How Xbox Redeem Codes Work

Because the account system that’s used on Xbox One consoles is the same one used for the Microsoft Store on Windows 10 computers, money added to an Xbox account via an Xbox One redeem code will also be usable on a Windows 10 device using the same account. For example, if you redeem an Xbox One gift card code for $50 on your Xbox One console, you could use $30 to buy an Xbox One game, then use the remaining $20 to buy an app or movie on your Windows 10 computer. Microsoft and Xbox accounts are the same thing. They simply use different names depending on what device you’re using.

How to Redeem Xbox Live Gold Codes

Xbox Live Gold redeem codes are similar to Xbox and Microsoft gift card codes but instead of adding credit to a Microsoft account that can be spent on digital purchases, it either activates an Xbox Live Gold subscription or extends the duration of a current one. Xbox Network gift card codes can be redeemed in the exact same way as the Xbox and Microsoft codes.

How to Redeem Xbox Gift Card Codes on Web

One of the easiest ways to redeem an Xbox code is via the Microsoft website. All you need to do is go to redeem.microsoft.com, enter your code, and select Next to immediately add the credit to your account.

How to Redeem Xbox Gift Card Codes on Xbox One

Xbox One gift cards can also be redeemed on any Xbox One console via the following method:

How to Redeem Xbox Gift Card Codes With the Xbox Apps

There are official Xbox apps for iOS, Android, and Windows 10 smartphones, tablets, and other devices. These can also be used to redeem Microsoft and Xbox gift card codes.

How to Redeem Xbox Gift Card Codes on Windows 10

To redeem an Xbox or Microsoft code on a Windows 10 tablet or computer, make sure you’re logged in with the same Microsoft account as on your Xbox One console and do the following: