What is a Clear Membership and why would you want one? Think of it as your VIP pass through airport security. I’m pretty certain registration and approval requires a background check and giving up a certain level of personal information. If you’re willing to do it for the convenience of “straight-through processing” at one of these airports then take advantage of this Hyatt only offer for a free one-year membership available to Diamond and Platinum members.
From Clear’s website:
Clear® is the fast pass for airport security. Clear members are pre-screened and provided with a high-tech card which allows them to access designated airport security fast lanes nationwide. Clear members pass through airport security faster, with more predictability and less hassle.
Clear’s first year price is $100 plus the TSA vetting fee of $28 for a total charge of $128.
If you qualify for the offer, you can avoid the first year price. Think of it as try before you buy. Unfortunately I’m not a Hyatt Diamond or Platinum members (this year) so I could not go through the entire process, but this membership could determine whether you make or miss your flight if you happen to be running late at one of the participating airports.
May your security lines always be short.