Welcome, Vault Hunter! If there’s one thing Borderlands fans love, it’s hunting down awesome loot. In Borderlands 4, you can give your arsenal an instant boost by using Shift codes. These special codes grant you Golden Keys, which are your ticket to unlocking unique Golden Chests packed with rare weapons, gear, and even stylish new cosmetics for your character. These coveted chests can be found across Kairos in locations like Belton’s Bore, The Launchpad, Carcadia, and The Lockaway. We’re constantly updating our list, so make sure to check back regularly for the latest active Shift codes!
Current Active Borderlands 4 Shift Codes
Here’s a list of all currently active Shift codes for Borderlands 4. Grab them quickly, as many have expiration dates!
- TZ6TT-FKBKB-W6T35-BTTB3-636SR (1 x Golden Key) [Expires October 12]
- JH63B-S5TK3-KFJJC-BBB3T-5KR63 (1 x Golden Key) [Expires October 12]
- T963J-TRBKB-56JBW-3BJBJ-ZZ3JR (1 x Golden Key) [Expires October 12]
- JS63J-JSCWJ-CFTBW-3TJ3J-WJS5R (Break Free cosmetics pack and Legendary Ripper shield)
- TZXT3-XJXCB-CXBJW-BTTJT-9SK6B (Rafa Savings Savior skin) [Expires December 31, 2030]
- JZ6BJ-SBR5J-WF3BK-BT3BB-TX9HB (Amon Cult Classic Skin) [Expires December 31, 2023]
Score a Free Golden Key with the Borderlands 4 Discord Quest
Want another Golden Key? You can snag one simply by linking your PlayStation Network account to your Discord profile and playing Borderlands 4 for just 15 minutes. If you haven’t connected them yet, here’s how easy it is:
- Open the Discord app
- Go to User Settings
- Go to Connections
- Select the PlayStation icon
- Sign in to your PlayStation Network account
After these quick steps, jump into Borderlands 4 and claim your free Golden Key reward after 15 minutes of gameplay. Remember, this promotion is only valid until September 26, so don’t miss out!
Previously Expired Shift Codes (For Reference)
These Shift codes have unfortunately passed their expiration dates and are no longer redeemable. They are listed here for historical purposes.
- B9XT3-HX6TT-W6BBW-TTJT3-JTFKX (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 16]
- 39RTT-3ZR3T-5FJBK-3J3J3-C5CRT (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 16]
- 3SR3J-CS63T-CFB3K-J3JTT-RZ5JR (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 18]
- 3SRBB-X9RBJ-CRTBW-3BBB3-KJFW6 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 18]
- 39RTJ-3JZTJ-C6T35-JBTT3-5TFCC (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 20]
- THRBT-WW6CB-56TB5-3B3BJ-XBW3X (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 20]
- 3ZXJB-53STT-56T3W-B3TT3-HTS95 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 21]
- BSRT3-FTZBJ-K6BTW-JB3T3-WXT99 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 21]
- 3H63J-Z3S3J-KR3BK-BTJ33-ZWKTK (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 22]
- TSR3B-J5S3T-KRBJW-BTTBJ-JRCXX (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 22]
- BHRBJ-ZWHT3-W6JBK-BT3BB-CW3ZK (1 x Golden Key) [Expires September 26]
- JSX3J-B6SBJ-CXTBC-B3T3B-BZZZT (1 x Golden Key) [Expires September 26]
- BHFJ3-WXHBB-W63JK-B33B3-5HX95 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 26]
- J9XBB-KK9T3-CRTBW-BBT3T-KTBTW (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 25]
- JHFTJ-R5HBT-KF3TK-TBJT3-JJTHH (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 25]
- JH6BB-6RST3-5FB35-JT3BB-R3WCB (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 29]
- JZRTJ-SR9BB-W6T35-BJBTT-36FZR (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 29]
- JH6BB-6RST3-5FB35-JT3BB-R3WCB (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 29]
- T9RJB-BFKRR-3RBTW-B33TB-KCZB9 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 1]
- THRBT-WW6CB-56TB5-3B3BJ-XBW3X (1 x Golden Key) [Expired September 30]
- WHWJB-XH3SX-39CZW-H3BBB-BTF55 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 1]
- TZFT3-K9Z33-5FT3W-BJ33T-WZ5X5 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 3]
- 3HXTT-JBJCT-CR33W-JJTJJ-BCR5W (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 3]
- TH6BJ-WJTC3-W6B3C-3TTBT-5HTTH (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 3]
- J9RT3-RBJ5T-WRTBK-JB3J3-5TB3R (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 3]
- 3S6TT-RSHJ3-WFJ3K-BBJB3-W5ZKS (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 3]
- BH6TJ-Z993B-5RJBK-JT3B3-RXT3Z (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 3]
- T9XTB-93BC3-56T35-TBBJT-KF5TW (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 5]
- TZRBJ-3KTWT-KX3BC-TT3TB-B9ZSK (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 5]
- 3HR33-KWBKT-KRJ3W-JBBTJ-FSTC3 (1 x Golden Key) [Expired October 5]
Locating the Golden Chests in Borderlands 4
Unlike previous Borderlands titles that featured a single Golden Chest, Borderlands 4 ups the ante with four scattered across Kairos’s main safehouses. These valuable chests are located in Belton’s Bore, The Launchpad, Carcadia, and The Lockaway. You’ll encounter your first one early in your adventure, with the others becoming accessible as you progress through the main story.
Understanding Shift Codes: Your Key to Exclusive Loot
Shift codes are 25-character promotional codes that have been a staple of the Borderlands series since Borderlands 2. These codes primarily grant players Golden Keys, which are essential for opening special in-game treasure chests. However, Shift codes can also unlock exclusive cosmetics to personalize your Vault Hunter. It’s important to note that these codes typically have a limited lifespan, often expiring within 48 hours to a week, so redeem them quickly! You’ll usually find them announced on official social media channels and affiliated gaming sites.
Redeeming Your Shift Codes: A Step-by-Step Guide
Redeeming your Shift codes is straightforward! First, ensure you have a Shift account. If not, you can easily create one through the Gearbox website. Once registered, you can activate your codes directly on the Shift website or within Borderlands 4’s in-game Social menu. Since many codes have expiration dates, it’s always best to redeem them promptly after you find them.
After redemption, you can choose to save your Golden Keys for later or use them immediately to acquire new gear.
A crucial tip for using Golden Keys: the loot you receive scales with your current character level. Using a Golden Key early in the game might give you low-level weapons that quickly become obsolete. For the best rewards, consider saving your Golden Keys until you reach a higher level or the endgame, ensuring you get powerful gear you can use for longer!