Sell the gift card on a reputable gift card marketplace
Use a gift card exchange kiosk or retail buyback service
Trade it with someone you trust for cash
Sell it locally through classified ads or community groups
Use the card to buy items you can resell for cash
Check whether the retailer offers a cash-out or refund option
Combine the gift card with other payment methods to cover purchases you need
Transfer the balance to a digital wallet if the card issuer supports it
Redeem the card for store credit and use that credit strategically
Verify the card balance and terms before attempting to cash it in