Question 1

Do participants need to create an account for Secret Santa?

Accepted Answer

No! Only the organizer needs an account. All participants receive an email with a unique, secure link. They simply click the link to see their Secret Santa match and can add wishlist items—no signup, no password, no app download required.

Question 2

How do I organize a Secret Santa exchange online?

Accepted Answer

With Shneaky Santa, you can organize a Secret Santa in 3 simple steps: 1) Create a group and add participant names and emails, 2) Click to randomly assign Secret Santas, 3) Send emails - each person gets a link to see their match. The whole process takes about 60 seconds!

Question 3

Is Shneaky Santa free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Shneaky Santa is completely free. You can create unlimited groups, add unlimited participants, and use all features including wishlists, exclusion rules, and budget limits at no cost.

Question 4

Can I prevent certain people from matching in Secret Santa?

Accepted Answer

Yes! The organizer can set up exclusion rules to prevent specific pairs (like spouses, siblings, or coworkers who sit next to each other) from drawing each other's names.

Question 5

How does the Secret Santa name drawing work?

Accepted Answer

Our algorithm randomly assigns each participant to buy a gift for another person, ensuring no one draws themselves and respecting any exclusion rules you've set. The assignments are encrypted and private—even the organizer can't see who has whom!

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