# The Secret Santa — Have fun this Christmas!

> Secret Santa gift exchange organizer for groups. (iPhone/iPad app by Poieo Dev LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-secret-santa/id1590956782 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Poieo Dev LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549821369)
- Category: Social Networking, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2021-11-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-secret-santa/id1590956782/reviews.md

## What is The Secret Santa?

We read the feedback from last year. We understood the frustrations. We discovered multiple broken features.

But this year, it's back better than ever! Completely re-built, brand new infrastructure, and new features make this THE #1 app for Secret Santa groups. 

Using The Secret Santa mobile app allows you to invite people into your Secret Santa group in a fun and easy way. 

Simply create a group, set a budget, theme, and date/time to draw names, and then invite people! The app will automatically send out Text Messages to each person invited with a link to accept the invitation and to download the app for themselves. You'll be able to see who has accepted the invite, a fun countdown for the name drawing, and then you'll see a list of everyone you'll be buying gifts for this year. In your profile options (click on the top right), you'll even be able to add a note for others to see (we recommend including things such as allergies or gift ideas!).

When you click on a group, you can also click on the names within a group who have accepted the invite to see their profile and contact info. Users can only join a group if they've been invited!

This app is great for groups, workplaces, schools, etc!

## Key features

- Create Secret Santa groups
- Set budget and theme
- Invite participants easily
- Automatic name drawing
- View recipient profiles
- Add notes for gift ideas

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-secret-santa/id1590956782/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Need more directory

*2021-12-14*

I’ve been trying to delete the account and join the group that I got the code for. But it’s not working. There should be more things on the app that will allow you to join a group instead of creating one.

**Developer response:** Hey there! I understand there were a lot of issues last year with this app. I've gone through and re-designed how a lot of the app functions, including login/registration, using group codes to make it significantly easier to invite and join groups, etc. I think you'll be quite pleased with it this year!

### 2/5 — Sign in issue, needs help ASAP!!!

*2021-12-07*

I’m trying to log out of this thing but I can’t find anyway of doing so. I accidentally registered myself using my own signup code, instead of the one that was sent to me by my group. I’ve been trying to figure out a way to logout so that I can register myself to my assigned group but there’s no option for me to do that. Can someone help please!

**Developer response:** Hey there! I understand there were a lot of issues last year with this app. I've gone through and re-designed how a lot of the app functions, including login/registration (and the ability to log out), using group codes to make it significantly easier to invite and join groups, etc. I think you'll be quite pleased with it this year!

## Frequently asked questions about The Secret Santa

### How do I create a Secret Santa group?

To create a group, simply open The Secret Santa app and follow the prompts to set up your group details, including budget, theme, and drawing date. You can then invite members.

### Can I set a budget for gifts?

Yes, The Secret Santa allows you to set a specific budget for the gift exchange when creating your group. This helps ensure all participants are on the same page regarding gift spending.

### How are names drawn in The Secret Santa?

The app automatically handles the name drawing process once the set date and time arrive. Each participant will then be notified of who they are buying a gift for.

### Can I add notes for gift ideas or allergies?

Yes, users can add notes to their profile within The Secret Santa app. It's recommended to include gift ideas or any allergies to help your assigned recipient.

### Does The Secret Santa have ads?

No, The Secret Santa is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted experience while organizing your gift exchanges.

### What devices does The Secret Santa support?

The Secret Santa is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It was last updated on November 27, 2022, with version 4.0.

### How do I see who I'm buying a gift for?

After the name drawing has occurred, you can view the list of everyone you'll be buying gifts for. Clicking on a group member's name will show their profile and contact information.

### What is the user rating for The Secret Santa?

The Secret Santa has a user rating of 3.8 stars based on 5 ratings. This indicates a generally positive reception from its users.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 4.0 — 2022-11-27

New backend infrastructure. Simpler login and registration process. We also made it WAYYYY easier to join groups and invite people.

### 2.0 — 2021-11-18

Fixed bugs and updated user registration.

### 1.0 — 2021-11-14

No release notes.

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