How to Identify Your Card Type
A physical gift card is a tangible card bought in a shop or delivered by post. It often has a barcode, card number, and covered PIN on the back. Some printed vouchers also count as physical cards.
An e-code is delivered electronically. You may receive it by email, in an app, or through an online account. There may be no plastic card. The message normally shows the brand, value, and redemption code. For another perspective, see How to Sell Gift Cards in Nigeria: A Step-by-Step Checklist.
| Feature | Physical card | E-code |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Plastic card or printed voucher | Email, app message, or digital file |
| Main proof | Clear card images and possible receipt | Original delivery message or order screen |
| Code location | Usually on the back | Inside the digital message |
Details Commonly Needed for Review
The exact requirements depend on the card brand and format. A reviewer may need enough information to identify the card, confirm its stated value, and check whether it can be used.
Images should be clear and complete. Remove unrelated personal or payment information before submission. Do not edit the card details that are needed for verification. For another perspective, see Common Reasons a Gift Card Trade Is Delayed or Rejected.
- The gift card brand and country of issue
- The currency and stated balance or face value
- Clear front and back images for a physical card
- The purchase receipt when it is available or requested
- A screenshot of the original delivery message for an e-code
- Any visible activation or purchase status
Processing Times and Conditions
Physical cards and e-codes may follow different checks. A physical card image can be unclear, damaged, or missing a receipt. An e-code may need confirmation that the digital delivery is original and that the code has not been redeemed.
Card brand, region, currency, balance, and demand can also affect an offer. Gift Cards Hub supports the buying and selling of many card brands, including Amazon, Steam Wallet, Google Play, Apple, Walmart, eBay, Visa, and others. Acceptance and processing conditions may vary by card.
- Submit sharp images with every edge visible
- Use the original digital message when possible
- Check that the brand and currency are readable
- Wait for the card to be reviewed before relying on a quoted value
Protect the Code from Other People
A gift card code can be used like stored value. Anyone who obtains it may be able to redeem the balance. Share it only through the official submission process of the exchange service you have chosen.
Never post a full code in a public chat, comment, marketplace listing, or social media image. Keep your receipt and original delivery message until the transaction is complete. Explore more articles on giftcardshub.com.ng.
- Confirm that you are using the correct service page or official account
- Hide the full code in public photos and early enquiries
- Submit sensitive details only when they are required for verification
- Stop if an unrelated person asks for the code or PIN
- Keep a record of what you submitted and when