I have seen a fair number of people run into problems trying to use their iTunes gift card to either set up an iTunes account or buy music on the iTunes store. I therefore decided to do some research about this problem.
Yes, you can use an iTunes gift card to set up an iTunes account or buy music on the iTunes store (if you do not have a credit card or do not want to use a credit card). Below is a step-by-step instruction from apple.com on how to do that.
- Install the latest version of iTunes. You can download iTunes for free from the iTunes webpage. If iTunes is already installed on your computer, check your version and update if necessary.
- Open iTunes.
- In the Source list (on the left side of the iTunes window), click iTunes Store.
- In the upper-right corner of the iTunes Store window, verify that the button next to Account says “Sign In.” If this button displays an email address instead, click the button and then click Sign Out.
- In the iTunes Store window, click the Redeem link in the right column.
- In the resulting screen, enter the 16-digit code printed on the back of the gift card (it starts with an “X”), then click Redeem.
- In the resulting screen, create your new iTunes Store account. You will have the option to enter credit card information; if you do not wish to do so, click the None button on the Payment screen.
- Once you’ve successfully redeemed your music card (gift card), the credit amount will appear next to the Account details in the upper-right corner. Each time you purchase music, iTunes will deduct funds from the credit until it’s depleted. If a pending purchase exceeds the credit amount, iTunes will ask you to enter a credit card number. You do not need to re-enter your gift card number to make multiple purchases.
If you already have an iTunes account and would simply like to redeem an iTunes gift card, see below for instructions on how to redeem an iTunes gift card or gift certificate.
How to Use iTunes Gift Cards and Certificates
To use an iTunes Gift Card or Certificate you must first download the latest version of iTunes.
Gift Cards and Certificates are valid for use only in the country in which they were purchased. Only residents of the U.S may redeem gift certificates purchased in the U.S.
To redeem iTunes Gift Cards or Certificates, go to the iTunes Store and in the “Quick Links” section in the right column, select “Redeem”. Or go to the iTunes Store “Redeem Code” area directly by visiting http://www.apple.com/itunes/store/gifts.html
In the resulting screen, enter your iTunes Gift Card or Certificate code in the field. If you are redeeming an iTunes Gift Card you need to use the 16-digit code on the back of your card (to be scratched off). If you are redeeming an iTunes Gift Certificate you need to use the certificate number listed on your email certificate. Enter the numbers exactly as they appear.
Once you redeem your iTunes Gift Card or Certificate, the full amount appears as a credit next to your Apple ID in the upper-right part of the window. Any time you buy an item, the purchase price (+ tax) will be deducted from the balance.
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I purchased $1000 in ITunes gift cards. I wanted to buy an Apple computer so vender sold me Itines cards. I went to use them at Apple and was refused! Seems I was sold the wrong card- should have been an Apple gift card. Now I have $1000 in Itunes cards and no computer. Dont make the same mistake as Apple refuses to help me out of my problem.
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ok after you deplet all of the money on the gift card will the account be deleted and can you get free things like itouch apps off of this method
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I would like to sell or exchange my iTunes gift card. Is this possible on your site.
No, unfortunately, we no longer buy itunes gift cards since we are unable to verify the value.
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I have my itunes credit in the top right corner, the latest itunes, and an account, when I want to purchase my app, I have to give credit card info, or redeem a new gift card, so I click “none” as my credit card, I click okay, and nothing happens. I have had no use for my itunes gift cards for a year.
Is it possible to redeem an iTunes card without a computer?I’m using an iPod touch.
I purchased an itunes card and tried to redeem it, but it says already been redeemed and I know that it hasn’t. Any suggestions.
i m from qatar. i want to download games and apps from itune uk store. i got itune card from my friend who live in uk. can anyone tell me that is it possible to download ipod games and apps by this card? i tried so many times but i couldn’t. so many times i did make my account but its not working. plzz help me out how can i download games. otherwise my ipod is useless. thanx
i need help it says i have 25$ but when i try to buy something it asks me for my billing information and i click none and then i get nothing HELP ME
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i entered a credit card now i cant buy from a gift card so i cant do anything with the 15$ in my itunes and i cant even get free apps….what do i do?
i entered a credit card now i cant buy from a gift card so i cant do anything with the 15$ in my itunes and i cant even get free apps….what do i do?
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i redeemed by gift card, but every time i try to make a purchase it still asks for my billing info, why?
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Hmm…Wilson_61 seems to be selling hacked or stolen gift cards, which is why you have to use them in 24 hours, cause once Apple detect the fraud they will cancel the card and ban your account. If you want to get iTunes gift cards by email you’re much better off going to CardReach – http://www.cardreach.com . They sell the cards at a markup, but they are legal, legitimate cards that you don’t have to rush and use.
that is not my problem i have redeemed my acount and my ipod still has no money i have tried sincing it
(also if it helps i just got a new computer and every thing has been transferd
i already have an itunes account and put in 25 dollars from a gift card but i want to add more money using a AMEX card
i would like to ask if it has an expiration?.. thank you!..
I found a $100 itunes Giftcard. Can i use it? I Dont want to get introuble if it can be Traced. I found it among some abandoned books and bags.
I was given a iTunes gift card as a gift. When I tried to redeem, I ran into an issue that has resulted in not being able to redeem amount on the card. I clicked redeem as instructed and entered the card number. The amount of the card was never shown, nor have I been able to locate where the monies are now.