How to Send Gifts with Moon: both Merchant Branded Gift Cards and Visa Payment Cards
When I gift with Moon what are my options?
There are two types of gift cards: (1) "open loop" payment gift cards for example Visa or MasterCard branded gift cards, and (2) "closed loop" merchant-specific gift cards. Moon offers both options.
What is a Network-branded Gift Card?
A network-branded "open loop" gift card is a prepaid card issued by a financial institution in partnership with a payment network like Visa or MasterCard or American Express, designed for use across a wide variety of merchants and billers.
What is a Merchant Branded Gift Card?
A merchant gift card is a prepaid card issued by a specific retailer or service provider, designed for use exclusively at that merchant's locations or online platforms. These cards, often referred to as closed-loop gift cards, are not interchangeable between different companies but are tailored for spending at one specific brand or store.