Did you get an iTunes Gift Card for Christmas this year? Cool. There’s a lot you can do with that card, once you get it redeemed. Trouble is, Apple doesn’t make that easy. It’s hard to figure out where to go, and in some countries, iTunes doesn’t allow for app purchases to made with gift cards. But if you’re looking to redeem a gift card, here’s how you can do it via iTunes or the App Store app.

I’m no longer surprised by the questions I’m asked. Or how many times I’m asked. This is the case with iTunes gift cards. They’re becoming more and more common, but the giver doesn’t always understand that the recipient may be new to these devices and is unaware of how they work. Thankfully, it’s actually quite basic once you know where to go.