Giving gifts is always difficult, especially if the recipient is not a close friend. This is especially true when the gift is for an Amazon gift card. Save the day with gift cards!
Gift cards are a more thoughtful option than cash. However, similar to money, they grant recipients control over the items they receive. The number of disappointed faces and the likelihood of returns decrease with this level of control.
What Is an Amazon Gift Card?
Naturally, Amazon offers gift cards because it is one of the world’s leading e-commerce platforms. The best part is that they can be redeemed at any time and have no time limit.
Endorsing Amazon Gift Cards is a great way to promote your business and assist customers with their gifts. Inform customers that recipients of an Amazon Gift Card can choose their own products. Your client will not have to worry about guessing which of your products would make good gifts. They might even be able to get one for themselves.
There are a variety of Amazon Gift Cards to choose from:
- Digital Cards (Print at Home or E-Gift Cards) – these may be in the form of email, text, or Print at Home gift cards. Inform customers that they can customize these cards with images and messages to make them more personal.
- Physical Gift Cards – unlike other Gift Cards, Amazon.com Gift Cards come in a variety of options. Buyers can choose to include fun boxes with pop-up designs and colorful imagery, a simply designed card in an envelope, and of course, the classic and sleek card design gift cards are known for. The thoughtful packaging reinforces the idea that gift cards are valid gifts.
- Specialty Gift Cards – Many successful brands offer their gift cards on Amazon.com. Among them are Netflix, Apple, Uber, Starbucks, and Whole Foods. Maybe your brand could be the next big success to join them.
- Amazon Reload – for those who prefer to save all their gift cards for an even bigger purchase, this would be the perfect gift.
It’s best for sellers to be aware of Amazon news and gift card promotions so they can plan their marketing campaigns accordingly. Different kinds, but they all have amazing features. You can now assist your clients with gift-giving issues. Additionally, gift card purchasers may be eligible for exclusive discounts, freebies, and add-ons during special occasions like “Prime Day.” For instance, during the recently concluded Prime Day 2022, individuals who reloaded their gift cards with $100 received an additional $10.
How to Get Amazon Gift Card Claim Codes
Your customers must first buy Gift Cards before they can get claim codes.
- Add Cash to Account Balance – You can load your Amazon.com Gift Card using the Amazon Cash barcode by visiting a participating store. Simply print the barcode or access them via smartphone. Present it to the cashier along with your registered mobile number.
- Purchase from a store – Amazon Gift Cards are available in stores and online. The Gift Cards are available in $15, $25, $50, and $100 denominations. Some stores offer cards that are loadable with any amount from $25 to $500. Check the Amazon website for the complete list of participating stores.
- Order Online – Inform customers that they are allowed up to 400 Email and Print at Home gift cards per order. And that there’s also a $10,000 cap per customer for any one day.
By carefully inspecting the card, buyers can obtain the Amazon Gift Claim Code. It should clearly display the claim code.
How to Claim an Amazon Code
Customers should be reminded to include instructions with their gift cards because claim codes can be placed in a variety of different places. Everything depends on the kind of gift card.
- It can be printed at the top of the message or just below the logo. For physical cards, there should be a claim code printed on the back. But you need to scratch it to reveal it.
- Once located, they can go to “Redeem Gift Card” and input the claim code.
- Finally, they should select “Add to Your Balance”. Then the amount is credited to their Amazon account.
The code can be claimed at any time without a deadline. However, in order to avoid and address any issues that may arise, it is recommended that the recipients use the gift cards as soon as possible. A gift card that has been lost or handled improperly, resulting in a claim code that is unclear or unreadable, is one example.
The gift card balance is credited to the recipient’s Amazon account when the code is claimed. When shopping, the “use gift card” and “use balance” options can be unchecked to save credit. When they are ready to use the points, they can check these options once more.
What Can Go Wrong When Redeeming an Amazon Gift Card Claim Code?
No system is perfect, and even with Amazon, there are always problems.
- The Gift Card was not sent – Advise customers to double check their recipient’s email address and also to check “junk” and “spam” folders. Your buyers can resend the gift card up to 5 times. But it requires steps for Amazon to deactivate the previous card before issuing new ones for resending. So they have to be patient.
- The Gift Card was already applied – This is when the recipient is trying to redeem a code. But they receive an error message instead. It may be that code was redeemed. If so, they need to check their account balance. If there is no change, the code may have been applied to the wrong account.
- The Gift Card was applied to the wrong account – This usually happens when people share a device to log on to Amazon. Make sure the recipient checks which account is logged on to Amazon before redeeming any code. Remind them never to disclose the code or any order detail with people they don’t trust. Sadly, the gift card, once claimed, cannot be transferred or refunded.
- The Gift Card claim code is unreadable – If the claim code is unclear contact Amazon immediately and prepare the serial number and the order details. If purchased from a store, the buyer can ask for help from the store.
- Other Issues – Request your buyers to check Amazon’s Terms and Conditions. Make sure they are not violating any rules that would affect their purchase.
There should be little to no problems if your customers and recipients are careful. Aftercare is a must-know for sellers. If you have Amazon Account Managers in charge of your customer service, you will have no trouble resolving these issues.
Conclusion
Gift cards make excellent and adaptable presents. A physical card with claim codes on the back can be sent. Alternatively, you can send them digitally via text or email. Designs are available, or you can make your own. They are readily available online and in stores. and are simple to redeem and activate.
Each of the successful brands has its own gift cards. Customers can shop at your brand without having to choose specific items from your catalog. There is little chance of refunds or returns because the recipients are free to browse and select what they want.
The best part about Amazon Gift Cards is that they don’t expire. Buyers aren’t pressured to make decisions that could lead to buyer’s remorse. If you find this article helpful for your business, do consider calling or mailing us at [email protected]. Let us help you help your customers and grow your brand.
