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Elfster: The Secret Santa App

Elfster: The Secret Santa App

Wishlists & Gift Exchange

331K ratings
738 reviews
🌟 Lifestyle
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Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 21, 2013
  • July 10, 2026

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Elfster, Inc.
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Organize effortless and free gift exchanges for any occasion, from holidays to birthdays and weddings. Create shareable wishlists and use a smart name generator with custom exclusions for fair pairings. Easily invite participants and discover trending gift ideas.

✓Secret Santa generator with smart exclusions
✓Shareable wishlists from top retailers
✓Easy invitations and management
✓Gift discovery and trending items
✓Lightning-fast setup
✓Cross-device compatibility
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Elfster. Based on 331K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Lifestyle app.

Positive things

  • 👍Easy to use
  • 🚀Convenient for gift exchanges
  • 💡Helpful wishlist feature
  • 🎁Great for coordinating gift exchanges
  • 🎄Useful for Christmas and other occasions

Negative things

  • 🐛Buggy app with crashes and glitches
  • 🔍Difficult to navigate and find specific features
  • 🔒Privacy concerns with visibility of wishlists
  • 🌍Limited to certain countries/regions
  • 📧Excessive email notifications
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What's New in Elfster

2026.709.25

July 10, 2026

Hey Elfsters! All the elves have completed their E.L.F.S (Every Little Fix Squad) training! This ensures Elfster will continue to run at tip-top gift-giving conditions. See what’s new: - Bug fixes and other minor visual improvements to improve the stability and performance of the app

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User reviews

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Luv it 💘💘💘💘

I luv this app soooo much it helps me know what to get my loved ones and what other can get for me and they have so many thing I didn’t even know existed that I added to my list.
Bunny rosesBunny roses

Love it!

I’m using this for my upcoming b day and it’s so easy just to put the link in or search it up!
Nyla violet morrisNyla violet morris

Love Elfster

Great app that we use all year
Elfster fanElfster fan

Awesome app! 5-stars!

This app has it all - way more complete than just a gift exchange or wishlist app. I keep my wishlist up to date and I always get what I want year round
Elster Fan!Elster Fan!

Multiple users

I wish this app allowed each person to draw more than one name. We usually draw 2-3 people each year. What a bummer.
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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Inability to redraw names in gift exchanges

Bug

Issues with adding and editing wishlist items

Bug

Frequent log-outs and re-login requirements

Bug

Problems with syncing purchased items across devices

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Requested Features

5 requests

Ability to separate wishlists for different exchanges

Feature

Option to hide purchased items on wishlists

Feature

Easier way to manage child/family member accounts

Feature

Anonymous Q&A between gift givers and receivers

Feature

Improved integration with online shopping platforms

Feature

FAQ

What is Elfster used for?

Elfster is a free app designed to simplify the organization of gift exchanges for any occasion. It allows users to set up Secret Santa events, create and share wishlists, and manage invitations for groups of any size.

How does the Secret Santa generator work?

The app's Secret Santa generator automatically pairs participants fairly. It includes smart exclusion features, such as preventing couples from drawing each other, excluding children from adult pairings, and avoiding last year's matches.

Is Elfster free to use?

Yes, Elfster is 100% free to use. There are no hidden fees, subscriptions, or premium upgrades required to access its features for organizing gift exchanges and creating wishlists.

What devices is Elfster compatible with?

Elfster offers cross-device compatibility, meaning you can use it on your iPhone, Android device, or desktop computer. This ensures that all participants can easily join and manage their gift exchange activities regardless of their preferred device.

Can I create wishlists for different types of events?

Absolutely. You can create shareable wishlists for a wide range of events, including Christmas, birthdays, weddings, baby showers, housewarmings, and office parties. You can add products from major retailers like Amazon and Target, as well as custom gift ideas.