Glossary
Short, plain explanations of the terms you meet when buying game keys, gift cards and paying online.
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- Game key
- A code that activates a game on a platform such as Steam, Xbox or PlayStation.
- Gift card
- A prepaid card or code with a fixed value that can be spent at a specific store or brand.
- Gift card exchange
- A service that buys unused gift cards for money or other cards at a discount.
- Global key
- A key without region restrictions that can be activated in any country.
- Grey market
- Resale of keys and cards outside official distribution, often cheaper and riskier.