Thereās usually a pause just before you send a picture of your gift card or a gift card code to a vendor.
That pause is because the moment you share your card code with anyone, thereās a high chance that if you try that card again, it will have been redeemed.
So if the vendor goes quiet after that, you have no leverage. This is why you have to take the process of selling your gift cards seriously.
When you sell a gift card, you should not expect 100% of the value. Depending on the card type and platform, you should receive about 60%-88% of the card’s face value. In this piece, weāll examine 9 legit sites to sell your gift cards for cash.Ā
Top 9 sites to sell gift cards for crypto or cash
1. Cardtonic: best for users in Nigeria or Ghana
Cardtonic is a platform for trading gift cards directly for cash, with other features like virtual dollar cards. To sell your gift card, you provide your card details; they verify and then pay you directly for your gift card.Ā
Currently supporting over 50 gift card brands, including Apple, Amazon, Steam, and Google Play. Withdrawals are typically processed within minutes and are sent to your linked bank account or Mobile Money. They also offer virtual dollar cards.
One Play Store reviewer, Maxwell Charles, described the fear of handing over a card code: āI was filled with anxiety and doubt whether they will take my card without paying me.ā Cardtonic also has reports of slow dispute resolution, so keep your receipt and trade records until the payment lands
It supports over 1 million users in Nigeria and Ghana, with ID and bank detail checks for higher limits or disputes. Live rates move constantly, so recheck the quote on the day you trade.
2. NoOnes: best for sellers who want to pick their own rate
NoOnes is a peer-to-peer marketplace where you can sell gift cards directly to other people. It lets you check the exact rate before committing, so you know what you will receive before handing over the card.
NoOnes is newer to the Nigerian market than Cardtonic or Prestmit, so its review history is thinner. Start with a small trade before committing a larger card.
They support over 40 gift card brands, and you can get paid directly in Naira to your local bank account or in crypto if you want. If you choose to get paid in crypto, you should set up a personal crypto wallet to receive your funds.
NoOnes also has a separate flow called SnapX where you can submit your card, check the rate, and get paid without searching for a buyer on the marketplace. They operate across Nigeria, Ghana, and Kenya.
3. Prestmit: best for sellers who want multiple payout options
Prestmit is a Nigerian startup that supports gift card trading. They directly buy your card and pay you in Naira, Cedis, or crypto.
They support over 50 brands, including all the popular ones, and you get to choose your payout method before you submit.Ā Payout is about 10 minutes according to information on Prestmit’s own website.
KYC changes with limits and features, so confirm what applies to you before you start. Compare the final crypto amount and network on the confirmation screen before you accept.
4. CoinCola: best for sellers who prefer p2p
CoinCola is another peer-to-peer marketplace to sell gift cards to other users. Individual buyers set their own rates and reply at their own pace. So a slow buyer means a slow trade. You deal directly with the buyer who posts the offer.
CoinCola’s Nigeria pages list 300+ supported brands, with BTC and USDT trading. Its guide publishes example percentages for common US brands. Those numbers are platform-published examples to verify at checkout, not settled market evidence.
Counterparty risk stays with you until release happens correctly. That is the risk that the other person will delay, underpay, or disappear. CoinCola holds the seller’s crypto in escrow until the buyer confirms the gift card is valid, then releases it to the buyer.
5. Remitano:Ā best for users who want to trade gift cards for bitcoin
Remitano is a peer-to-peer marketplace where buyers and sellers post their own offers for gift cards, BTC, and USDT on its Nigerian pages
You create or accept an offer, submit card details under the trade terms, and wait for confirmation, because no desk in the middle sets your rate. Public details on support speed and dispute handling are thin, so read each offer’s terms closely and don’t assume fast resolution.
6. LocalCoinSwap: best for global access
Another peer-to-peer platform on this list is LocalCoinSwap. It is non-custodial, so you keep control of your keys. Its escrow locks the seller’s crypto until the buyer confirms payment, then releases it. You can then sell the crypto for Naira on the same platform in a separate trade.
The site runs gift-card-to-crypto pages where you deal with the other user directly, so check fee and payment method statements at checkout because availability shifts. Liquidity, meaning the number of active buyers or offers for your exact card, can vary. Check active offers for your brand before you commit.
They support over 300 payment methods globally.
7. Snappy Exchange: best for Nigerian users
Snappy Exchange describes converting gift cards into Bitcoin credit held as a Snappy balance. Once Snappy credits the trade, the value sits as Snappy balance. You can withdraw that Snappy balance to a personal wallet.Ā
It supports major gift card brands including Apple, Amazon, Steam, Google Play, Visa, and Razer Gold. Withdrawals go directly to any Nigerian bank account. Its footprint is smaller and less independently reviewed than the larger platforms on this list.
Snappy Exchange is registered with the CAC and has a physical office. One downside is it operates only in Nigeria and pays in Naira.
8. NOSH: best for simple user experience
NOSH is a fintech app that lets you sell gift cards for Naira or Cedis directly. You select the brand, enter the details, upload images, and get paid into your NOSH wallet. From there, you can withdraw to your bank account.
It supports around 30 gift card brands, including Apple, Amazon, Steam, Google Play, and Visa. Payouts are processed within minutes after verification. The app also lets you buy gift cards, pay bills, buy airtime, and book flights, so it is more than just a gift card trading platform.
The catalog and payout speed lean toward popular, mainstream cards, with less depth on rarer brands
9. GiftoCash: best for sellers who want automated conversion
GiftoCash is an online platform that claims to buy gift cards directly and pay through bank transfer, USDT, BTC, or Cash App. It advertises rates up to 95% of face value and payouts within 5 to 60 minutes. The platform supports over 300 gift card brands.
Those specifics are presented as company claims without credible independent review volume, entity proof, or escrow proof found during checks. Don’t treat advertised percentages as market fact.
Test with small amounts first before committing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I sell a gift card for cash in four steps?
The steps slightly differ per platform, but the flow is:
- Choose the platform and card type that match.
- Check the live rate and lock the terms inside the platform.
- Submit the code only inside the official trade window where escrow applies.
- Move BTC or USDT to your own wallet once it arrives.
Never send codes on WhatsApp, Telegram, or email to speed things up. Scammers love shortcuts.
How much will I get for my gift card?
Expect between 60% and 88% of the card’s face value. The final amount depends on the brand, country, card format, and platform. Check the live quote before submitting the card.
How much is a $100 gift card in Naira if I take crypto?
There is no stable answer. A $100 card does not equal $100 in crypto. Apply the card rate percentage, then convert that BTC or USDT value to Naira at the market rate when you sell or withdraw.
Check both numbers live on the same day.
Should I take Bitcoin or USDT, and which network?
BTC works for holding if you can live with price swings and slower confirmation. USDT suits a dollar-like balance for simpler cash-out math. TRC20 runs on Tron and ERC20 runs on Ethereum. Fees differ by network and change over time, so check the current fee and match the network on both ends before you send. A wrong-network transfer is not recoverable, and you lose the funds.
Do I need KYC or receipts, and what if my card is rejected or partial?
Each platform sets its own requirements. You can be asked for identification when withdrawing funds, requesting higher limits, or disputing a trade. Keep the purchase receipt, card photos where allowed, and your code history. Common rejection reasons include a region mismatch, an already-redeemed card, or unreadable details.
