Chase Provides Cardmembers with Easy Access to Mobile Gift Cards with Launch of Chase GiftShelfSM App

WILMINGTON, Del.--([ BUSINESS WIRE ])--Chase Card Services (JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM)) today announced the launch of [ Chase GiftShelf^SM ], a mobile gift card application available in the Apple iTunes App Store. Debuting just in time for the holiday shopping season, Chase GiftShelf is an innovative new gifting experience that is fun and easy to use. The free application facilitates mobile gift card purchases from an array of merchants and allows Chase [ credit card ]members to send a gift card to anyone instantly via text message or email. Multiple top retailers and restaurants are participating in this pilot launch, with additional retailers expected to join in soon.

"We are always looking to offer our customers more convenient access to solutions and Chase GiftShelf helps us do just that"

aWe know that mobile device usage is higher than ever, and by launching Chase GiftShelf, we are giving customers a personal and convenient gifting option whether they are at home or on the go,a said Rob Rosenblatt, general manager, Customer Loyalty, Chase Card Services. aGiftShelf is an example of how Chase is working to create a world-class customer experience, and is exactly the type of cutting edge technology we strive to offer our cardmembers.a

Chase GiftShelf allows users to:

Browse for gift cards from a diverse and growing set of retailers and restaurants, including: [ The Home Depot ]�, [ The Gap ], [ Banana Republic ], [ Old Navy ], [ Piperlime ], [ Athleta ], [ Landsa� End ], [ Chilia�s Grill & Bar Restaurant ], [ On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina ], [ Maggiano'sLittle Italy ], [ Romano's Macaroni Grill ], [ Uno Chicago Grill ], [ CVS/pharmacy ], [ Papa Johna�s ], [ The Container Store ], [ Ninety Nine Restaurant ] and [ Finale Desserterie & Bakery ];
Create a personalized message tailored to the occasion, be it aHappy Holidays,a aThank Youa or aIa�m Sorrya and attach it to the gift; and
Pay for the gift card with a Chase credit card or with Chase Ultimate Rewards^SMpoints.

Gift card recipients can use their cards in-store or online instantly with a smart phone or, in some instances, a printed copy of the confirmation email, creating a spontaneous gifting experience. The use of a smart phone for redemption is based on merchant participation, and the gift card instructions will clearly state if the option is available. Available through the Apple iTunes App Store, Chase GiftShelf is currently compatible with iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad.

Chase GiftShelf incorporates a high level of security and encryption technologies similar to ones utilized in Chasea�s mobile banking application and does not store any personal or account information on the device.

Chase GiftShelf is powered by [ CashStar, Inc. ], the digital gifting and incentives company. CashStara�s platform provides Chase with an innovative, on-demand mobile gifting and incentive solution, which enables Chase cardmembers to easily purchase an eGift card using a Chase credit card or Chase Ultimate Rewards points.

aWe are always looking to offer our customers more convenient access to solutions and Chase GiftShelf helps us do just that,a said Margery P. Hurlbut, Customer Solutions Director at The Container Store. aThe app enables us to extend our digital gift card offering while giving consumers an easy-to-use mobile option to send gift cards by using their Chase credit card or redeeming their reward points.a

Learn more about Chase GiftShelf, including how to download the app, by visiting [ www.chasegiftshelf.com ].

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.1 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, JPMorgan Chase & Co. serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the worlda�s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Information about JPMorgan Chase & Co. is available at [ www.jpmorganchase.com ].

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Chase Provides Cardmembers with Easy Access to Mobile Gift Cards with Launch of Chase GiftShelfSM App