Secret Santa Without Email Addresses
Yes, you can run a Secret Santa without anyone's email: SantaDraw draws the names and gives you one private link per person, which you paste into a text, WhatsApp or any chat. Nobody signs up, and email is only used if you choose to add an address next to a name.
How it works
- Open the Secret Santa generator and type one name per line.
- Add exclusions, a budget, date and notes if you want.
- Press draw, then copy each person’s private link and send it however you like.
Each link shows only that person’s match, plus the budget, date and notes. The same page lets them write a wish list for their Santa and answer anonymous questions.
Optional email
If it is easier, you can add an email next to a name and use the “Email links to participants” button. It is entirely optional; copying links works for everyone.
What is stored
A draw, with its wish lists and questions, is deleted automatically 30 days after it is created. See the privacy policy.
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Frequently asked questions
Do participants need an email address?
No. Each person gets a private link that you can send by text, WhatsApp, Slack or any chat. Email is optional.
Does the organizer need an account?
No. There is no sign-up for anyone. Type the names and press draw.
Can the organizer see the results?
Only if they choose to. The full results are hidden behind two confirmation steps, so the organizer can take part too.
What if someone loses their link?
The organizer can copy it again from the results page, or download a CSV backup of all links.
Is it free?
Yes. Drawing names, exclusions, private links, wish lists and anonymous questions cost nothing.