Glover Gift Card Trading App Shuts Down Services

In Short

Glover has closed and is no longer available for buying or selling gift cards.

What Happened

Glover has posted a permanent closure notice on its official website, saying it has wound down operations. The company says its app, website, and all gift card trading services are permanently discontinued.

The update also confirms that Glover is no longer accepting new sign-ups, transactions, or wallet top-ups. A wallet top-up is when a user adds money to an in-app balance, like loading airtime before making calls.

For users with outstanding balances or account questions, Glover is directing people to email support@gloverapp.co.

Why It Matters

Gift card trading apps sit at the intersection of payments and consumer commerce. They often rely on steady supply, fraud controls, and fast settlement to keep prices stable and withdrawals reliable. When one shuts down, users can face delays in getting funds out, especially if they still hold wallet balances.

The closure is also a reminder for customers across Africa’s gift card market to keep track of where they store value. “Storing value” means leaving money inside an app instead of keeping it in a bank account or a card. If a service stops operating, access to that stored value can become harder, even when a support email is provided.

For founders and operators, Glover’s shutdown highlights the operational pressure in gift card exchange and resale businesses. These products must manage chargebacks, account takeovers, and pricing swings across different card types, while also maintaining enough liquidity, which is cash available to pay users quickly.

Users who still have issues are likely to watch for clear timelines on balance resolution and any further communication from the company.