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Direct Energy Regulated Services Canada App

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The app is available for both Direct Energy and Direct Energy Regulated Services customers. If you're on our Default Supply rate, app access isn’t available at this time.

Not a Direct Energy customer? You can explore and sign up for our plans directly in the app.

Customers are free to purchase natural gas services or electricity services from a retailer of their choice. For a list of retailers, visit ucahelps.alberta.ca or call 310-4822 (toll free in Alberta).

Whether you're a Direct Energy or Direct Energy Regulated Services customer, the app offers a mobile-first experience designed to make energy management easier, faster and more transparent.  

Both Direct Energy Regulated Services and Direct Energy customers have access to these essential features to manage their account: 

  • Quick and secure login – Use biometric login (face or fingerprint ID) for fast, safe access. 
  • Self-serve payment options – Make payments and manage your billing info with ease. 
  • Real-time notifications – Get alerts for upcoming bills, important account updates, expiring payment methods and more. 

If you're a Direct Energy customer, you’ll get to enjoy full access to enhanced app features which are designed to help you save energy, stay informed and get rewarded: 

  • Track energy usage – View your electricity and natural gas consumption with interactive graphs and monthly comparisons. 
  • Smart usage insights – Get personalized suggestions based on your usage to reduce seasonal energy consumption and lower your bills. 
  • My Rewards hub – Track your rewards progress and unlock perks just by using the app. 
  • Refer a Friend program – Invite friends and earn rewards when they sign up with Direct Energy. 
  • Self-serve tools – Update payment methods, renew plans and manage your account without the need to call in. 

No matter which type of customer you are, the Direct Energy Canada app makes your energy experience easier and more convenient, right from your phone. 

Yes, tap on ‘Manage your billing’ in the Account section of your app to access your billing history and past payments anytime.

Yes, Direct Energy customers have access to the Insights feature in the app which lets you compare your monthly and yearly energy consumption patterns so you can better manage your usage. Plus, you’ll get useful seasonal energy saving tips to help you reduce your energy bill. If you’re a Direct Energy Regulated Services customer, you’ll need to log in to your Online Account to track your energy usage.

Absolutely. We use advanced encryption and security measures to protect your personal and payment information.

Tap ‘Forgot username or password?’ on the login screen and follow the prompts to reset it. Pro tip: When you’re logging into the app with the right username and password, check off the “Biometrics login” box so you won’t have to worry about typing in your password again.

Yes, tap the “gear” icon at the top left corner of the app to open Settings. Select ‘Contact details’ to update your email, phone number or mailing address.

First, check that you have the latest version of the app installed. If issues continue, try restarting your device. Still need help? Contact our customer care team.

Only Direct Energy customers are able to access the full experience of the app. If you’re with Direct Energy Regulated Services, you’ll be able to access these essential features to manage your account: 

  • Quick and secure login – Use biometric login (face or fingerprint ID) for fast, safe access. 
  • Self-serve payment options – Make payments and manage your billing info with ease. 
  • Real-time notifications – Get alerts for upcoming bills, important account updates, expiring payment methods and more. 

You’ll use separate logins for Direct Energy and Direct Energy Regulated Services (DERS), just like you do online. When you log in to your Direct Energy account, you’ll see all the enhanced app features. When you switch over to your DERS account, you can still view your details and manage the essentials, but enhanced features won’t be available there.

Didn't find the information you were looking for? We have more FAQs specifically for our regulated customers.  

Have a question about a plan or need help placing an order?

Call us: 1-866-374-6299

Hours: 7:00am - 9:00pm MST (Monday to Friday), 8:00am - 4:30pm (Saturday), Closed Sundays


To enroll, you will need:

  • To be the person named on the utility account
  • Your service address
  • Your billing address (if different)
  • Your contact details including email address
  • To be over the age of 18