So, you've got a DoorDash gift card burning a hole in your digital pocket, or maybe you're thinking of surprising someone with one. That's fantastic! It's a super straightforward way to treat yourself (or a friend) to your favorite meals without touching your regular payment methods. Let's walk through how to get that gift card credit into your DoorDash account.
First things first, you'll need to have the gift card handy. Whether it arrived in your email inbox or you've got a physical card, the key piece of information you'll need is the gift card PIN. This is usually an 11-digit code.
Redeeming Your Gift Card: The Direct Route
This is often the quickest way to get your credit applied. You can do this right from your account settings.
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On the App (iOS & Android):
- Open up your DoorDash app and make sure you're signed in.
- Tap on the 'Account' icon. On iOS, it's usually at the top; on Android, it might be the icon in the top left corner.
- Look for and tap on 'Gift Card'.
- You'll see an option to 'Redeem'. Tap that.
- Now, carefully enter your 11-digit Gift Card PIN.
- Hit 'Redeem to your account' (or a similar button).
- And voilà! You should see a confirmation, and the gift card amount will be added to your DoorDash credit. This credit will then automatically be used for your next order.
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On the Desktop Website:
- Head over to www.doordash.com and sign in to your account.
- In the bottom left corner, you should find an 'Account' link. Click it.
- Select 'Gift Card' from the menu.
- Click on the 'Redeem' option.
- Enter your 11-digit Gift Card PIN.
- Click 'Redeem to your account'.
- Just like with the app, you'll get a confirmation, and your DoorDash credit will be ready for your next meal.
Adding a Gift Card During Checkout: For Those Impromptu Cravings
Sometimes, you're in the middle of placing an order and realize you have a gift card. Good news – you can add it right then and there!
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On the App (iOS & Android):
- Once you've added your delicious items to your cart and are ready to finalize, select 'View Cart'.
- Scroll down towards the total. You should see an option for 'Promo' or 'promo codes, rewards & gift cards'.
- Look for a prompt like 'Have a gift card?' or 'Redeem now'.
- Enter your 11-digit Gift Card PIN and tap 'Redeem Gift Card'. The credit should be applied to your current order total.
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On the Desktop Website:
- Proceed to the 'Checkout' page for your order.
- Underneath your order summary, you'll find a section for 'Promo codes, rewards & gift cards'.
- Find the area labeled 'Redeem Your Gift Card'.
- Type in your 11-digit Gift Card PIN and click 'Redeem'.
- The gift card balance will be applied to your order.
A Quick Note on Primary Payment:
It's worth mentioning that you don't necessarily need a primary form of payment already on your account to use a gift card. The gift card credit will simply be applied first. If your order total exceeds the gift card balance, you'll then be prompted to use another payment method for the remaining amount.
And that's it! Adding a DoorDash gift card is a simple process that opens up a world of culinary possibilities. Happy ordering!
