{"id":388,"date":"2021-07-13T00:00:12","date_gmt":"2021-07-13T00:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/?p=388"},"modified":"2025-10-29T06:49:41","modified_gmt":"2025-10-29T06:49:41","slug":"physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes","title":{"rendered":"Differences Between Physical Gift Cards, Gift Vouchers And Ecodes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e911b55ca67\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e911b55ca67\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#What_is_a_Gift_Card\" >What is a Gift Card?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#What_Are_Physical_Gift_Cards\" >What Are Physical Gift Cards?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#What_Are_Ecodes\" >What Are Ecodes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#What_Are_Gift_Vouchers\" >What Are Gift Vouchers?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Key_Differences_Between_Physical_Gift_Cards_Gift_Vouchers_and_eCodes\" >Key Differences Between Physical Gift Cards, Gift Vouchers, and eCodes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Physical_Gift_Cards_vs_Ecodes_vs_Gift_Vouchers_Which_Is_Better_for_You\" >Physical Gift Cards vs Ecodes vs Gift Vouchers: Which Is Better for You?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#1_Shopping_Preference\" >1. Shopping Preference<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#2_Age\" >2. Age<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#3_Location\" >3. Location<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Different_Forms_Of_Gift_Cards\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Different Forms Of Gift Cards<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Which_Is_Better_Between_Physical_Gift_Cards_Gift_Vouchers_And_Ecodes\" >Which Is Better Between Physical Gift Cards, Gift Vouchers, And Ecodes?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Are_Ecodes_Safer_Than_Physical_Gift_Cards\" >Are Ecodes Safer Than Physical Gift Cards?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Can_I_Sell_Ecodes_And_Gift_Vouchers\" >Can I Sell Ecodes And Gift Vouchers?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/physical-cards-gift-vouchers-and-ecodes\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>NThis digital age is giving room for the large adoption of a digital asset like gift cards to be used as an alternative payment method to cash at both online and physical stores. But more often than not, these cards exist in different forms, which can sometimes be confusing on how to use them, especially for beginner users. Hence, the reason to know the difference between physical gift cards, gift vouchers, and ecodes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Gift_Card\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is a Gift Card?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8582 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1.jpg\" alt=\"Difference between physical gift cards, gift vouchers and ecodes.\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1066\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1-1536x1023.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/171220-gift-cards-fake-1-1320x879.jpg 1320w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1066;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A gift card is a prepaid card of stored value that can be used to access products or services across stores that support them. It is the real-time value that these <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/why-gift-cards-are-better-than-regular-gifts\">gift cards hold that makes them better than regular gifts<\/a>. This is because the cards give you the purchasing power to afford what you desire at stores.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the years, gift cards have transcended the traditional use of redeeming them at designated stores, as you can also cash out on them. As such, gift card trading is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/10-best-ways-make-money-online-nigeria\">best ways to make money online<\/a> at this time &#8211; giving convenience and flexibility to its holders\/users.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift cards exist in three major forms &#8211; physical, gift vouchers, and ecodes, which we will discuss to know what makes them unique.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Physical_Gift_Cards\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Physical Gift Cards?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-12928 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Steam-50-00-Gift-Card-Valve-Physical_42dd1656-9091-4c72-9e11-e99074f3a02a.8517fa19dc6f95e5d1a27a5ff9a968a9.webp\" alt=\"Difference between physical gift cards, gift vouchers and ecodes.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1000\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Steam-50-00-Gift-Card-Valve-Physical_42dd1656-9091-4c72-9e11-e99074f3a02a.8517fa19dc6f95e5d1a27a5ff9a968a9.webp 1000w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Steam-50-00-Gift-Card-Valve-Physical_42dd1656-9091-4c72-9e11-e99074f3a02a.8517fa19dc6f95e5d1a27a5ff9a968a9-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Steam-50-00-Gift-Card-Valve-Physical_42dd1656-9091-4c72-9e11-e99074f3a02a.8517fa19dc6f95e5d1a27a5ff9a968a9-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Steam-50-00-Gift-Card-Valve-Physical_42dd1656-9091-4c72-9e11-e99074f3a02a.8517fa19dc6f95e5d1a27a5ff9a968a9-300x300.webp 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1000px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1000\/1000;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A physical gift card is a plastic card that you can purchase directly from physical stores. They look like your <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/major-difference-between-prepaid-cards-debit-cards-and-credit-cards\">credit\/debit cards<\/a> issued by your traditional banks. You can use these physical gift cards from their respective stores to access your preferred products and services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find physical cards in <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/all-you-need-know-about-amazon-gift-card\">Amazon gift cards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/all-you-need-know-about-apple-gift-card\">Apple gift cards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-sephora-gift-card\">Sephora gift cards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/all-you-need-to-know-about-google-play-gift-card\">Google Play gift cards<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/blog\/all-you-need-know-about-steam-gift-card\">Steam gift cards<\/a>, Vanilla gift cards, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These cards are easy to use as you can redeem them online and in-store. But they can be subject to loss or damage if you don\u2019t keep them safe. You must be careful when holding them to prevent losing the card value.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Ecodes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Ecodes?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are digital forms of gift cards, sometimes called e-gift cards, which are basically codes that you receive in your email after purchasing them. The ecodes work like physical gift cards, but the only difference is that you can not hold them as you will with physical cards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popular cards have ecodes, including Steam gift cards, Amazon gift cards, Google Play gift cards, PlayStation gift cards, Sephora gift cards, Apple gift cards, etc. Y<\/span>ou can redeem your ecodes at the stores that support them, just as you will use your physical gift cards. But this form of gift card is widely used at online stores.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is safer to have an ecode than a physical gift card because it can not be liable to damage, albeit you can lose it if there is unauthorized access to your email in the form of phishing.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Gift_Vouchers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Gift Vouchers?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12929 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/71YqJVHV2nL._AC_SL1500_.jpg\" alt=\"Difference between physical gift cards, gift vouchers and ecodes.\" width=\"1386\" height=\"1270\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/71YqJVHV2nL._AC_SL1500_.jpg 1386w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/71YqJVHV2nL._AC_SL1500_-1024x938.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/71YqJVHV2nL._AC_SL1500_-150x137.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.prestmit.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/71YqJVHV2nL._AC_SL1500_-768x704.