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Want to redeem your Amazon gift card? Here’s a complete, step-by-step guide to using amazon.com/redeem safely, avoiding scams, and understanding how gift card balances work in 2025.
Amazon gift cards have become one of the most popular and convenient ways to shop online. Whether it’s a birthday gift, holiday reward, or incentive from a brand, the redemption process is surprisingly simple—but only if you know the right steps.
The website https://www.amazon.com/redeem is the official page Amazon provides to allow users to redeem their gift card codes directly into their Amazon account balance.
When you visit this page, you’ll be prompted to:
Sign in to your Amazon account.
Enter the 14- or 15-digit claim code printed on the back of your card or in your email.
Click “Apply to your balance,” and that’s it—your funds are available instantly.
Unfortunately, gift card scams are common. Amazon gift cards can be valuable, and that makes them a target. Many users get tricked into entering gift card codes on fake websites or sharing them with fraudulent contacts.
That’s why Amazon created a dedicated portal to ensure your card is only ever redeemed by you and on your account.
Whether you're using a laptop or smartphone, redeeming your card is easy as long as you know where to go.
Visit amazon.com/redeem
Sign into your Amazon account.
Carefully enter the claim code printed on your physical or emailed gift card.
Click “Apply to Your Balance.”
A confirmation message will display your new balance.
Open the Amazon Shopping App (iOS or Android).
Tap the Menu (☰) > Your Account > Manage gift card balance.
Tap “Redeem another gift card.”
You can manually enter the code or scan it using your phone’s camera.
Confirm to apply the balance.
Physical cards: Scratch the silver strip on the back to reveal the claim code.
E-gift cards: The code is sent in the email under “Your Amazon Gift Card.”
Third-party purchases: Retail receipts often print the claim code at the bottom.
Even a simple process like redeeming a gift card can have a few hiccups. Let’s cover the most common issues and how to resolve them.
❌ “Invalid Claim Code”
Double-check for typos (O vs 0, B vs 8).
Make sure you're entering the correct number of characters.
Don’t confuse order numbers or serial numbers with claim codes.
⚠️ “Already Redeemed”
Someone else may have used the code.
If you believe there’s an error, contact Amazon support with proof of purchase.
🌐 “Region Not Supported”
Some gift cards are region-locked (e.g., U.S. gift cards only work on amazon.com, not amazon.co.uk).
Always check which regional Amazon site your card is intended for.
Only redeem at the official Amazon site — https://www.amazon.com/redeem.
Never share your gift card code with someone you don’t trust.
Beware of scams asking you to send gift cards as payments or donations.
Do not pay anyone using a gift card — Amazon cards are for Amazon purchases only.
Report fraud immediately to Amazon at amazon.com/reportascam.
Q: Do Amazon gift cards expire?
🅰️ No. Once applied to your Amazon account, the balance does not expire.
Q: Can I transfer my gift card balance to someone else?
🅰️ No. Gift card balances are non-transferable once applied.
Q: Can I use multiple gift cards?
🅰️ Yes. You can redeem as many gift cards as you want, and the amounts will stack.
Q: Can I use gift card balance for Prime or Kindle?
🅰️ Yes. Gift card balance can be used for most Amazon purchases, including subscriptions, Kindle books, and more.
Amazon gift cards are an easy and secure way to shop — as long as you redeem them correctly. Always use amazon.com/redeem, never share your code, and double-check that you’re logged into the right account.
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