Frequently asked questions
How this Secret Santa generator works, and what we store.
Questions
Is it free? Do I need an account?
It's free and needs no account or email address.
Can the organizer see who drew whom?
Not by default. The organizer page shows only each person's private link. There is a "reveal all results" button for emergencies. Using it is logged on the organizer page so the group can see it was used.
How do people get their name?
Each person gets a unique private link. Send it by WhatsApp, text or email. Opening it shows who they buy for, the budget and that person's wishlist.
What if someone loses their link?
The organizer can open the organizer page again and copy that person's link.
How do exclusions work?
Add pairs who shouldn't draw each other, such as couples. The rule applies both ways. If the rules make a draw impossible, you get a clear message.
Is the draw random?
Yes. Names are shuffled with a cryptographically secure random generator, and every exclusion is checked before results are saved.
How long is data kept?
Groups are deleted automatically 120 days after creation, and the organizer can delete a group at any time.
Do you send emails?
Not yet. Share links through your own chat app or email for now.
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Updated October 27, 2026