Check your balance on any Apple device or online

You can see how much money is left on your Apple Gift Card through the Apple ID account settings on an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple TV — or by visiting the Apple website from any computer. The balance appears instantly once you sign in with the Apple ID linked to the card. If you don't have an Apple device, you can still check the balance online without downloading anything.

Apple stores the gift card value in your Apple ID account, not on the physical card itself. This means once you've redeemed the card code, the money is tied to your account and accessible from anywhere you can log in. You don't need the card in front of you to check the balance.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Apple Gift Card balance is stored in your Apple ID account, so you check it by signing into your account settings on any Apple device or at apple.com.
  • On iPhone or iPad, go to Settings, tap your name, select Media & Purchases, then tap View Account to see your balance.
  • On a Mac, open System Settings, click your name, select Media & Purchases, and view your account balance there.
  • If you haven't redeemed the card code yet, you'll need to enter the code first before the balance appears in your account.

Check balance on iPhone or iPad

Open the Settings app and tap your name at the top of the screen. Select Media & Purchases, then tap View Account. Your Apple Gift Card balance appears under Account Information as "Store Credit." This is the amount available to spend on apps, music, books, subscriptions, and other content through Apple services.

If you see a zero balance but recently redeemed a card, wait a few minutes and refresh the page. Sometimes the balance takes a moment to update. If the balance still doesn't appear, make sure you're signed into the correct Apple ID — the one you used to redeem the gift card code.

Check balance on Mac

Click the Apple menu in the top-left corner and select System Settings. Click your name in the sidebar, then select Media & Purchases. Your Store Credit balance appears in the Account Information section. The process is the same whether you're using macOS Ventura, Sonoma, or an earlier version.

On older Macs running macOS Big Sur or earlier, the path is slightly different: open System Preferences, click your Apple ID, select Media & Purchases, and view your account. The balance information is in the same place regardless of which macOS version you have.

Check balance on Apple TV

Go to Settings on your Apple TV and select Users and Accounts. Choose your account, then select Media & Purchases. Your Store Credit balance displays under Account Information. This method works on all Apple TV models that support tvOS.

Make sure you're signed into the Apple ID account that has the gift card balance. If you share an Apple TV with family members, each person needs to check their own account to see their individual balance.

Check balance online at apple.com

Visit appleid.apple.com from any web browser and sign in with your Apple ID and password. Click Account Settings, then select Media & Purchases. Your Store Credit balance appears under Account Information. This method works on Windows computers, Android phones, or any device with internet access.

If you have two-factor authentication enabled on your Apple ID, you'll receive a verification code on a trusted device. Enter that code to complete the sign-in. This extra security step protects your account but only takes a few seconds.

What to do if you haven't redeemed the card code yet

If you have a physical Apple Gift Card or a code from an email, you need to redeem it first before the balance appears in your account. On iPhone or iPad, open the App Store, tap your profile icon in the top-right corner, select Redeem Gift Card or Code, and enter the 16-character code. On Mac, open the App Store, click your account icon, and select Redeem Gift Card or Code.

You can also redeem a code at appleid.apple.com by signing in, clicking Account Settings, selecting Media & Purchases, and choosing Redeem Gift Card or Code. Once you enter the code, the balance transfers to your account immediately and is ready to spend.

Troubleshooting a missing or incorrect balance

If your balance doesn't match what you expect, check that you're signed into the correct Apple ID. Some people have multiple Apple IDs, and gift cards are tied to the specific account they were redeemed on. Sign out and sign back in with the email address you used when you redeemed the card.

If you've recently spent money from your gift card balance, remember that purchases can take a few minutes to process. Subscriptions and app purchases deduct from your Store Credit first before charging a payment method. If you believe there's an error, contact Apple Support through appleid.apple.com or visit an Apple Store to review your account history.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I check my Apple Gift Card balance without an Apple device?

Yes. Visit appleid.apple.com from any computer or phone with a web browser, sign in with your Apple ID, and view your balance under Media & Purchases. You don't need an iPhone, iPad, or Mac to check your balance.

What if my balance shows zero but I just redeemed a card?

Wait a few minutes and refresh the page — the balance sometimes takes time to update. If it still shows zero, verify you're signed into the Apple ID account you used to redeem the code. Check that the code was entered correctly and fully processed.

Can I check someone else's Apple Gift Card balance?

No. You can only view the balance on an Apple ID account you can sign into. If you gave someone a gift card, they need to sign into their own Apple ID to see the balance. Parents can view their children's balances through Family Sharing settings.

Does my balance expire?

Apple Gift Card balances do not expire. Once redeemed to your account, the Store Credit remains available indefinitely until you spend it. However, check your local laws — some regions have expiration rules that vary by location.