot control what the pump charges, you can control whether you get some of that money back — and that is exactly what the Upside app is designed to do.

Upside is a free cash back app that works at thousands of gas stations, grocery stores, and restaurants across the country. You browse available offers in the app, claim one before you fill up, pay normally at the pump, and Upside deposits real cash back into your account. No points, no rewards currency — actual dollars you can transfer to your bank, PayPal, or redeem as a gift card whenever you want.

Right now, new users can score an even bigger bonus on their very first fill-up using one of two promo codes. Here is what is available:

💡 Which code should you pick? If you drive a lot and have a big tank, 25CACTUS will likely earn you more. A 15-gallon fill-up = $3.75 bonus. If you want a guaranteed flat bonus on any $10+ purchase, go with CACTUS for the $5 flat bonus.

⛽ Download Upside & Claim Your Bonus →

Free to download · iOS & Android · Use code 25CACTUS or CACTUS at signup

What You Can Earn with Upside

The new user promo is just the beginning. Once you are set up, Upside keeps paying you back on everyday spending across three categories:

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Gas

Earn up to 25¢/gallon cash back at participating stations every time you fill up.

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Groceries

Earn an average of 8% cash back at participating grocery stores near you.

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Dining

Earn an average of 8% cash back at thousands of restaurants across the country.

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Real Cash

No points or rewards currency. Cash out to PayPal, your bank account, or a gift card.

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Thousands of Locations

Upside works at gas stations, grocery stores, and restaurants nationwide.

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Completely Free

The app is free to download and free to use. No subscription, no fees.

How to Set Up Upside and Enter Your Promo Code

Getting started takes about two minutes. Follow these steps to make sure your promo code is applied correctly before your first transaction:

Download the Upside App

Search for “Upside” in the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android) and download the free app.

Create Your Account

Enter Your Promo Code

Tap the person icon at the top right → go to your Profile → tap Edit next to “Promo code” → enter 25CACTUS or CACTUS → tap Done. Use one code only — they cannot be combined.

Add Your Payment Card

Add your credit or debit card in the app. Upside needs this to validate your transactions and apply your cash back — without it, purchases cannot be tracked.

Claim an Offer Before You Fill Up

Open the app, find a gas station near you with an active offer, tap to claim it, then fill up and pay normally at the pump.

Cash Out Whenever You Want

Once your cash back is confirmed, transfer it to PayPal, your bank account, or redeem it as a gift card — no minimum balance required to cash out.

How to Cash Out Your Earnings

Upside pays you in real money — not points, not store credit. Here are your three options for getting your cash back out:

Cash Out Method	Details
💳 PayPal	Transfer directly to your PayPal account. Usually processed within 1–3 business days.
🏦 Bank Account	Direct deposit to your checking or savings account via ACH transfer.
🎁 Gift Card	Redeem your balance as a gift card from a wide selection of popular retailers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Upside is completely free to download and use. There is no subscription, no membership fee, and no hidden charges. Upside makes money by partnering with businesses who pay to attract customers, and they share a portion of that with you as cash back.

It depends on your situation. Use 25CACTUS if you want extra cash back per gallon on your first fill-up — great if you have a larger gas tank. Use CACTUS if you want a flat $5 bonus on any first purchase of $10 or more, which also works for groceries or dining. You can only use one — they cannot be combined.

After downloading the app and creating your account, tap the person icon in the top right corner → go to Profile → tap Edit next to “Promo code” → type in your code → tap Done. Make sure to do this before your first transaction.

Yes. You must add a payment card to your Upside account. Without it, Upside cannot verify your purchases and cannot apply your cash back. You still pay normally at the pump or register — Upside just uses the card to confirm the transaction happened.

Upside offers up to 25¢ per gallon cash back at participating gas stations on an ongoing basis, in addition to any new user promo bonus. The exact amount varies by location and offer, so check the app before you fill up to find the best deal near you.

Yes. Upside works across three categories: gas, groceries, and dining. Users earn an average of 8% cash back at participating grocery stores and restaurants. The app shows you available offers near your location in real time.

You can cash out your Upside balance at any time to PayPal, your bank account via direct deposit, or as a gift card from a selection of popular retailers. There is no minimum balance required to cash out.

Upside works at thousands of gas stations nationwide, including most major brands. Open the app and search your location to see which stations near you have active offers. Coverage is extensive in most U.S. cities and suburbs.

⛽ Download Upside & Start Saving →

Free · iOS & Android · Enter code 25CACTUS or CACTUS after signup

Stop Paying Full Pricefor Gas