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How-To Series: How to Add Your Digital Mastercard Gift Card to your Smart Phone Wallet

Have you been gifted a Card.Gift Digital Mastercard from a lovely friend, family member, colleague or all-round great person? Got no idea how to use it? Well, you’ve come to the right place.

This is your step-by-step guide to helping you access your Digital Mastercard Gift Card, add it to your digital wallet, and get it ready to use. Follow these simple instructions, and you'll be able to conveniently access and use your Digital Mastercard Gift Card for all your shopping needs. Please note the Digital Mastercard Gift Card is only compatible on Apple and Android devices and you must have an AU (+61) phone number to access your gift card. Ready to get started? Let's dive in!

Step 1:

Open the email that contains your Digital Mastercard Gift Card and click on "view your gift card."

Step 2:

You will be redirected to the Card.Gift website. Click or drag the arrow to locate your Digital Mastercard Gift Card and personalised message from your giftee. Then, click "view gift card."

Step 3:

On this page, fill in your personal details accurately, including your first name, last name, phone number, and email address. Afterward, click "Activate Card."

Step 4:

You will receive an SMS from "CardNetwork" (don't worry it is not spam, it comes from our parent company The Card Network). Click on the link provided in the SMS. If you haven't downloaded the TCN app yet, the link will prompt you to do so. If you already have the TCN app downloaded, proceed to step 5.

Step 5:

Open the TCN app. Your Digital Mastercard Gift Card will be waiting for you there. Select the card and choose "Add to Apple/Android Wallet."

Step 6:

If you have previously added a card to your smart phone wallet, these steps will be familiar. The process will differ depending on whether you use an Android or Apple device. Follow the appropriate prompts and select "next" to verify your gift card.

Step 7:

You will receive a text message from EML containing a code. Enter the code and select "next."

Step 8:

Your gift card has now been added to your digital wallet and is ready to be used. Happy shopping!

Discover our full range of digital prepaid Visa and Mastercard Gift Cards for your next gift here.

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