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Apple Gift Cards Offer One Balance Across Apple’s Ecosystem With Clear Limits

After redemption, the value becomes an Apple Account balance applied automatically to eligible purchases.

Overview

  • Redeemed funds are added to an Apple Account and are used first at checkout for eligible transactions.
  • Balances can be applied to hardware and accessories on apple.com, in the Apple Store app, or at Apple retail, with any remainder paid by another method.
  • It covers apps, in‑app purchases, digital media, Apple services, and eligible third‑party subscriptions billed through the App Store.
  • Spending does not extend to non‑Apple retailers, other gift cards, transfers to another account, or cash redemptions.
  • Balances are typically region‑locked, and some recurring plans such as AppleCare+ require a credit or debit card on file.