How to get a golden key in Borderlands 3

How to get a golden key in Borderlands 3

Borderlands 3 developer Gearbox has a weird way of rewarding its players with unique items and weapons. Occasionally they will drop shift codes which can be redeemed in-game for Golden Keys, cosmetics, or weapons. Cosmetics are often unlocked as soon as you enter the code, as well as weapons tied to special events. However, when the shift code gives you a gold key, things work a bit differently.


How to get a golden key in Borderlands 3

Step One: Get a Team Code

There are several ways to get shift codes through social media. You probably have a Twitter or Facebook account, which is the only requirement to get these codes as they are released. The list below provides you with accounts you can track that release shift codes.


Shift codes that are removed from these sources are almost always temporary and must be entered before they expire. There is no specific length of life for all codes, but it is usually between 24 hours and one week. If you collect these codes when they are deposited, redeem them quickly!

Related: Borderlands 3 Shift Codes List - Golden Keys & Rewards - Pro Game Guides

Step Two: Redeem Team Code

You will need to have a SHiFT account and link it to your game account. By doing so, you will have access to redeem your shift codes via the website or in the game menu. To use it in game, follow as following:


  • Open the Borderlands 3 in-game menu by pressing Esc.
  • Select Social.
  • Go to the Shift tab.
  • Enter your Shift key and click Redeem.
  • If the Golden Keys are used for weapons or cosmetics, you will find that they are immediately available to you. However, if the codes are redeemable for Golden Keys, you need to go to your in-game mailbox to get them. They will be put in your character's inventory and you can use them to unlock rare items in the loot box.


    Currently Available Golden Key Shift Codes

    Shift Codes are already available to redeem Golden Keys! These codes are permanent and give you access to several Golden Keys that you can use. The codes are listed below, along with their value.

    • ZFKJ3-TT3BB-JTBJT-T3JJT-JWX9H: three golden keys
    • HXKBT-XJ6FR-WBRKJ-J3TTB-RSBHR: a golden key
    • ZFKJ3-TT6FF-KTFKT-T3JJT-JWX36: a golden key
    • Z65B3-JCXX6-5JXW3-3B33J-9SWT6: une clé d’or
    • 9XCBT-WBXFR-5TRWJ-JJJ33-TX53Z: three golden keys
    • ZRWBJ-ST6XR-CBFKT-JT3J3-FRXJ5: a golden key

    Now that you know how to get Golden Keys, you'll have access to random loot! Once these keys are exchanged, they are gone forever, so good luck!



    Need help finding more stuff in Borderlands 3? Professional game guides can help you! Check out this guide to all the Circle of Slaughter locations!

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