Apple Gift Card to purchase iCloud+

I am trying to use a $150 Apple Gift Card to purchase iCloud+ , but this is not an option in my computer or on apple.com. Can you please advise?

Posted on Aug 20, 2023 4:07 PM

Reply
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Posted on Aug 21, 2023 2:07 PM

Hi Neklaf79,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We understand that you need some help to redeem your Apple Gift Card so that you can purchase additional iCloud storage.


This resource will guide you through the process of redeeming your Apple Gift card: How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card - Apple Support

"Redeem a gift card on your Mac

  1. Find the 16-digit code on the back of the card. For some gift cards, you might need to peel or gently scratch off the label to see the code.
  2. On your Mac, open the App Store.
  3. Click your name or the sign-in button in the sidebar. 
  4. Click Redeem Gift Card.

Mac showing the Redeem Gift Card button in the App Store.

5. Click Use Camera and follow the instructions on the screen. If you have trouble redeeming the card, enter your code manually.

Can't redeem your gift card?"


Once you've redeemed your Apple Gift Card and the balance is applied to your Apple ID, you can use that balance to purchase additional iCloud Storage as outlined here: Upgrade to iCloud+ - Apple Support

"How to upgrade on your Mac

  1. Choose Apple menu  > System Settings or System Preferences.
  2. Click Apple ID.
  3. Click iCloud.
  4. Click Manage. Or scroll down and tap Upgrade to iCloud+.
  5. Click Change Storage Plan or Buy More Storage, and choose a plan.
  6. Click Next and enter your Apple ID password."


We hope this helps you.


Take care!






2 replies
Question marked as Top-ranking reply

Aug 21, 2023 2:07 PM in response to Neklaf79

Hi Neklaf79,


Thanks for contacting Apple Support Communities!


We understand that you need some help to redeem your Apple Gift Card so that you can purchase additional iCloud storage.


This resource will guide you through the process of redeeming your Apple Gift card: How to redeem your Apple Gift Card or App Store & iTunes gift card - Apple Support

"Redeem a gift card on your Mac

  1. Find the 16-digit code on the back of the card. For some gift cards, you might need to peel or gently scratch off the label to see the code.
  2. On your Mac, open the App Store.
  3. Click your name or the sign-in button in the sidebar. 
  4. Click Redeem Gift Card.

Mac showing the Redeem Gift Card button in the App Store.

5. Click Use Camera and follow the instructions on the screen. If you have trouble redeeming the card, enter your code manually.

Can't redeem your gift card?"


Once you've redeemed your Apple Gift Card and the balance is applied to your Apple ID, you can use that balance to purchase additional iCloud Storage as outlined here: Upgrade to iCloud+ - Apple Support

"How to upgrade on your Mac

  1. Choose Apple menu  > System Settings or System Preferences.
  2. Click Apple ID.
  3. Click iCloud.
  4. Click Manage. Or scroll down and tap Upgrade to iCloud+.
  5. Click Change Storage Plan or Buy More Storage, and choose a plan.
  6. Click Next and enter your Apple ID password."


We hope this helps you.


Take care!






This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

Apple Gift Card to purchase iCloud+

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.