WattsApp’s Home Charging Program has officially moved out of private beta and is now live, following a surge of interest from Tesla owners across Canada. After a wave of sign-ups following our article last week, the Toronto-based company tells us it surpassed its private testing goals and has transitioned into a full public launch well ahead of schedule.
The rapid growth has also prompted several meaningful changes to the platform, most notably a shift to cash-only rewards and a more attainable redemption schedule.
The WattsApp team has also rolled out updates designed to improve clarity, simplify redemptions, and provide greater transparency into how points are earned and tracked under Canada’s Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR) framework, all based on direct user feedback.
Redesigned Homepage and Improved User Experience
One of the most noticeable updates is a redesigned homepage and improved user interface. The company has added dedicated information pages explaining how the Home Charging Program works and how charging data fits into the federal Clean Fuel Regulations system.
To make navigation easier, redemption functions have now been integrated directly into the “Earn” page, allowing users to track activity and manage rewards in one place.
“Points Wallets” Separate Charging and Referral Earnings
A key structural change is the introduction of separate “Points Wallets.” Charging Points and Referral Points are now divided into two distinct wallets, giving users a clearer breakdown of their earnings. Owners can toggle between the two to see total charging sessions, verified charging points, and successful referral activity.
The separation also reflects the fact that the two point categories follow different redemption timelines.
Cash Rewards Replace Gift Cards and Hardware Options
WattsApp has also simplified its reward structure. All rewards are now issued as cash via Interac e-Transfer. Gift cards and the option to redeem for a Tesla Wall Connector have been removed in favour of direct cash payouts, a move the company says was driven by user feedback requesting a simpler and more flexible system.
In addition, the minimum redemption threshold has been lowered to 10,000 points (equivalent to $100) across both wallets, a 60% drop from before. This change allows users to access payouts far sooner, when redemptions previously started at 25,000 points.
Redemption timing now also differs between the two wallets. Referral Points can be redeemed at any time once the minimum threshold of 10,000 points is met. Charging Points, however, are redeemable annually in Q1 after charging data and associated carbon credits are verified by regulatory authorities. This reflects how Clean Fuel Regulation credits are processed and approved under the federal system.
WattsApp says it will continue refining the platform as participation grows. With the program now live, Tesla owners using a compatible Wall Connector can begin earning points automatically through their normal home charging routine, turning everyday charging into a potential source of annual cash rewards.
You can sign up for Wattsapp here.
