Amazon Gift Card Help Center

🛒 Amazon Gift Card Help Center – Balance Check & Scam Prevention

Amazon gift cards are a popular way to shop for millions of products. Whether you’re checking your balance, redeeming a card, or learning how to stay safe from scams, this guide has you covered.

📌 What is an Amazon Gift Card Balance Check?

An Amazon gift card balance check lets you see how much money is available in your Amazon account from redeemed cards. This helps you:

• Plan your purchases

• Avoid declined transactions

• Track your spending

🛠 How to Check Your Amazon Gift Card Balance

1️⃣ Using the Amazon Website

1. Go to Amazon.com and sign in.

2. Click “Gift Cards” from the menu.

3. Your current balance will be displayed at the top of the page.
   
   

2️⃣ Using the Amazon Mobile App

1. Open the Amazon app.

2. Tap the menu icon (☰).

3. Select “Your Account” → “Manage Gift Card Balance”.

4. Your balance will appear instantly.
   
   

3️⃣ When Redeeming a New Card

• Enter the claim code from your physical or digital card in “Redeem a Gift Card” and your balance will update automatically.

💡 Balance Management Tips

• Redeem gift cards as soon as you get them.

• Combine multiple gift cards into one account for convenience.

• Keep your account secure with strong passwords.

Amazon Gift Card Scam Prevention Guide

While Amazon gift cards are safe, scammers sometimes use them to trick people into sending money.

🚨 Common Amazon Gift Card Scams

1. Impersonation Scams – Scammers pretend to be from Amazon, the IRS, or tech support.

2. Fake Prizes – You’re told you’ve won something but must “pay fees” with a gift card.

3. Refund Scams – Scammers say they’ve refunded too much and ask for repayment via gift card.

4. Romance Scams – An online acquaintance asks for gift cards to cover emergencies.

✅ How to Stay Safe

• Never pay bills, taxes, or fees with gift cards.

• Verify suspicious calls, emails, or texts before taking action.

• Never share your claim code with anyone.

• Buy gift cards only from Amazon or authorized sellers.

🆘 If You’re a Victim

1. Report the scam to Amazon’s Gift Card Scam Help.

2. Report to the FTC Complaint Center if you’re in the U.S.

3. Stop all communication with the scammer.

📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How can I check my Amazon gift card balance without redeeming it?
You must redeem the card to see its balance in your account.

Q2: Do Amazon gift cards expire?
In most countries, they never expire.

Q3: Can I transfer my Amazon balance to another account?
No, balances are non-transferable.

Q4: What should I do if my claim code is stolen?
Contact Amazon immediately through their official support channels.

🔹 Remember:

Amazon gift cards are for buying items on Amazon, not for sending payments to strangers. If someone asks you to pay with a gift card, it’s a scam.