Can someone else use my gift card if they have the code?

Yes. If someone else has access to your gift card code, they can redeem it and use the balance. The system does not verify the original purchaser—it only verifies that the code is valid. Once the funds are redeemed, they cannot be retrieved.

This is why merchants strongly recommend keeping your gift card details private and treating them like cash. Sharing codes publicly—even by accident, such as posting a photo on social media—can result in your balance being stolen almost instantly.

💡 Tip: If you intend to give your card to someone else, share the code privately and encourage them to redeem it right away to prevent misuse.