Secret Santa generator

Draw names without spoiling the surprise

Mystery Santa combines private name drawing, invitations, shared wishlists, and gift ideas by budget so a group can move from signup to exchange without spreadsheets.

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The exchange flow

1

Create the group

Set the budget, event date, rules, and organizer account in one place.

2

Invite members

Send invitations, track acceptance, and keep access bound to verified accounts.

3

Draw names

Generate matches once the group is ready and keep recipient assignments private.

4

Shop from wishlists

Use wishlists, tags, images, and product previews to reduce guessing.

Built for real groups

Families, coworkers, clubs, and friend groups need clear access rules. The app keeps private group data behind verified authentication and gives organizers a focused path from setup to draw.

Gift discovery is part of the product

A generator alone solves the draw. Wishlists, previews, and budget-aware gift idea pages solve the moment when the giver needs to choose something that actually fits.

Reusable foundation

The same identity, wishlist, invitation, image, and group modules can power future gift products without rebuilding authentication or data access from scratch.

FAQ

Common questions

Can participants see who drew whom?

No. Matches are intended to be visible only to the giver and authorized admins, while wishlists remain available through group access rules.

Do members need wishlists before the draw?

They can join first and add wishes later, but a short wishlist improves gift quality and reduces last-minute messages.

Can this support office exchanges?

Yes. The current flow supports groups, invitations, budgets, and wishlists; CSV import and audit logs belong to the corporate product track.