Activating a PSN Gift Card or Game on the Console

1. Sign In: Turn on your PlayStation console and sign into your PSN (PlayStation Network) account.
2. Go to PlayStation Store: From the console's home screen, navigate to and select the PlayStation Store.
3. Select 'Redeem Codes': Scroll down to the bottom of the Store menu and select the 'Redeem Codes' option.
4. Enter Code: Enter the code from your PSN gift card or game. Ensure that you input it exactly as it appears.
5. Confirm: Follow the on-screen prompts to add the funds or game to your account.

Activating a PSN Gift Card or Game Online

1. Visit PlayStation Store Website: Open your web browser and go to the PlayStation Store website (store.playstation.com).
2. Sign In: Log in with your PSN account credentials.
3. Access Account Settings: Click on your profile icon and select 'Redeem Codes' from the drop-down menu.
4. Enter the Code: Type in your gift card or game code in the provided field.
5. Redeem and Confirm: Click 'Redeem' and follow any additional prompts to complete the process. The funds or game will be added to your PSN account.