"Redeem your Apple Gift Card easily at Apple.com/redeem. Add balance to your Apple ID for apps, music, iCloud, and more—fast, safe, and secure."
Redeem your gift card in the App Store or the Apple Music app to use for Apple Account purchases. If you've just celebrated a holiday or birthday and you've received an Apple gift card, congrats on the major score! Before you can spend it, you'll need to know how to redeem Apple gift cards. The process is straightforward, and it can be done on virtually any device with a connection to the Apple App Store.
Once you've redeemed your Apple gift card, you can spend this money on Apple products, apps, subscriptions, games, music, movies, and more. Plus, you can access any digital products you buy across devices that you're signed in with your Apple ID.
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Apple gift cards are a great way to enjoy apps, music, movies, iCloud storage, subscriptions, and more. But with the rise of online scams, many people end up confused, tricked, or even losing money. That’s why we created this website — to give you clear instructions and safety tips in one place.
Locate the 16-digit code on the back of your gift card. (You may need to peel or scratch off the label first).
Open the App Store on your device.
At the top right of the "Today" screen, tap the sign-in button, your photo, or your initials.
Tap "Redeem Gift Card or Code." (If you don’t see this, sign in with your Apple ID first.)
Tap "Use Camera" and follow the instructions on the screen to upload the card info instantly. You can also tap "Enter Code Manually," then follow the instructions on the screen to input the card info yourself.
Locate the 16-digit code on the back of your gift card. (You may need to peel or scratch off the label first).
Open the App Store on your Mac.
Click on your name or the sign-in button in the sidebar to get to your "Account" page.
Select "Redeem Gift Card" in the top-right corner.
Select "Use Camera" and follow the instructions on the screen to upload the card info instantly. You can also tap "Enter Code Manually," then follow the instructions on the screen to input the card info yourself.
Locate the 16-digit code on the back of your gift card. (You may need to peel or scratch off the label first).
Open iTunes.
Select "Account" in the menu bar at the top of the iTunes window.
Select "Redeem."
Follow the instructions on the screen to input the card info.
Open the Wallet app.
If you have not added an Apple Account the home screen of your Wallet app, tap the "+" in the upper-right corner and select "Add Apple Account to Wallet."
Your current Apple Account balance should appear on the screen. Select "Agree."
Your Apple Account should now be accessible from the home screen of the Wallet app. Tap the icon to enlarge.
Tap the "..." in the upper-right corner. Select "Redeem."
Tap "Use Camera" and follow the instructions on the screen to upload the card info instantly. You can also tap "Enter Code Manually," then follow the instructions on the screen to input the card info yourself.
Q1. Where can I redeem my Apple Gift Card?
You can redeem your Apple Gift Card at Apple.com/redeem or directly in the App Store on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or PC.
Q2. What can I buy with an Apple Gift Card?
You can use your Apple Gift Card to purchase apps, games, music, movies, subscriptions (like Apple Music, iCloud+, Apple TV+), and even Apple devices or accessories from the Apple Store online.
Q3. How do I redeem an Apple Gift Card on my iPhone or iPad?
Open the App Store, tap your profile picture, select Redeem Gift Card or Code, then enter your code manually or scan it with your camera.
Q4. Do Apple Gift Cards expire?
No. Apple Gift Cards do not expire, and there are no fees associated with them.
Q5. Can I use an Apple Gift Card for iCloud storage?
Yes. Once redeemed, your balance is added to your Apple ID and can be used for iCloud+ storage or any other Apple subscriptions.
Q6. What should I do if my gift card code doesn’t work?
Double-check the code and ensure it hasn’t already been redeemed. If the problem continues, contact Apple Support for assistance.
Q7. Can I redeem an Apple Gift Card in another country?
Apple Gift Cards can usually only be redeemed in the country or region where they were purchased.
Q8. Is there a difference between an Apple Gift Card and an App Store & iTunes Gift Card?
Yes. The newer Apple Gift Card can be used for both products and digital content, while older App Store & iTunes Gift Cards are limited to digital purchases.
The information provided is intended to help users identify legitimate charges on apple.com/bill. While we strive to offer accurate guidance, the ultimate responsibility for verifying the authenticity of charges lies with the user. If you believe a charge is unauthorized, we recommend contacting Apple Support or your payment provider for further assistance. Apple and its affiliates are not responsible for any discrepancies, unauthorized charges, or misunderstandings that may arise from the information provided.