Apple updated its Apple Store app for iPhone and iPad today to include support for something it probably should have supported a long time ago: gift cards. If you have an Apple Store gift card. The App Store & iTunes Pass, sometimes just called the iTunes Pass, is an official Apple digital membership card that can be added to the Wallet app. Once added, it displays your account balance, which includes funds added from a gift card.
Posted October 8, 2016 by Leomar Umpad in Apple iPhone, Apps
Buying an iTunes Gift Card is a convenient way to give gifts to the special people in your life. An iTunes Gift Card can be redeemed based on the credit amount on the card. These credits can then be used to buy apps, books, and multi-media files at iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store. Redeeming a card is simple. This tutorial will show you how to redeem iTunes Gift Cards using your computer.
How to Redeem Your iTunes Gift Cards
Find Your iPhone Gift Card redemption code
Redeem iTunes Gift Cards on your computer
Redeem iTunes Gift Cards on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
Redeem iTunes Gift Cards on your computer
Redeem iTunes Gift Cards on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
Use your Apple Store Gift Cards at the Apple Store, during checkout on apple.com or in the Apple Store app, or when shopping via 1‑800‑MY‑APPLE. App Store & iTunes Gift Cards Redeem your App Store & iTunes Gift Cards into your Apple Account Balance, and use it to buy Apple products, accessories, games, music, movies, TV shows, and more. When you redeem an App Store & iTunes Gift Card, you can make purchases with your Apple ID balance, including apps, games, iCloud storage, subscriptions like Apple Music, and more. But for some purchases, Apple ID balance can't be used. On this iPhone 11 Pro Max, I cannot seem to add an Apple gift card (not iTunes; merely received a credit from Apple, for a product), to the Wallet app. It will not scan the card, and only seems to want to allow me to enter another credit or bank card.
How to Find Your iPhone Gift Card Redemption Code
Here are the steps to use to locate your iPhone Gift Card redemption code:
1.Go to the back of your iTunes Gift Card. This is where the redemption code is located.
2.To see the redemption code, scratch off the label using a small, hard object such as a coin.
3.Your iTunes Gift Card redemption code will now be visible. This 16-digit code will be used to redeem your card.
2.To see the redemption code, scratch off the label using a small, hard object such as a coin.
3.Your iTunes Gift Card redemption code will now be visible. This 16-digit code will be used to redeem your card.
Note:
• Do not scratch the aluminum/paint cover too hard as you may damage the redemption code.
• Some cards have a sticker. If you find your card has one, you may need to peel off the sticker instead of scratching it off.
• Some cards do not use a 16-digit code.
• Do not scratch the aluminum/paint cover too hard as you may damage the redemption code.
• Some cards have a sticker. If you find your card has one, you may need to peel off the sticker instead of scratching it off.
• Some cards do not use a 16-digit code.
How to Redeem iTunes Gift Cards on Your Computer
If you are using your computer, use the steps below to redeem your iTunes Gift Card:
1.Open iTunes on your computer.
2.With iTunes opened, click on the Account menu.
3.From the Account menu, click Redeem.
4.You may be asked to enter your Apple account sign-in information. Enter your Apple ID and password to proceed.
5.Enter your gift card redemption code.
6.Click the Redeem button, and you are done.
2.With iTunes opened, click on the Account menu.
3.From the Account menu, click Redeem.
4.You may be asked to enter your Apple account sign-in information. Enter your Apple ID and password to proceed.
5.Enter your gift card redemption code.
6.Click the Redeem button, and you are done.
How to Redeem iTunes Gift Cards on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch
Use this Tech-Recipes tutorial to redeem your iTunes gift cards using your iPhone or iPad.
Lorex nvr mac app. Once you redeem your card, you can make purchases from the App Store, iTunes Store, or from the iBooks. If you are giving an iTunes Gift Card to a friend or family member, share this tutorial with them so that they can easily redeem it.
If you are having issues with any of the steps above, drop us a message in the comments section, and we will get back to you.
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Redeem your gift card for apps, subscriptions, and more.
Redeem a gift card with your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch
- Peel or gently scratch off the label on the back of the gift card to reveal a 16-digit code that starts with X.
- On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, open the App Store app.
- At the bottom of the screen, tap Today.
- At the top of the screen, tap the sign-in button or your photo.
- Tap 'Redeem Gift Card or Code.' If you don’t see “Redeem Gift Card or Code,” sign in with your Apple ID. Learn what to do if you forgot your Apple ID.
- Tap 'Use Camera' and follow the instructions on the screen. If you have trouble redeeming the card, tap 'You can also enter your code manually,' then follow the instructions on the screen. Make sure that you enter the 16-digit code that begins with X.
- Tap Done.
Redeem a gift card on your computer
- Peel or gently scratch off the label on the back of the gift card to reveal a 16-digit code that starts with X.
- On your Mac, open the App Store.
- Click your name or the sign-in button in the sidebar.
- Click 'Redeem Gift Card.'
- Click 'Use Camera' and follow the instructions on the screen. If you have trouble redeeming the card, click 'You can also enter your code manually,' then follow the instructions on the screen. Make sure that you enter the 16-digit code that begins with X.
Using a Windows PC?
If you're using a PC, redeem your gift card in iTunes. From the menu bar at the top of the iTunes window, choose Account, then choose Redeem, then sign in and follow the instructions on the screen.
Redeem a gift card on your Android device
- Peel or gently scratch off the label on the back of the gift card to reveal a 16-digit code that starts with X.
- Open the Apple Music app.
- Tap the menu button , then tap Account.
- Tap 'Redeem Gift Card or Code.'
- Enter the 16-digit code that begins with X. Then tap Redeem.
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If you received an App Store & iTunes Gift Card by email
To redeem a gift card that someone emailed to you, open the email and tap or click the 'Redeem Now' button.
What you can buy with this gift card
Mac Makeup Gift Card
When you redeem an App Store & iTunes Gift Card, you can make purchases with your Apple ID balance, including apps, games, iCloud storage, subscriptions like Apple Music, and more. But for some purchases, Apple ID balance can't be used. Learn what you can buy with your Apple ID balance.
Mac Apps Gift Card
On an Android device, you can use your gift card to buy an Apple Music subscription. To make purchases from the App Store, Apple Books, or the Apple TV app, use an Apple device.
Learn more
- You can't check the remaining balance on an App Store & iTunes Gift Card. But you can check your Apple ID balance. Your Apple ID balance includes the balance from any App Store & iTunes Gift Cards that you have redeemed.
- Some purchases might require that you have a credit card on file, even if you use Apple ID balance to make the purchase.
- You can’t use Apple Store Gift Cards in the App Store or iTunes Store. Apple Store Gift Cards are a solid color (gray, white, silver, or gold) on the front. Find out what to do if you don't know what type of gift card you have.
Mac Tools Gift Card
https://nkuxabs.weebly.com/blog/why-people-delete-antivirus-apps-for-mac. App Store & iTunes Gift Cards aren't available in all countries or regions. Find out if you can use gift cards in your country or region.
Apple Store Gift Card
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