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Does Netflix (ad-supported plan)
code as Streaming?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at Netflix (ad-supported plan) — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
5968
Category
Direct Marketing – Continuity / Subscription
Reward Category
Streaming
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Best cards for Netflix (ad-supported plan)
Amex Blue Cash Preferred
6% back on streaming
6% back
Citi Custom Cash
5% back on top spend category (auto)
5% back
Amex Blue Cash Everyday
3% back on streaming
3% back
Chase Sapphire Preferred
3x UR on streaming
3x UR
Chase Freedom Flex
3% back on streaming
3% back
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does Netflix (ad-supported plan) use?
Netflix (ad-supported plan) uses MCC 5968 — Direct Marketing – Continuity / Subscription. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Netflix (ad-supported plan) by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Netflix (ad-supported plan) count as direct marketing – continuity / subscription for credit card rewards?
Yes — Netflix (ad-supported plan) codes as Direct Marketing – Continuity / Subscription (MCC 5968), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a direct marketing – continuity / subscription category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Netflix (ad-supported plan)?
The best card depends on how Netflix (ad-supported plan) codes. Since it uses MCC 5968 (Direct Marketing – Continuity / Subscription), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.