MCC Code
4899
Category
Cable, Satellite, and Other Pay Television and Radio Services
Reward Category
Streaming
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What MCC code does Criterion Channel use?
Criterion Channel uses MCC 4899 — Cable, Satellite, and Other Pay Television and Radio Services. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Criterion Channel by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Criterion Channel count as cable, satellite, and other pay television and radio services for credit card rewards?
Yes — Criterion Channel codes as Cable, Satellite, and Other Pay Television and Radio Services (MCC 4899), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a cable, satellite, and other pay television and radio services category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Criterion Channel?
The best card depends on how Criterion Channel codes. Since it uses MCC 4899 (Cable, Satellite, and Other Pay Television and Radio Services), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.