If you are part of a Family Sharing group, your personal Apple Account Balance is usually used first for your own purchases, but family members cannot typically "share" your gift card balance.
An iTunes gift card covers more than just the initial price of a "paid" app. You can use the balance for: One-time purchases from the App Store.
Historically, Apple sold specific "iTunes Gift Cards" for media and "App Store Gift Cards" for software. Today, Apple has largely unified these into the . However, if you have an older card specifically labeled "iTunes," it is still valid. Once redeemed, the balance is added to your Apple Account Balance , which acts as a universal wallet for Apple services. How to Use the Balance for Apps
Monthly charges for services like Apple Arcade , Apple Music , or third-party app subscriptions (like Canva or Duolingo) that are billed through the App Store. Important Limitations There are a few "gotchas" to keep in mind:
Select and use your camera to scan the code or enter it manually.
You can only use a gift card in the same country or region where it was purchased. A US iTunes card will not work on a UK Apple ID.