The Card Network Reviews 414

TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.8

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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the service for its reliability, convenience, and efficiency, especially for last-minute gifting. Many appreciate the ease of purchasing and redeeming gift cards, highlighting the quick transactions and the ability to send digital cards instantly. The website is frequently noted for being easy to navigate, offering unique designs and options for personal messages or videos, enhancing the overall user experience. However, some people were dissatisfied with certain aspects of the product and activation process. Issues included difficulties activating cards after purchase, problems with cards not being recognized or registered, and confusion with the company's ecosystem due to multiple websites. A few customers also reported that their digital gift cards did not work in-store or online after being transferred to a phone wallet.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Saved me so much time buying digital cards for my team incentives rather than having to go and buy physical cards.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It's easy to buy and redeem a gift card. However, it's a bit time-wasting to activate the card after purchased.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It is not easy to have birthday and Christmas presents delivered in Australia from the USA. Amazon's selection is limited for what can be delivered relatively quickly without large international deli... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service Every Time! I’ve used TCN so many times and it has never disappointed. The delivery is always super fast, I usually receive my gift cards within just a couple of minutes! It’s c... See more

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Company details

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Based in Melbourne, Australia, The Card Network was founded with one purpose, to inspire the way people gift. We design gift cards for gifting, and we design systems to make it easier for gifts to be given. Why? Because we know it is more than a gift card. It could be a thank you, happy birthday, I love you or even a welcome to the world! Either way, it's so much more than a gift card. It is a chance to provide happiness and gratitude, and there is nothing better than that.


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3.8

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

414 reviews

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

if there were 0 stars i would tick…

if there were 0 stars i would tick that. I had a very disappointing experience dealing with this card network. The customer service namely corresponding with Jarlo was poor from the start—staff came across as rude, dismissive, and unwilling to listen. The interaction felt rushed and abrupt, with no effort made to properly understand or resolve my issue.

What stood out most was how rigid their approach was. There was absolutely no room for negotiation or flexibility, even in situations where a reasonable solution could have been reached. It felt like they were following a script rather than genuinely trying to help.

To make matters worse, I was unable to escalate the issue. There seemed to be no clear pathway to speak with someone more senior or to have my concerns reviewed further. Overall, the experience lacked any sense of goodwill toward customers, leaving me frustrated and dissatisfied.

April 1, 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

SCAM !!!!

SCAM !!!!! DO NOT USE.

April 7, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi Britt, thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that you've had a negative experience with us. We'd love to be able to assist you with any issues you may be experiencing. Please reach out to our customer support team by emailing support@card.gift with your order details so we can best assist you.
Warm regards,
The Card Network

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Zero - Scam. Lost $500

Zero. Title: Extremely concerning experience – avoid.

I am raising this with ACCC and NSW police Cyber.

I had the worst experience with - The Card Network / Card.Gift. DO NOT UTILISE THIS SERVICE.

I purchased a $500 gift card which was marked as ‘delivered’, however the recipient never received it.

When I raised this, the response I received was that the issue was due to our IT being ‘compromised’, with no clear evidence or resolution provided.

At this stage, I am out of pocket $500 with no outcome. I have to go to the police and raise with the ACCC. I will not stop until this is resolved and will continue to spread the experience I have with this so called business.

I would strongly recommend others do not proceed with using this business and ensure they fully understand the risks before using this service.

March 17, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi Jenny, thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry to hear about your experience with us. I can see that our customer support team has since resolved this issue with you.
If you require any further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Warm regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Was easy to navigate the website to…

Was easy to navigate the website to order

March 3, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Fiona,

We're happy to hear that you found our website easy to navigate. Thank you for the positive review.

Warm Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent and very good

Excellent and very good

March 7, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Kim,

Thank you for the positive review. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience.

Warmest,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The experience was great

The experience was great, but what really made it for me was how easy check-in process and the follow-up emails. It shows they actually think about the customer journey from start to finish."