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1386px) 100vw, 1386px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1386px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1386\/1270;\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift vouchers, or gift certificates, are gift cards between physical cards and ecodes. How? They are similar to ecodes because you get them as codes and can have them in a printed form to hold like a receipt in a likely manner as a physical gift card.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type of card is often given as a gift to an employee or a loved one to shop at stores that support it. In most instances, businesses also use gift vouchers as a marketing strategy to give their brand more publicity while using the voucher gift to attract customers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Differences_Between_Physical_Gift_Cards_Gift_Vouchers_and_eCodes\"><\/span><b>Key Differences Between Physical Gift Cards, Gift Vouchers, and eCodes<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Feature<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Physical Gift Card<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Gift Voucher<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>eCode<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Format<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plastic or paper card you can hold.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Paper or digital voucher, often printable.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fully digital code sent to your inbox or phone.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delivery<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bought in-store or shipped by mail.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sent via email or printed for in-person use.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delivered instantly by email or SMS.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redemption<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Used in-store or online (depending on brand).<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accepted in-store or online.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redeemed online, in-app, or at POS terminals.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Security<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes holograms or scratch-off PINs.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uses unique serial or voucher numbers.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protected with encrypted digital codes.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delivery Time<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A few days if mailed or bought in-store.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instantly, once issued or printed.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant, ready to use immediately.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Risk of Loss<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be lost or damaged physically.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reprint possible if the file is saved.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low risk unless sent to the wrong email.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Replaceability<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually takes time to replace.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Possible with proof of purchase.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy, can be reissued digitally.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best For<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tangible, traditional gifting.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotions, discounts, or events.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant online purchases and last-minute gifts.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Physical_Gift_Cards_vs_Ecodes_vs_Gift_Vouchers_Which_Is_Better_for_You\"><\/span>Physical Gift Cards vs Ecodes vs Gift Vouchers: Which Is Better for You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Let\u2019s look at some factors to consider which is better between these forms of gift card.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Shopping_Preference\"><\/span>1. Shopping Preference<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Shopping preference varies among users. While some people may like to walk into physical stores to purchase products, other customers love online shopping. Therefore, your shopping preference will determine the best form of gift card for you.<\/p>\n<p>A physical gift card and voucher will be ideal for a walk-in customer into physical stores as you can easily redeem the card at the cashier&#8217;s point. On the other hand, ecodes will be best for online shoppers who prefer to surf across online stores to make their purchases.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Age\"><\/span>2. Age<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is common knowledge that most young people are inclined to do almost every activity online, including shopping. Therefore, an ecode will be good for young people as they can redeem the code and get whatever they need at the quickest possible time.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, older people already used to walking to stores to purchase their products will prefer a physical card or voucher gift to a digital card. This is because of little or no knowledge of using ecodes at online stores.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Location\"><\/span>3. Location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Popular retail stores like Amazon and Sephora are not widely available in continents like Africa. As such, holding a physical Amazon gift card and Sephora gift card in African countries will be difficult to use. But as these cards are also available in ecodes, you can easily use them online at Sephora or Amazon stores to purchase products.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, your location determines the ideal form of gift card you can use to get the best value. However, you can <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/amazon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sell Amazon gift cards<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/prestmit.io\/sephora\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sell Sephora gift cards<\/a> if you hold the physical cards and can not use them because of your location. This is better than leaving the card to waste.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Different_Forms_Of_Gift_Cards\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Different Forms Of Gift Cards<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Is_Better_Between_Physical_Gift_Cards_Gift_Vouchers_And_Ecodes\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Which Is Better Between Physical Gift Cards, Gift Vouchers, And Ecodes?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best gift card for you depends on location, shopping preference, and age. This means that these forms of gift cards have their uniqueness and the value you need.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Ecodes_Safer_Than_Physical_Gift_Cards\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are Ecodes Safer Than Physical Gift Cards?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ecodes are safer than physical gift cards because you receive them in your email, which can not be easily accessed, unlike physical cards. But this does not mean you can not lose your ecode to a phishing scam. Therefore, you must keep either your ecodes or physical gift cards safe.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Sell_Ecodes_And_Gift_Vouchers\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can I Sell Ecodes And Gift Vouchers?<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can sell your ecodes at gift card trading platforms, similar to your physical cards. But selling gift vouchers is not as popular as selling the other two cards, although you can sell the vouchers mostly using peer-to-peer (P2P) methods.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift cards give you the convenience and flexibility to shop across stores &#8211; both online stores and in-store. The growing demand for cards to serve as another viable alternative to carrying cash has enabled them to exist in various forms, which are physical, gift vouchers, and ecodes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it is important to know the difference between these three forms of cards to guide you on which is the best for you to avoid loss or waste.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NThis digital age is giving room for the large adoption of a digital asset like gift cards to be used as an alternative payment method to cash at both online and physical stores. 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