What happens if my gift certificate is damaged or torn? August 06, 2026 08:51 Updated Torn, damaged or defaced Gift Certificates are considered invalid and cannot be accepted, replaced or refunded. Related articles How long is my gift certificate valid for? Can Gift Certificates be used for promotions or marketing giveaways? What are the McDonald’s Gift Certificates? What if I lose my gift certificate? Can I exchange my gift certificate for cash?