How to Use an XBox Live Gold Membership Subscription Card

With your Xbox 360, you can sign up for Xbox LIVE in order to play online multiplayer games and download exclusive gaming content. An Xbox LIVE Gold Membership is a premium account that allows you full access to all Xbox LIVE content, the ability to stream Netflix movies, and other benefits. You can set up a Gold Membership by redeeming the code from a subscription card.

Things You'll Need

• Xbox LIVE Gold Membership subscription card

Instructions

1. Start your Xbox 360 and go to the “My Xbox” main menu. Select your avatar using the left thumbstick on the controller.

2. Select the “Join Xbox LIVE” option by pressing the “A” button on your controller. Enter your email address and create a password.

3. Choose the “Gold Membership” option for the “Membership Type” field. Click on the “Redeem Code” option.

4. Enter the 25-character code from the back of your Gold Membership subscription card into the text box.

5. Select the “Done” option and your membership will be automatically activated. You can now log into Xbox LIVE.

References

• Microsoft Support: How to Create a New Xbox LIVE Membership from an Offline Gamer Profile
• Xbox: Gold Membership
• Xbox: How to Upgrade an Xbox LIVE Silver Membership to an Xbox LIVE Gold Membership