Chick-fil-A has three member tiers in its rewards program, each with different benefits
Chick-fil-A's rewards program uses three membership levels: Silver, Gold, and Red. You start at Silver when you join, and you move up by spending money at Chick-fil-A restaurants. Each level unlocks different perks — mostly bonus points, exclusive menu items, and birthday rewards. The program is free to join and works through the Chick-fil-A app or website.
Your membership level resets every calendar year on January 1st. That means if you reach Gold in November, you start back at Silver the following January and have to spend again to climb the tiers. Points you earn do not reset — they stay in your account — but your level status does.
Key Takeaways
- Silver is the entry level and gives you 1 point per dollar spent, plus a birthday reward.
- Gold requires $100 spent in a year and gives you 1.25 points per dollar, plus bonus points on certain menu items.
- Red requires $500 spent in a year and gives you 1.5 points per dollar, plus exclusive perks like free items and priority access to new menu tests.
- Your level resets every January 1st, but your accumulated points carry over to the next year.
- You can track your spending and current level in real time through the Chick-fil-A app.
Silver: The Starting Level
Every member begins at Silver when they join the rewards program. You earn 1 point for every dollar you spend on food or drinks. Silver members also receive a birthday reward — usually a free item or bonus points — during their birthday month.
There is no spending requirement to stay at Silver. You can remain here indefinitely and still earn points and redeem rewards. Many people stay at Silver because they do not visit Chick-fil-A frequently enough to reach the higher tiers.
Gold: The Middle Tier
You reach Gold by spending $100 in a calendar year. Gold members earn 1.25 points per dollar instead of 1 point, which means your rewards accumulate faster. You also get bonus points on certain menu items — typically 50 bonus points when you buy a Chick-fil-A Sandwich or similar signature items.
Gold members keep their status for the rest of that calendar year once they hit $100 spent. If you drop below $100 by December 31st, you do not fall back to Silver — you stay Gold through the end of the year. On January 1st, your level resets to Silver, and you start the $100 spending requirement over.
Red: The Top Tier
Red is the highest level and requires $500 spent in a calendar year. Red members earn 1.5 points per dollar, the highest earning rate. You also get bonus points on a wider range of menu items than Gold members, and you unlock exclusive perks like free items on certain occasions and early access to new menu items being tested in your area.
Red members sometimes receive special offers or surprise rewards that are not available to lower tiers. These vary by location and time of year. Like Gold, once you reach Red, you keep that status through the end of the calendar year even if you do not spend again.
How Points Work Across All Levels
Points are the currency of the Chick-fil-A rewards program. You earn them every time you make a purchase, and the rate depends on your current level. You can redeem points for free food — typically 100 to 150 points gets you a free entrée or drink, depending on what you order.
Points do not expire as long as your account remains active. If you have not used your Chick-fil-A app or account in over two years, the company may close your account and points may be lost, but normal use keeps your points safe. You can check your point balance and redemption options in the app at any time.
Tracking Your Level and Spending
The Chick-fil-A app shows your current level, how much you have spent toward the next level, and your total points balance on your account dashboard. You can see this information as soon as you open the app after logging in. The app also displays your birthday reward status and any bonus point offers available to your tier.
Spending tracked toward your level includes purchases made through the app, in-restaurant with your phone number or app, or with a physical Chick-fil-A card linked to your account. Drive-through and dine-in purchases both count as long as you provide your phone number or scan your app at checkout. Online orders placed through the app also count.
What Happens When the Year Resets
On January 1st each year, your membership level resets to Silver, regardless of whether you were Gold or Red. Your accumulated points stay in your account and do not reset. You start the new year at $0 toward the next tier and must spend $100 again to reach Gold or $500 to reach Red.
This reset happens automatically — you do not need to do anything. Your account remains active, and you keep earning points at the Silver rate (1 point per dollar) until you spend enough to move back up. Many regular customers reach Gold or Red again within the first few weeks of January.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I lose my level if I do not spend money for a while?
No. Once you reach Gold or Red in a calendar year, you keep that level through December 31st even if you do not spend again. Your level only resets on January 1st. However, if your account goes unused for over two years, Chick-fil-A may close it.
Do points expire?
Points do not expire as long as your account is active. If you have not used your account in over two years, the company may close it and you could lose your points. Regular use of the app or account keeps your points safe indefinitely.
What if I spend $100 in December — do I stay Gold in January?
No. Your level resets to Silver on January 1st regardless of when you reached Gold or Red in the previous year. You will need to spend $100 again in the new year to return to Gold. Your points balance carries over, but your tier status does not.
Do all Chick-fil-A locations track my spending the same way?
Yes. Your spending is tracked nationally across all Chick-fil-A restaurants as long as you use the same account — either your phone number, app login, or linked card. Purchases at any location count toward your annual spending total and level status.
Can I see my birthday reward before my birthday month?
Your birthday reward typically appears in the app during your birthday month. You can check your app in the rewards section to see what offer is available. The exact timing varies, but it should be visible by the first week of your birthday month.