Gift cards are a popular way to give a gift to someone you care about, especially when you’re not sure what to get them. With the rise of online shopping, gift cards are even more convenient, as you can easily purchase them from the comfort of your own home.
If you’re considering buying an Etsy gift card for a loved one, you may be wondering, “Does Etsy have gift cards?” In this post, we’ll answer this question and take a deeper look at the options available for giving a handmade gift from Etsy.
Does Etsy Have Gift Cards?
Yes, Etsy offers gift cards. The gift cards are digital and can be sent to the recipient, or to you in a printable format. They can be redeemed for any item on the site. You can check the balance of the gift card in your Etsy account.
Please note that only sellers that use Etsy payments will be able to accept Etsy gift cards, if the seller only accepts paypal, you will not be able to use your gift card balance with them.
How to Purchase an Etsy Gift Card
Purchasing an Etsy gift card is simple and straightforward. Here’s how you can do it:
- Go to Etsy’s website and log in to your account. If you don’t have an account, sign up for one.
- Click on the “Gift Cards” link at the bottom of any page. (Mobile users tap “you” on the bottom menu and then select “Shop Etsy gift cards”
- Choose the type of gift card you want to purchase, and whether you’re sending it to someone else or yourself
- Enter the recipient’s name, your name and an optional personal note.
- Select the amount
- Choose a delivery method (Emailed to recipient or Printed)
- If you selected “Email to a recipient” fill out their email information
- Complete the payment process.
That’s it! Your recipient (or you) will receive the gift card via email. The gift card can be redeemed by using the code provided on the card at Etsy’s redeem page, which can be found here.
Are Etsy Gift Cards Available in All Countries?
Unfortunately, Etsy gift cards are not available in all countries. Like I said earlier, gift cards are only allowed to be used with sellers who use Etsy payments, and Etsy payments does not support all countries.
Only sellers that have Etsy Payments in their shops can accept Etsy Gift Cards and Etsy Credits.
Source: Etsy
The following countries are eligible for Etsy Payments and therefore are the countries eligible to use Etsy gift cards:
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Bulgaria*
- Canada
- Croatia*
- Cyprus
- Czech Republic*
- Denmark
- Estonia
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hong Kong
- Hungary*
- Indonesia
- Ireland
- Israel
- Italy
- Latvia
- Lithuania
- Luxembourg
- Malaysia
- Malta
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Netherlands
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Philippines
- Poland*
- Portugal
- Romania*
- Singapore
- Slovakia
- Slovenia
- South Africa
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Vietnam
Do Etsy Gift Cards Expire?
Yes. Etsy gift cards expire 48 months after the initial purchase of the card.
Can Etsy Gift Cards Be Used for Any Item on the Site?
Yes, Etsy gift cards can be used for any item on the site. So long as the seller uses Etsy Payments. Whether you’re shopping for clothing, jewelry, home decor, or any other type of item, you can use an Etsy gift card to make the purchase.
Can You Check the Balance of an Etsy Gift Card?
Yes, you can check the balance of an Etsy gift card. Simply log in to your Etsy account and click on your profile icon, your gift card balance will appear in the dropdown menu.
Final thoughts
Etsy gift cards are a perfect way to give a handmade gift to someone you care about. Whether you’re looking for a unique item for your home or want to give the gift of choice, Etsy gift cards are a great option.
They’re easy to purchase, can be used for any item on the site. So, next time you’re considering a gift for someone special, consider giving an Etsy gift card. With so many handmade and unique items to choose from, the recipient is sure to find something they love!
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