Managing your Amazon gift cards just got easier. Whether you received one as a birthday present or stocked up during a sale, knowing how to check Amazon gift card balance is a simple skill every Amazon shopper should have. Here’s everything you need to know.
Why Check Your Amazon Gift Card Balance?
Before you start shopping, it’s smart to know exactly how much you have available. Checking your balance helps you plan purchases, avoid declined transactions, and make sure a card you received has been properly applied to your account.
How to Check Amazon Gift Card Balance on Desktop
The quickest way to check your balance on a computer:
- Go to Amazon.com and sign in to your account.
- Hover over “Account & Lists” in the top right corner.
- Click “Account” from the dropdown.
- Scroll down and select “Gift cards” (under the Payments section).
- Your current gift card balance will be displayed at the top of the page.
How to Check Amazon Gift Card Balance on Mobile
If you’re using the Amazon app on your iPhone or Android:
- Open the Amazon Shopping app.
- Tap the three-line menu (?) in the bottom right.
- Tap “Account”.
- Select “Gift Cards & Registry”.
- Tap “View Gift Card Balance” – your remaining balance will appear instantly.
How to Check Amazon Gift Card Balance Without Redeeming
Many people wonder if you can check the balance on a gift card before adding it to your account. Unfortunately, Amazon does not offer a way to check the balance of an unredeemed gift card without first applying it. The balance is only visible after the card has been redeemed to your account.
How to Redeem an Amazon Gift Card
If you haven’t added your gift card yet, here’s how:
- Sign in to your Amazon account.
- Go to “Account & Lists” ? “Account” ? “Gift Cards”.
- Click “Redeem a Gift Card”.
- Enter the claim code (found on the back of a physical card or in your email).
- Click “Apply to Your Balance”.
Once redeemed, the balance is automatically applied to your next eligible purchase.
Tips for Managing Your Amazon Gift Card Balance
- Partial use is fine – Amazon gift card balances can be used across multiple orders. You don’t have to spend it all at once.
- Combine multiple cards – You can stack several gift cards on one account; the balances will add up.
- Gift cards don’t expire – Amazon gift cards have no expiration date, so there’s no rush to spend.
- Check before checkout – Always verify your balance before a big purchase so you know if you need a backup payment method.
Troubleshooting: Balance Not Showing Up?
If your gift card balance isn’t appearing after redemption, try these fixes:
- Refresh the page or log out and back in.
- Double-check the claim code because one wrong character can cause an error.
- Contact Amazon Support if the issue persists and they can verify the card and manually apply it to your account.
Knowing how to check Amazon gift card balance takes less than a minute once you know where to look. Whether you’re on a desktop browser or the mobile app, Amazon makes it easy to stay on top of your available funds. Redeem your cards early, keep track of your balance, and shop with confidence!