Owners of the Chase Freedom or Chase Freedom Flex cards will be happy to hear that Chase has officially announced their 5% cash back categories for the first quarter (Q1) of 2025. Cardholders will be able to earn cashback on purchases for various categories in quarter 1 (Q1) from January until the end March.
The activation link is conveniently placed below for Chase Freedom / Freedom Flex cardholders. Sign up to enroll for the quarter 1 (Q1) 5% cash back categories!
If you’re not a Chase Freedom cardholder, then you might want to hear about its fantastic benefits. See our review of the Chase Freedom Flex card for its features and benefits.
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Chase Freedom Flex Summary
![]() The Chase Freedom FlexSM offers a $150 bonus after you spend $500 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. 0% Intro APR for 15 months from account opening on purchases and balance transfers, then a variable APR of 19.24% - 27.99%. You'll earn: • Earn 5% cash back on up to $1,500 in combined purchases in bonus categories each quarter you activate. Enjoy new 5% categories each quarter! • 5% cash back on travel purchased through Chase Travel?, our premier rewards program that lets you redeem rewards for cash back, travel, gift cards and more • 3% cash back on drugstore purchases and dining at restaurants, including takeout and eligible delivery service • Unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases You cash back rewards do not expire as long as your account is open and there is no minimum to redeem for cash back. This card has no annual fee. |
Chase Freedom / Freedom Flex 2025 Q1 Categories
Earn 5% cash back on up to $1,500 in combined purchases at Grocery Stores excluding Walmart® and Target®, Norwegian Cruise Line®, Fitness Clubs & Gym Memberships, and Hair, Nails & Spa Services from 1/1/2025 – 3/31/2025 to celebrate our 15th Birthday!
- Grocery Stores excluding Walmart® and Target®
- Norwegian Cruise Line®
- Fitness Clubs & Gym Memberships
- Hair, Nails & Spa Services
Activate by March 14, 2025.
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View the latest Chase Freedom Flex 5% Cash Back Categories.
Chase Freedom / Freedom Flex 5% Categories
Below are the categories for 2025:
- January-March 2025: Grocery Stores excluding Walmart® and Target®, Norwegian Cruise Line®, Fitness Clubs & Gym Memberships, and Hair, Nails & Spa Services
- April-June 2025: TBA
- July-September 2025: TBA
- October-December 2025: TBA
Below are the categories for 2024:
- January-March 2024: Grocery Stores (excluding Walmart), Fitness Club & Gym Memberships, Self-Care & Spa Services
- April-June 2024: Amazon & Whole Foods, Hotels, Restaurants
- July-September 2024: Gas Stations, EV Charging, Live Entertainment, Movie Theatres
- October-December 2024: McDonald’s, PayPal, Pet Shops, Vet Services, Select Charities
Below are the categories for 2023:
- January-March 2023: Grocery Stores (excluding Walmart), Target, Fitness Clubs & Gym Memberships
- April-June 2023: Lowe’s and Amazon.com
- July-September 2023: Gas Stations, EV Charging and Select Live Entertainment
- October-December 2023: PayPal, Wholesale Clubs, Select Charities
Below are the categories for 2022:
- January-March 2022: Grocery Stores (excluding Target® and Walmart®) and eBay
- April-June 2022: Amazon.com and on Select Streaming Services
- July-September 2022: Gas Stations, Car Rental Agencies, Movie Theaters and on Select Live Entertainment
- October-December 2022: Walmart & Purchases made using PayPal
See Chase Freedom Flex FAQs \ See Chase Freedom FAQs
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Bottom Line
The Chase Freedom® card offers a fantastic introductory 0% APR on purchases and balance transfers and no annual fee. Additionally you can earn 5% cash back on select categories.
You can keep up with the other Chase Freedom / Freedom Flex 5% Categories:
- Chase Freedom Second Quarter 5% Cash Back Categories
- Chase Freedom Third Quarter 5% Cash Back Categories
- Chase Freedom Fourth Quarter 5% Cash Back Categories
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Link only took me to the current categories.