What does "sell gift cards for cash" actually mean?
When people search "sell gift cards for cash," they want two things: to get rid of a gift card they can't use, and to have money they can actually spend. The format of that money — check, bank transfer, or digital currency — matters less than the speed and reliability of getting it.
We pay in USDT (Tether) — a stablecoin that is always worth exactly $1.00 USD. It's not volatile like Bitcoin. It doesn't go up and down. One USDT equals one dollar, today and next week. If we pay you $88 for your $100 Amazon card, that $88 is real, stable money in your wallet in minutes.
You can convert USDT to US dollars in your bank account through Coinbase in 1–3 business days. Or spend it directly at merchants that accept crypto. Or hold it — unlike a gift card, USDT doesn't expire.
How we compare to CardCash, Raise, and other gift card sites
The three biggest gift card exchanges for cash are CardCash, Raise (GCX), and GiftCardGranny. None of them offer crypto payouts. Here's how we compare on what matters:
| Exchange | Amazon Rate | Payout Method | Payout Speed | Account Required | Registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GiftCards for Crypto | 88% | USDT / BTC / ETH (crypto) | ~5 minutes | No (under $200) | ✓ Yes |
| CardCash | Up to 92%* | Check / ACH / PayPal | 3–5 business days | Yes | Yes |
| Raise / GCX | Variable (P2P) | Bank transfer | 3–5 business days | Yes | Yes |
| GiftCardGranny | Aggregator (varies) | Varies by partner | Varies | Varies | Varies |
*CardCash's 92% rate applies to specific cards under specific conditions. Their standard rates are typically lower. Their trade-in-for-another-card option can yield 92%, but cash payouts are lower.
Current gift card rates
These are our current rates. The percentage is what you receive as a share of the card's face value.
See all rates including Starbucks, eBay, Nordstrom, Nike, and more on our full rates page.
How to sell your gift card in 4 steps
- Select your gift card brand and amount. You'll see your exact payout — in dollars — before entering any card details. A $100 Amazon card pays $70.00. No surprises.
- Enter your card number and PIN. These details are encrypted in transit and permanently purged from our systems after verification. We comply with requirements for record-keeping.
- Choose your cryptocurrency and enter your wallet address. USDT is the default — always $1.00, fastest payout. Don't have a wallet? Our 5-minute wallet guide walks you through getting one free.
- Receive your payout. Card verification takes 2–10 minutes. After that, your crypto is dispatched automatically. USDT arrives in about 5 minutes. Total time: under 20 minutes from start to money in your wallet.
Frequently asked questions
Yes. USDT (Tether) is a stablecoin worth exactly $1.00 USD. You can convert it to bank dollars through Coinbase (1–3 business days), spend it at crypto-accepting merchants, or use it on peer-to-peer platforms. It is as spendable as a dollar — often more so, because it moves faster and crosses borders without fees.
Yes — you need a wallet to receive your payout. Getting one is free and takes 5 minutes. We recommend Coinbase for beginners (easy conversion to USD) or Trust Wallet (no account required). See our free wallet setup guide →
Cryptocurrency transactions settle in minutes on a global network with no banks involved. A check requires physical mailing, bank processing, and a clearing period. ACH bank transfers require 1–3 business days of processing. USDT on the Tron network (TRC-20) settles in about 5 minutes, any time of day, any day of the year including weekends and holidays.
We are a crypto-native exchange, so all payouts are in cryptocurrency. If you specifically need a bank check or ACH transfer, CardCash or Raise may be a better fit for you. However, if you want the fastest payout and are willing to spend 5 minutes setting up a free Coinbase account, you can convert your USDT to USD and have it in your bank in 1–3 business days — which is still faster than waiting for a CardCash check to arrive by mail.
Yes — selling gift cards you legally own is entirely legal. We are registered with as a US-incorporated business, which means we operate under federal financial regulation. See our full guide: Is it legal to sell gift cards for crypto? →