How to Redeem an Online Gift Card
This guide outlines the necessary steps to redeem a gift card for your clients efficiently.
1. Identify the Gift Card
The client will either show you the gift card on their mobile device or provide a physical barcode.
- Scanning the Barcode:
Use a barcode scanner if available. - Manual Entry:
If a scanner isn’t available, manually type the barcode number into the system.
2. Process the Transaction
Follow these steps at the point of sale:
- Select the Client's Transaction:
Navigate to the client's transaction in the POS system. - Click on the Gift/Loyalty" Button:
Locate and select the "Loyalty/Gift Card" option. - Enter or Scan the Barcode:
Either scan the barcode or type the number manually. - Press "Done":
This will load the gift card details into the transaction.
3. Review Gift Card Details
After loading, verify the balance:
- Example:
Gift card balance shows $120.
Remaining balance unpaid by the client: $95. - The client can pay the difference using their preferred payment method.
4. Finalize the Sale
Once the gift card is applied:
- Select Payment for the Remaining Balance:
Choose the client's payment method for any balance owed. - Press "Done" and then "Finish Sale":
Complete the sale process.
5. Complete the Transaction
You can now choose to:
- Email the Receipt to the client.
- Print the Receipt for physical documentation.
- Select “No Receipt” if no receipt is necessary.
The transaction is now complete, and the gift card has been redeemed successfully.
Key Takeaways
- You can scan a barcode or manually enter the barcode number to process a gift card.
- Ensure the POS system is updated with the gift card balance.
- Always verify if there’s a remaining balance for the client to pay after redeeming the gift card.