If you were gifted an Apple App Store or Google Play Store gift card, you can use it to purchase Minecraft Bedrock Edition (Mobile) on your device.
Before You Start
- You will need:
- Your gift card code
- Access to the device you plan to play on
- A valid Apple ID (iOS) or Google account (Android)
- Make sure you are signed into the correct account before redeeming the gift card.
For iPhone or iPad (Apple App Store)
Step 1: Redeem the Gift Card
- Open the App Store.
- Tap your profile icon (top right).
- Tap Redeem Gift Card or Code.
- Enter the code manually or scan it.
- Tap Redeem.
The gift card balance will now be added to your Apple ID.
Step 2: Purchase Minecraft
- In the App Store, search for Minecraft.
- Make sure it is published by Mojang Studios.
- Tap the price button.
- Confirm the purchase using Face ID, Touch ID, or your password.
Minecraft will begin downloading automatically.
For Android Devices (Google Play Store)
Step 1: Redeem the Gift Card
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Tap your profile icon (top right).
- Tap Payments & Subscriptions.
- Tap Redeem Code.
- Enter the gift card code.
- Tap Redeem.
The balance will be added to your Google account.
Step 2: Purchase Minecraft
- In the Google Play Store, search for Minecraft.
- Confirm it is published by Mojang Studios.
- Tap the price button.
- Confirm purchase.
Minecraft will download automatically once purchased.
After Installing
- Open Minecraft.
- Sign in with a Microsoft account (required for multiplayer).
- You are now ready to play.
Important Notes
- Gift cards must match the device type (Apple for iPhone/iPad, Google Play for Android).
- Gift cards cannot be used across different platforms.
- Minecraft Mobile is Bedrock Edition.
- Multiplayer requires signing into a Microsoft account.