Quick setup for your Secret Santa — randomized and fair
Paste a participant list, optionally add exclusions, set a budget (per-person or total), and generate assignments. Exports include CSV, printable assignments and individualized email templates for organizers to send.
1) Participants & Rules
List every participant on its own line. Names must be unique.
Use Name:Excluded1,Excluded2 format per line to prevent matches (e.g., spouses, same household).
Check to avoid direct A↔B pairs (useful for small groups where reciprocity is undesired).
2) Budget & Options
If "Total", the value will be evenly split; if "Per-person", that's recommended per-gift spend.
Assignments
Organizer view: you can copy individualized emails, export CSV, or print. Keep results private until you distribute.
This tool generates randomized assignments respecting the exclusions you provided. Always confirm assignments before distribution. For larger groups, test once to ensure constraints work as expected.
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FAQ
Can I exclude people from being matched to each other?
Yes — use the Exclusions box with "Name:Excluded1,Excluded2" lines. The tool respects those constraints when generating assignments.
What if the tool can't generate assignments with my exclusions?
If constraints make a valid assignment impossible (e.g., too many mutual exclusions), the tool will notify you. Adjust exclusions or add participants.
How do I monetize this?
You can add sponsor banners, premium printable templates, corporate plans, or affiliate gift suggestions for participants.