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how to redeem apple gift card

You redeem an Apple Gift Card by finding its 16‑digit code and adding it to your Apple ID balance through the App Store, Wallet, or Apple’s redeem website, depending on your device.

Quick Scoop

  • You need the 16‑digit code from your Apple Gift Card (sometimes under a scratch‑off or peel‑off label).
  • You can redeem on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Windows, or via a browser. The balance goes to your Apple ID and is used for apps, subscriptions, and many Apple purchases.
  • Email gift cards usually have a “Redeem” button you tap or click, which opens Apple’s site or app and applies the credit automatically.

Step‑by‑step: iPhone or iPad

  1. Get your physical or email Apple Gift Card and locate the 16‑digit code.
  1. Open the App Store app.
  1. Tap your profile icon or sign‑in button at the top right.
  1. Tap “Redeem Gift Card or Code.” If you don’t see it, sign in with your Apple ID first.
  1. Choose Use Camera to scan the code, or tap Enter Code Manually and type it in.
  1. Tap Redeem. The amount is added to your Apple ID balance.

If your gift card is in Apple Wallet, you can open Wallet , tap your Apple Account card, tap the menu, then Redeem , and scan or enter the code.

Step‑by‑step: Mac

  1. Find the 16‑digit code on the back of the card.
  1. Open the App Store on your Mac.
  1. Click your name or the sign‑in button in the sidebar.
  1. Click Redeem Gift Card (sign in if asked).
  1. Follow the on‑screen instructions to scan or enter the code and confirm.

Step‑by‑step: Windows PC

  1. Locate the 16‑digit gift card code.
  1. Open the Apple Music or Apple TV app on Windows.
  1. Click your name at the bottom of the sidebar, then click Redeem.
  1. Sign in with your Apple ID if prompted, enter the code, and confirm.

Redeem in a browser (including some country‑specific cards)

  • Go to Apple’s redeem page (for example, redeem.apple.com where available).
  • Sign in with your Apple ID.
  • Enter your 16‑digit code and click Redeem to add the balance to your account.

Email vs physical gift cards

  • Email card :
    • Open the email and click the Redeem link or button.
    • It will open Apple’s site or app, ask you to sign in, and then apply the balance automatically.
  • Physical card :
    • You must scratch or peel to reveal the code, then redeem via App Store, Wallet, or desktop apps as above.

What you can (and can’t) use it for

  • You can usually use Apple Gift Card balance for:
    • Apps, games, in‑app purchases, and subscriptions in the App Store.
    • Apple Music, Apple TV+, iCloud+ storage, and other Apple services.
    • Hardware and accessories from Apple’s online store in supported regions.
  • Details can vary by country and card type, so always check Apple’s current support page for the latest rules.

If it’s not working

  • Double‑check the code (letters and numbers can be easy to mix up).
  • Make sure you’re using an Apple Gift Card and not a store‑specific or region‑locked card in the wrong country.
  • Confirm you’re signed in with the correct Apple ID before redeeming.
  • If the code still fails, contact Apple Support using the links on Apple’s official support article for gift card redemption.

Mini FAQ

  • Do Apple Gift Cards expire?
    In most supported countries they generally do not expire, but always verify on Apple’s official support page for your region.
  • Can I move balance between Apple IDs?
    No, once redeemed, the balance is tied to that specific Apple ID and can’t be transferred.

TL;DR:
Open the App Store (or Apple Music/TV on desktop), tap or click your account, choose Redeem Gift Card or Code , scan or enter the 16‑digit code, and the amount is added to your Apple ID for future Apple purchases.

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