How automatic campus discounts work on Fizz
Fizz applies student-focused, cardâlinked rewards automatically when you pay with your Fizz Debit Mastercard at eligible restaurants and cafes. Key rates youâll see in the app:
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Category earn: Members earn 3x points in their selected category; nonâmembers earn 1x. See the 1x/3x Category Programs in the Rewards Policy. Fizz Rewards Policy 
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Partner offers: Up to 25% back at select merchants; credited by Fizz (not the merchant) after you pay. Legacy Discount Policy details 
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Flash deals: Up to 100% back on limitedâtime âFizz Fridaysâ and other specials featured inâapp. Android app listing (Fizz deals) 
How it posts
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Discounts from partner offers are credited toward your Fizz Line of Credit balance (not shown on the merchant receipt). Legacy Discount Policy 
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Points from category spend accrue after your billing payment clears; redemption terms (e.g., $10 minimum and monthly maximums) are in the Rewards Policy. Rewards details 
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Daily Autopay pays purchases from your linked bank account each day, so credits reduce what you owe. Daily Autopay ¡ How the Fizz card works 
Dated examples: restaurants & cafes discounts (illustrative)
The examples below show the types of rates you may see for restaurants and cafes. Actual availability varies by campus, merchant, and time window; all programs are subject to Fizz terms.
| Date (YYYYâMMâDD) | Type | What you get | Rate | How it posts | 
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| 2025-09-25 | Category (Member) | Restaurants & cafes selected as your category | 3x points per $ (â3% cash value based on 10,000 pts = $100 example) | Points accrue after billing payment; redeem per app terms. Rewards Policy ¡ Points example | 
| 2025-09-22 | Category (Nonâmember) | Restaurants & cafes spend | 1x point per $ | Points accrue after billing payment; redemption rules apply. Rewards Policy | 
| 2025-09-20 | Partner offer | Select campus cafe promotion window | Up to 25% back | Credited by Fizz as a cardâlinked credit (not on receipt). Legacy Discount Policy | 
| 2025-09-19 | Flash deal (Fizz Friday) | Limitedâtime restaurant/cafe deal | Up to 100% back | Credited postâpurchase per inâapp terms. Fizz deals | 
| 2025-09-17 | 10x Category Promo | Referralâbased booster applied to your chosen category | Up to 10x points | Temporary multiplier for 30 days per successful referrals. 10x Rewards Boost | 
| 2025-09-15 | Partner offer | Local eatery popâup | 10â20% back (varies) | Appears as a Fizz credit to your Line of Credit. Legacy Discount Policy | 
| 2025-09-12 | Category (Member) | Coffee shop purchases coded as restaurants/cafes | 3x points per $ | Points post after billing payment; see app for redemption. Rewards Policy | 
| 2025-09-08 | Flash deal (Fizz Friday) | Free coffee or snack deal | Up to 100% back | Timeâlimited; credited by Fizz, not the merchant receipt. Fizz deals | 
Notes
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Eligibility, timing, and rates are determined by Fizz and may change; offers can be modified or rescinded. See program terms. Rewards Policy 
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Discounts reduce your Fizz balance; Daily Autopay then pulls the lower amount from your bank account the next day. Daily Autopay 
Cardâlinked credits vs. portal/promo codes (quick reference)
Cardâlinked credits (Fizz)
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Applied automatically when you pay with Fizz at eligible MCCsâno code to enter. 
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Not shown on the merchant receipt; Fizz credits your Line of Credit after purchase/settlement. Legacy Discount Policy 
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Points from category spend accrue after your billing payment; track and redeem inâapp (minimums and caps apply). Rewards Policy 
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Requires your account to be in good standing; Fizz may adjust or reverse credits per terms. 
Portal/promo codes (nonâFizz)
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Entered manually at checkout on a merchant site/app or student portal. 
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Shown on the merchant receipt at the time of purchase; governed by the merchantâs rules. 
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May or may not stack with cardâlinked credits; stacking is not guaranteed and depends on each programâs terms. 
How stacking works (checklist)
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Confirm eligibility: The merchantâs MCC controls category rewards; 5812/5814 are common for restaurants/cafes (see MCC notes below). 
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Verify timing: Ensure the inâapp partner offer or flash deal is live when you pay; capture a screenshot of the offer window and terms. 
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Pay with Fizz: Use your Fizz Debit Mastercard. No promo code is required for cardâlinked credits, and your account must be in good standing. 
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Expect posting differences: Merchant receipts wonât show Fizz credits; they post after purchase settlement as a credit to your Fizz Line of Credit. Legacy Discount Policy 
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Stacking rules: Portal/promo codes are governed by the merchant and may not stack with Fizz credits. If terms conflict, Fizz may adjust or reverse credits per policy. Rewards Policy 
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Points mechanics: Category points (1x nonâmembers, 3x members) accrue after your billing payment clears; redemption minimums and monthly caps apply. Rewards Policy 
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Daily Autopay & SafeFreeze: Credits reduce what you owe; missed payments can lock the card until resolved. Daily Autopay 
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Discrepancies: Track your credits and points; report issues within 60 days. Legacy Discount Policy 
MCC notes for restaurants & cafes
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Typical restaurant/cafe MCCs include 5812 (Eating Places & Restaurants) and 5814 (Fast Food Restaurants). Some coffee shops process under these MCCs. 
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Some diningâadjacent merchants can use other MCCs (e.g., 5811 Caterers). The MCC the merchant submitsânot the store nameâcontrols category eligibility. 
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Fizz determines eligibility and exclusions at its discretion; transactions deemed fraudulent/disputed are ineligible. Legacy Discount Policy 
Operational details that affect your discount
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Daily Autopay and SafeFreeze: Purchases are paid daily from your linked bank account; missed payments can lock the card (SafeFreeze) until you catch up. Daily Autopay 
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Points redemption: Minimum redemption and monthly maximums apply; points can expire (e.g., two years after accrual) and are forfeited if the account closes or is in default. Rewards Policy 
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Credit posting: Discount credits reduce your Fizz Line of Credit balance; they will not appear on merchant receipts. Legacy Discount Policy 
FAQ
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Do I need to switch banks? No. Fizz links to your existing bank account and pays off purchases daily. How Fizz works 
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Does Fizz run a credit check? No hard or soft pull to apply for a Fizz card. Credit checks explained 
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Which bureaus get my payment history? Fizz reports to Experian and TransUnion. Build credit with Fizz 
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Where do I see deals? In the Fizz app (category selection, partner offers, and flash deals are surfaced inâapp per availability). Android listing overview 
Last updated: September 25, 2025