What is Gift Card in Amazon Pay and How to Use It

A gift card in Amazon Pay is a digital card that you can load with funds to make purchases on Amazon, and it's a convenient way to shop online.

You can purchase a gift card in various denominations, from $25 to $500, and it's available in digital format only.

To use a gift card in Amazon Pay, you need to link it to your Amazon account, which you can do by going to the Gift Cards section and following the prompts.

The funds on your gift card will be automatically applied to your Amazon account, making it easy to shop online.

Using your Amazon Pay card is a convenient way to make purchases on Amazon. You can simply tap to pay at checkout.

To use your Amazon Pay card, you'll need to have it linked to your Amazon account. This allows you to access your card information and make payments with a single click.

The Amazon Pay card can be used to make purchases on Amazon, and you can also use it to make payments in stores that accept Amazon Pay.

Using your Amazon Pay card gives you the freedom to choose how you want to use it. You can opt for one of the four types of Amazon Pay gift cards available on Amazon.in.

The Amazon Pay e-gift card is a convenient choice for every occasion. It can be used to shop across millions of products on Amazon or pay on any of the Amazon Pay partner websites.

You can also consider Brand gift cards, which are issued by brands across various categories. These gift cards can be bought from Amazon.in and redeemed on specific brand apps or stores depending on the brand.

Physical gift cards are another option, available in different formats such as boxes, envelopes, sleeves, and greeting cards. They come pre-loaded with money selected by the purchaser at the time of placing the order.

If you prefer a flexible option, you can buy an Anytime gift card, which is a zero-value physical gift card that you can purchase first and load balance into later to activate it.

Here are the four types of Amazon Pay gift cards available on Amazon.in:

To redeem your Amazon Pay gift card via the website, head to Amazon and hover your mouse over the Account & Lists option in the top-right. Click Account.

You'll see your current gift card balance and transaction history. To redeem a new gift card, click Redeem a Gift Card, and enter its code. Alternatively, you can redeem an Amazon gift card right from the checkout page. Under Add a gift card or promotion code or voucher, type your gift card number, and click Apply.

You can preload your gift card with any amount between ₹10- ₹10,000, so tailor your gift to your budget.

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You can easily manage your Amazon Pay card by checking your gift card balance in the app. This can be done by opening the new menu that appears, which also allows you to reload your gift card or check past activity.

To keep track of your card's history, you can use the same menu to view past activity. This feature helps you stay organized and informed about your Amazon Pay card usage.

Loading a Visa Card on Amazon is a straightforward process. To get started, log in to your Amazon account.

Once you're logged in, navigate to the "Your Account" section and look for the "Payment options" or "Your Payment" section. This is where you'll add your Visa card.

To add each Visa gift card, click "Add a Debit or Credit Card" and enter the card details. You'll need to do this separately for each card, so be prepared to enter the information multiple times.

Here's a quick rundown of the steps:

To check your Amazon gift card balance in the app, you'll need to access the new menu that opens once you've navigated to the relevant section.

This new menu allows you to check your gift card balance, reload your gift card, or view past activity.

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Amazon Pay gift cards expire 12 months from the date of delivery, while scheduled email gift cards expire 15 months from the date of delivery. You can track the expiry date of your gift card balance under the ‘Your Transactions’ tab of your Amazon app/website account.

You'll also receive a reminder notification before the expiry date, so you can plan ahead and use your gift card balance before it's too late.

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Amazon Pay has been delivering gift cards to customers, SMEs, corporates, and more across India for over a decade, providing enhanced flexibility and convenience to their shopping and gifting experiences.

With over a billion gift cards delivered, Amazon Pay has become a go-to platform for gifting. Amazon Pay offers a range of gift card options, including Amazon Shopping Vouchers and Amazon Fresh Vouchers.

Amazon Pay has also introduced gaming gift cards for popular platforms such as Apple App Store and Valorant. This move is in response to the growing gaming community in India, which spans over 550 million gamers.

The new Amazon Gold Vouchers have been added to the mix, providing customers with even more flexibility in their gifting choices.