How to Apply a Gift Card Code to Amazon

If you have an Amazon gift card of any sort, you can apply it to your Amazon account by entering the claim code into the "Gift Card" section of your account's settings. While Amazon gift cards automatically apply toward your next order, you can also apply your gift card's balance toward a specific order by entering the claim code on the checkout screen.

[Edit]Steps

[Edit]Redeeming a Gift Card

1. Navigate to Amazon's site. Click the link provided to do so.
   
   • If you're using the Amazon app, tap the app to open Amazon. You'll need an internet or data connection to access your account.
2. Click the "Sign in" option. This is below and to the right of the search bar.^[1]
   
   • On mobile, tap the three horizontal lines in the top left corner, then click "Sign in" at the top of the menu.
3. Enter your email and password. When you're done, press "Sign in" to access your account.
   
4. Click the "Your Account" tab. This is in the same place as the "Sign in" button was. Clicking the "Your Account" tab should link you straight to your account page.
   
   • You can also hover your cursor over the "Your Account" tab and click "Your Account" at the top of the drop-down menu.
   • On mobile, tap the three horizontal lines in the top left corner, then tap "Gift Cards and Registry".
5. Click "Redeem a Gift Card". This option is under the "Gift Cards" tab of the "Your Account" page.^[2]
   
   • On mobile, tap the "Gift Cards" option at the top of your screen.
6. Enter your gift card's claim code in the claim code field. Your claim code should be on the back of your card; you may have to scratch the protective film off of the back to view the code.^[3]
   
   • If you're redeeming a digital code, select the claim code from the confirmation email and paste it into the claim code field.
   • For mobile, scroll down to "Redeem an Amazon Gift Card" and tap it. You can enter the claim code from here,
7. Click or tap "Apply to your balance". This will add the gift card's balance to Amazon!
   
   • Double-check your code's accuracy before entering it.

[Edit]Applying a Gift Card Balance to Your Order

1. Navigate to Amazon's site. Click the link provided to do so. Your gift card balance will be automatically applied to whichever purchase you make after entering the card's code; to apply your balance to a specific purchase, you'll need to enter the card's code at the checkout screen.
   
   • If you're using the Amazon app, tap the app to open Amazon. You'll need an internet or data connection to access your account.
2. Click the "Sign in" option. This is below and to the right of the search bar.^[4]
   
   • On mobile, tap the three horizontal lines in the top left corner, then click "Sign in" at the top of the menu.
3. Enter your email and password. When you're done, press "Sign in" to access your account.
   
4. Add any items you wish to purchase to your cart. After you're done adding items, you'll be ready to check out.
   
5. Click or tap the cart icon. This is in the top right corner of the Amazon interface. You can also click "Proceed to checkout" button below the cart icon.
   
6. Click or tap the "Enter Code" field. This is under the "Payment method" section of the checkout screen. On mobile, you may have to scroll down to find this option.^[5]
   
7. Enter your gift card's claim code. Your claim code should be on the back of your card; you may have to scratch the protective film off of the back to view the code.
   
   • If you're redeeming a digital code, select the claim code from the confirmation email and paste it into the claim code field.
8. Click or tap "Place your order". Your Amazon gift card balance should be applied to your order!
   

[Edit]Acquiring Gift Cards

1. Navigate to Amazon's site. Click the link provided to do so.
   
   • If you're using the Amazon app, tap the app to open Amazon. You'll need an internet or data connection to access your account.
2. Click the "Sign in" option. This is below and to the right of the search bar.
   
   • On mobile, tap the three horizontal lines in the top left corner, then click "Sign in" at the top of the menu.
3. Enter your email and password. When you're done, press "Sign in" to access your account.
   
4. Navigate to the "Reload Your Balance" page. Click the link provided to do so. If you just want to add more money to your existing gift card balance, this menu lets you choose a dollar amount and a checking account; when you're ready to reload your balance, simply click "Reload $[X] Now".
   
   • For mobile, you'll need to open the "Your Account" menu, scroll down to "Manage Gift Card Balance", enter your password, and tap "Reload Your Balance". Once you're in your balance menu, choose a dollar amount and the account from which you want to withdraw funds.
5. Open the "Gift Cards" page. Click the link provided to do so.
   
   • On mobile, this option is accessible by tapping the three horizontal lines at the top left corner of your screen, then tapping the "Gift Cards and Registry" tab.
6. Review your purchase options. There are several ways you can purchase an Amazon gift card online:
   
   • Select the "eGift" option to purchase a claim code. From this menu, you can select a dollar amount for the gift card, a recipient email address, and payment options. Click "Proceed to checkout" when you're ready to purchase your eGift.^[6]
   • Select the "Print at Home" option to customize a gift card. From this menu, you can select a dollar amount, write a message, and choose a design. Click "Proceed to checkout" when you're ready to purchase and print.^[7]
   • Select the "Mail" option to have a physical gift card mailed to your address. From this menu, you can select a dollar amount for the card and choose a design. Click "Proceed to checkout" when you're ready to purchase your card.^[8]
7. Consider purchasing a physical gift card in a retail store. If you don't want to buy a card online, you can find Amazon gift cards in most popular retail stores such as Fred Meyer, Walmart, and Best Buy.
   
   • Turn in your coins into a Coinstar machine (where available). Without a fee for this type of redemption method, you can "purchase" an Amazon gift card receipt/code that you can later enter at Amazon.

[Edit]Tips

• You can couple your gift card's balance with a credit or debit card if your cart's total exceeds your gift card's balance.

[Edit]Warnings

• Your gift card's claim code is not exclusive to your account until you enter it.
• Don't share your gift card claim code with anyone prior to entering it.

[Edit]Related wikiHows

• Get Free Amazon / iTunes / eBay Gift Cards
• Buy Things on Amazon Without a Credit Card
• Buy on Amazon

[Edit]References

[Edit]Quick Summary

1. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/
2. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/css/homepage.html/ref=nav_youraccount_btn
3. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gc/redeem/ref=gc_redeem_new_exp_DesktopRedirect
4. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/
5. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=201138870
6. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0145WHYKC/ref=s9_acss_bw_cg_gclptcg_2a1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-1&pf_rd_r=HGFEYM2X1S8DQ1RSWW7Q&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=2524931022&pf_rd_i=2238192011
7. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01FIS7AU6/ref=s9_acss_bw_cg_gclptcg_2b1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-1&pf_rd_r=HGFEYM2X1S8DQ1RSWW7Q&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=2524931022&pf_rd_i=2238192011
8. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/Amazon-com-Gift-Black-Classic-Design/dp/B0160LI5T0/ref=sr_1_1?s=gift-cards&ie=UTF8&qid=1473278013&sr=1-1&refinements=p_89%3AAmazon%2Cp_n_format_browse-bin%3A2740967011