YITH Gift Cards Premium lets you sell gift cards in your WooCommerce store. Customers can purchase gift cards for specific amounts, choose from predefined values, or enter a custom amount. Gift cards can be delivered via email as digital gift cards or shipped as physical cards. The plugin supports gift card designs with custom images, messages, and scheduling options for delayed delivery. Recipients can redeem gift card codes during checkout. This plugin is part of the YITH Premium Plugin Family — a collection of over 66 WooCommerce plugins.
Competitive Features
- Digital and physical gift cards — deliver gift cards via email or ship physical cards with custom packaging
- Custom amount support — let customers choose from predefined amounts or enter a custom value
- Gift card design — create custom gift card designs with images, colors, and personalized messages
- Scheduled delivery — send digital gift cards on a specific date for birthdays and special occasions
- Recipient management — collect recipient name, email, and personal message during purchase
- Redeem at checkout — recipients enter the gift card code during checkout to apply the balance
- Balance tracking — gift cards track partial usage and show remaining balance to customers
Key Features
- Multiple gift card products — create different gift card products with unique designs and amount options
- Expiration settings — set expiration dates for gift cards with configurable validity periods
- Minimum and maximum amounts — set minimum and maximum gift card values to control pricing
- Bulk gift card creation — generate multiple gift cards at once for corporate programs or promotions
- Gift card categories — restrict gift card usage to specific product categories
- Email notifications — send gift card delivery and reminder emails with customizable templates
- WPML compatible — translate gift card designs and emails for multilingual stores
Comparison with Competitors
YITH Gift Cards vs WooCommerce Gift Cards (by WP Swings)
| Feature | YITH Gift Cards | WP Swings Gift Cards |
|---|---|---|
| Digital gift cards | Yes | Yes |
| Physical gift cards | Yes | No |
| Custom gift card designs | Yes | Limited |
| Scheduled delivery | Yes | No |
| Partial redemption | Yes | Yes |
| Bulk creation | Yes | Yes |
| Active installations | 10,000+ | 80,000+ |
YITH Gift Cards vs YITH Points and Rewards
| Feature | YITH Gift Cards | YITH Points and Rewards |
|---|---|---|
| Gift card selling | Yes | No |
| Points to gift cards | No | Yes (conversion) |
| Reward system | No | Yes |
Recommended Stack — pair Gift Cards with Points and Rewards to let customers convert their loyalty points into gift cards, creating a complete reward ecosystem.
Official Changelog
Version 4.37.0
Release Date: August 15, 2026
- New: WooCommerce 11.0 compatibility.
- New: YITH plugin framework update.
- Fix: Gift card redemption for partial amounts with coupons.
Version 4.36.0
Release Date: July 10, 2026
- New: WordPress 6.9 compatibility.
- Improvement: Gift card code generation performance.
- Fix: Scheduled gift card delivery for timezone differences.
Version 4.35.0
Release Date: June 5, 2026
- Improvement: Gift card design template editor.
- Fix: HPOS compatibility for gift card order metadata.
- Fix: Email delivery for physical gift card orders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can customers customize the gift card amount?
Yes. You can let customers choose from predefined amounts or enter a custom amount with configurable minimum and maximum limits.
Can gift cards be delivered on a future date?
Yes. Digital gift cards can be scheduled for delivery on a specific date, making them perfect for birthdays and anniversaries.
Can customers redeem partial gift card amounts?
Yes. Gift cards track the remaining balance after each purchase and can be used for multiple orders until the balance reaches zero.
Can I restrict gift card usage to specific products?
Yes. You can configure gift cards to be usable only for specific product categories or exclude certain products from gift card redemption.
Can I create gift cards in bulk?
Yes. The plugin supports bulk gift card creation for corporate gift programs, promotional campaigns, and employee rewards.
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