Do I have to enter a credit card to use a gift card on my account? No, if you are new to Fender Play, you will simply be asked to create a Fender Connect account. Related articles How do I redeem a Fender Play Prepaid Gift Card? Do Fender Play Prepaid Gift Cards expire? What are Fender Play Prepaid Gift Cards? Can I use a gift card if I already have an active subscription? Can I switch from a monthly subscription to a prepaid gift card?