Hardbacon Reveals The Best Platforms To Sell Gift Cards In Canada

Hardbacon, a personal finance application used by more than 30,000 Canadians, revealed today its list of top platforms to sell gift cards in Canada for 2022.

Gift cards will remain a go-to for 46 percent of holiday shoppers in 2021, according to the National Retail Federation. Consumers plan to spend $28.1 billion on gift cards, the highest number recorded since $29.9 billion in 2018. In particular, they plan to buy an average of three or four cards this year with an average $48.92 per card, including restaurant cards (cited by 32 percent), department store cards (26 percent), bank-issued gift cards (also 26 percent) and coffee shop cards (20 percent).

Still, while gift cards remain a perennial favorite for the flexibility afforded to recipients, there are many reasons why someone may wish to sell theirs. Fortunately, with a reliable platform, it is possible and easy to sell or exchange gift cards online, to make the most of your gift.

As part of Hardbacon’s mission to help Canadians make better financial decisions and in turn bring home the bacon to lead wealthier and more financially secure lives, Hardbacon’s list shares the pros and cons of six platforms that can help you unload your gift card. It also highlights how much you can make by selling gift cards online.

The top platforms to sell gift cards in Canada for 2022 that made the list include: CardSwap, GiftCash, eBay, Kijiji, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace.

“Websites and marketplaces are an effective way to make the most of a gift card you already have and don’t plan to use,” said Hardbacon CEO, Julien Brault. “For anyone who is looking to offload their gift cards following the holiday season, this list offers an easy and convenient way to get started with options that are readily available to all Canadians.”

Hardbacon’s top platform picks, including the complete list of platforms to sell gift cards in Canada for 2022, can be found in more detail on Hardbacon’s blog.

About Hardbacon

Hardbacon is committed to helping Canadians make better financial decisions through its innovative fintech app, financial calculators, personal finance guides, and financial product comparison tools. Reaching more than 3 million Canadians on an annual basis through its app and website, Hardbacon has helped millions of users pick credit cards, bank accounts car insurance, and personal loans since its foundation in 2017.