March 6, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi Matthew,

We're glad to hear you had a positive experience with us. We absolutely do value the customer journey, we're glad that you found every step easy to follow.

Kind Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Design Your Own - Physical Card

I had a wonderful experience ordering from this gift card company. The personalisation option made it really special—I was able to include a beautiful message for the couple, which added such a thoughtful touch to the gift.

I also chose express post, and the card arrived right on time, which was a huge relief with the wedding coming up. The whole process was smooth and easy, and the finished card looked lovely.

Most importantly, it was very well received by the happy soon-to-be married couple! I would definitely use this service again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a meaningful and convenient gift.

March 5, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Liz,

Wow, thank you for such kind words! We're so happy to be both a meaningful and convenient gifting option for you. Our custom gift cards are certainly a great option for personalized gifting.

Warmest,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Easy to navigate and understand

Easy to navigate and understand. Easy access to support!

March 5, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi GeRo,

Thank you for the kind words! We're happy to be an easy and simple gifting solution for you.

Warm Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was simple to use and I did multiple…

It was simple to use and I did multiple transactions. When I did need assistance customer service was excellent to communicate with and helpful with resolving an issue!! Myself and the gift recipients loved the card and the personal touch!!

February 27, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Zoe,

We love reading reviews like this! Our customer service team is amazing, we're glad to hear that you had a positive experience with them.

Kind Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was quite easy to set up

It was quite easy to set up

February 26, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Sean,

We're happy to hear you had a positive experience with us and found your gift card easy to set up.

Kind Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good for a gift, but allow time to recieve

I ordered a restaurant gift card for someone who had their birthday recently.
I put it under my name, as I found that was the easiest way to get it.
It took about two days to get a confirmation and the card itself, but after three days, I got the voucher and I was able to send it to the person who had their birthday.
Although it hasn't been used yet, all went well, but I'm yet to see how the voucher went being used

February 28, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi Michael,

Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear everything went smoothly and that the gift voucher worked well as a birthday present. We appreciate you mentioning the delivery timing and hope that the recipient enjoys their restaurant gift card.

Kind Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A tip for Visa gift cards

A tip for Visa gift cards. If you got an unspent few dollars, that you can’t finish, you can use them on Linkt as a card to finish them off. One issue though is sometimes you need to leave 1 cent on the card, but not always. It seems hit and miss on that.

March 3, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Richenda,

Thank you for the positive review! We hope that you enjoyed your experience with us.

Warmest,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast and reliable.

March 1, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Kurt,

Thank you for the positive review! We're happy to provide fast and reliable gifting solutions for you.

Warm Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Future is here.

The card is great, arrived earlier than expected and perfect for a gift. Throws the traditional money envelope to the bin for far superior and futuristic experience without compromising on the ease of use.

March 4, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Mamilla,

Thank you for your kind words! We're happy to hear that you found our gift cards easy to use.

Warmest,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straight forward and easy service to…

Straight forward and easy service to use, gift card received within 24 time frame.

February 28, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Emma,

We're happy to hear you found our process straight forward and easy. Thank you for your review!

Kindest,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Getting a Gift Card

Once I'd learned the process it has become an easy task to get the gift card and redeem it at the appropriate shop. Don't remember the date or which, of the several gift cards I have, it is

February 3, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi Rob,

We're glad to hear that you found our processes easy to follow and understand. Thank you for your kind words.

Warm Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

User friendly & great range of vouchers.

It was easy to use and there were so many retailers/vouchers to choose from. The process was also very efficient.

March 1, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hey Kristel,

Thank you for the positive review! We're glad to hear you enjoyed our range of retailers. We love being an easy and efficient gifting option for you.

Kind Regards,
The Card Network

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never failed me

Never failed me, such a great site. Thanks so much

March 2, 2026
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Reply from The Card Network

Hi Libby,

We're happy to be an easy gifting solution for you.

Warm Regards,
The Card Network

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