You can purchase digital content or subscribe to apps on the Google Play Store with your gift cards. However, you need to redeem the card first by adding the balance to your Google Play account. Open Google Play and go to Payments and Subscriptions on your profile and tap Redeem gift code. Simply enter the gift card code to add the balance to your account.
If you have a Google Play gift card, you can start purchasing content on Google Play. But first, you'll need to redeem the gift card. Once redeemed, the balance on your gift card will be added to your account. However, keep in mind that Google Play gift cards are not refundable.
Below are the steps to adding the gift card balance to your Google Play account:
1. Open Google Play and tap on the profile icon.
2. Go to Payments and Subscriptions and tap Redeem gift code.
3. Enter the gift card code.
On your computer, simply visit the redemption page on the Google Play website and enter the code. Hit Redeem. If you got the gift card via email, you may redeem your gift card by opening the email and following the on-screen instructions.
You can subscribe to app services or purchase any content on Google Play. Below are the steps to download an app from the Google Play store:
1. Use your mobile phone or tablet and go to Google Play Store. If you're on the web, just visit the Google Play website. Apps purchased on the website will be delivered to your mobile or tablet.
2. Browse for any app or content. Feel free to use the categories to easily find items you want to purchase.
3. Select an item and tap Install
3. Just follow the on-screen instructions to successfully purchase or subscribe. If you're a first-time user, you will need to first add a payment method. For others, just select Google Play balance as your payment method in the down arrow.
If you wish to purchase other digital content like books, you may visit Google Play Books, Google TV or the Play Games app. For further concerns, please contact Customer Support.
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