Q1. Can I combine gift cards with coupons or special promotions?
In most cases yes, gift cards may be combined with an in-store or an online
coupon along with special promotions. For most merchants, they work like cash.
However, there may be restrictions about this form of clubbing in case of a few
merchants. We suggest, you confirm it with the merchant before you make a purchase.
Q2. Can I use a shipping address different from my billing address?
We're really sorry. We can only ship your gift cards to your billing address
at this point of time.
Q3. Can I use electronic gift cards in store?
While most electronic gift cards can be used only in an online store, some gift
cards may work for an in-store purchase.Please visit our buy page or the website
of the concerned merchant to get further details on the same.
Q4. Can I use my gift card online?
Most of the gift cards may be used for an online purchase. However, some cards
are to be used in store only. In case a gift card is to be used in store only,
it will be mentioned in the listing for the card.
Q5. Do these gift cards expire?
Gift cards never expire, unless otherwise stated in the listing. However, we
recommend using them within the balance guarantee period. Should you face any
problem during this time frame, please contact us so that we may help you at
the earliest.
Q6. Do you accept Store credit / Merchandise credit?
Yes, we gladly accept all forms of plastic gift cards even in the form of merchandise
credits, as long as they are transferable and usable by other users.
Q7. Do you charge for shipping?
Shipping is free for all purchases.
Q8. Do you charge Sales Tax?
No, we do not charge sales tax for gift card sales.
Q9. Do you provide a guarantee on your gift cards?
Yes, we at Gift Card Outlets provide a guarantee on all our cards and follow
a 60 day refund policy for "items not as described." We will definitely do our
level best to contact the seller and get you a refund even after the 60 day window
period lapses. However, this cannot be guaranteed.
Q10. How are you able to discount the gift cards?
The gift cards we sell are bought by us from customers who no longer need them.
We buy them at a discount from their face value and resell them at a discount.
Q11. How much time will it take to receive my cards?
Once you place an order for gift cards with us, we generally send the shipment
1-3 business days. All e-codes are delivered within 1 business day for returning
customers and within 1-3 business days for new customers for whom a one-time
phone verification is mandatory before the e-code is delivered to them. All plastic
cards are shipped using USPS first class mail and it typically take 3-7 business
days to arrive. All e-codes are delivered to your Gift Card Outlets account and
not via an email.
Q12. I was asked for my credit card number. Should I part with the details?
Gift Card Outlets does not ask for credit card numbers over the phone or in an
email. If you received a call from someone pretending to be from Gift Card Outlets,
please do NOT provide any information and contact us on (331) 264-4777 or report
this to us on [email protected]
Q13. Is there any fee associated with these gift cards?
There is no fee associated with our gift cards.
Q14. What are electronic gift cards?
Electronic gift cards are delivered to the buyer's email address within 1 business
day, and only contain the gift card number and pin and not an actual plastic
card.
Q15. What gift cards do you accept?
We accept gift cards from any brand, retailer or restaurant. You can sell your e-gift card(Electronic gift card) with a minimum balance of $15 on the card.
Q16. What happens if I lose my gift card?
Gift Card Outlets highly recommends that you keep a copy of the card numbers
safely in case the gift card is lost. Most merchants will allow you to replace
a lost or stolen gift card for the remaining balance on it. However some merchants
treat gift cards strictly as cash and may not honor the replacement of a lost
card.
Q17. What is Merchandise credit?
Merchandise credit is same as a store credit and works just like gift cards.
However, the gift card may read "Merchandise Credit" in it. While most merchandise
credits can be used both in stores, and online, some may be used in store only
if specified in the listing.
Q18. What is your refund policy?
We will gladly refund buyers within 45 days of the receipt of gift card, ONLY
if the balance on the gift card received is different from what was stated or
if the balance on the gift card depletes and / or it becomes void with no fault
of the buyer.
Q19. Why are you asking me questions about my Identity?
In some cases, we may need to ask our customers to identify themselves in order
to ensure that a transaction is indeed done by an authorized card holder. We
may verify this by using a third party service to ask questions from public records
which is based on answering a set of multiple choice questions. In some other
cases, it may be done by asking for a 3-way conference call with your card issuer.
Q20. Will you provide me prepaid label for shipping the gift cards to Gift Card
Outlets processing center?
At this time, Gift Card Outlets does not offer prepaid shipping / postage to
mail in your gift cards.
Q1. Can I trade my gift card for another gift card?
We're sorry, but at this point of time, we are unable to let you trade your
gift card for another. However, you may choose to sell the gift card that you
possess and then buy the gift card of your choice in a separate transaction.
Q1. Do you accept gift cards with expiration date?
Yes, as long as the gift card has an expiration date at least 6 months in future,
and you mention this when making an offer.
Q2. Do you accept Paper certificates or merchandise credits / store credit on
a receipt instead of a plastic gift card?
No, as of now we are not accepting plastic gift cards only electronic.
Q3. How much time will it take for me to receive payment for the sent cards?
We do our best to verify and process your payment at the earliest* after receiving
all the requisite details and the gift card. We make our payments within
10-15 working days. In case of bulk sellers, we then make our payments via ACH.
*At times, we may have to withhold the payment in order to validate the card.
For more details, please refer to our page for terms of use.
Q4. How much time will it take to receive a response for my Selling offer?
Once an offer is successfully submitted, we will respond within 2-3 business
day with an acceptance / rejection / counteroffer notice to the email address
provided in the offer form.
Q5. How should I sell my gift cards to Gift Card Outlets?
At Gift Card Outlets, we let you make us an offer for your gift card/s. Please
Click Here to make an offer.
Q6. What are the conditions for a seller to be paid
Your name should be entered correctly on your sell order and should match your identification shared. We must recieve a valid ID proof which includes either the front of your driver's license or state. Once you enter your gift card details and the sale is approved by both GCO and the seller, the sale will be final and cancelation will not be possible on demand.
Q7. What will I be paid for the gift card/s ?
At Gift Card Outlets we allow you to make an offer for your gift cards. Generally
we pay between 60% - 90% of the value on the gift card. If your offer is accepted,
we will notify you of this acceptance, so you will know exactly how much payment
to expect for your gift card.
Q8. what is the minimum value of gift cards that are accepted to sell?
The gift card should have a balance of atleast $15 or high anything below that amount will be rejected.