Help & FAQ

Everything you need to know about sending free ecards, face ecards, and photo cards on GotFreeECards.com.

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Send an Animated Ecard

Animated ecards are our classic free cards — fully animated, no account needed.

  1. 1Browse by occasion — choose from the top menu (Birthday, Anniversary, Thank You, etc.) or visit All Occasions.
  2. 2Click on any card you like to open the card detail page.
  3. 3Watch the card preview to make sure it's the right one.
  4. 4Click "Send This Card" or scroll down to the send form.
  5. 5Enter your name and an optional personal message, then click <strong>Next</strong>.
  6. 6Choose <strong>Email</strong> as your delivery method.
  7. 7Enter the recipient's name and email address, and your own email (for a delivery confirmation).
  8. 8Click "Send Card" — your card is on its way!
💡No account is needed to send a card. Just fill in the form and send.
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Send a Face Ecard

Face ecards let you drop someone's face (or your own!) into a fun animated character. They make for hilarious, personalised cards.

  1. 1Go to Face Ecards in the top menu or homepage.
  2. 2Browse and click on a face ecard card.
  3. 3On the card page, click "Add a Face" — a camera / upload panel will appear.
  4. 4Upload a photo from your device, or take one with your camera. Make sure the face is clearly visible.
  5. 5Drag and resize the face so it lines up with the character's face outline.
  6. 6Some cards have a second character — upload a second face if prompted (e.g. couples\' cards).
  7. 7Click <strong>Preview</strong> to see how the card looks with the face applied.
  8. 8Fill in your name and personal message, then choose your delivery method (Email, WhatsApp, or Copy Link).
  9. 9Send!
💡Use a clear, forward-facing photo with good lighting for the best result. Passport-style photos work great.
â„šī¸Face ecards work entirely in your browser — your photo is never stored on our servers.
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Send a Photo Card

Photo cards let you place your own photo inside a decorative frame and send it as an ecard.

  1. 1Visit the Photo Cards section (link in the homepage or directly at /photo-cards).
  2. 2Choose a frame design — frames are grouped by theme (Birthday, Christmas, Valentine's Day, etc.).
  3. 3Click "Use This Frame" to open the card builder.
  4. 4Upload your photo from your device. You can drag and resize it to fit perfectly inside the frame.
  5. 5Optionally choose a music track to play when the recipient opens the card.
  6. 6Enter your name and a personal message.
  7. 7Enter the recipient's name and email address.
  8. 8Click "Send Card". The recipient gets a link to view the animated card with your photo.
💡Landscape photos (wider than tall) work best for most frames. Use a well-lit, high-resolution photo for the sharpest result.
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Send via WhatsApp or Copy Link

You can share any card via WhatsApp, SMS, or any other messaging app — no email address needed.

  1. 1Open any card and fill in Step 1 (your name + optional message), then click <strong>Next</strong>.
  2. 2On the delivery step, click the WhatsApp tab or Copy Link tab instead of Email.
  3. 3WhatsApp: We generate a unique pickup link and pre-fill a WhatsApp message for you. Tap "Open WhatsApp" — your browser or app opens with the message ready to send. Just choose who to send it to and tap Send.
  4. 4Copy Link: We create a unique link for your card. Tap "Copy" and paste it anywhere — a text message, iMessage, Facebook Messenger, Telegram, email, or even a social media post.
â„šī¸The WhatsApp and Copy Link options are available for all animated ecards, face ecards, and photo cards.
💡The card link works on any device — the recipient just taps the link to watch the card. No app or account needed on their end.
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Schedule a Future Ecard

Plan ahead — schedule a card to be delivered automatically on a specific date.

  1. 1Choose a card and fill in your name and message (Step 1).
  2. 2On the delivery step, select <strong>Email</strong> as your delivery method.
  3. 3Fill in the recipient's name and email.
  4. 4Look for the "Send Date" field — click it and pick a future date from the calendar.
  5. 5The delivery time will be shown as 8:00 AM UTC on the chosen date.
  6. 6Click "Schedule Card". You\'ll see a confirmation showing the delivery date.
💡You can schedule cards weeks or months in advance — perfect for birthdays and anniversaries you don't want to forget.
â„šī¸Scheduled cards are sent by email only. WhatsApp and Copy Link delivery do not support scheduling.
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Create an Account

An account is free and optional — but it unlocks useful features.

Benefits of a free account:

  • View your full history of sent cards
  • Set up birthday & anniversary reminders
  • Your name is pre-filled every time you send

How to sign up:

  1. 1Click "Join Free" in the top-right corner of the site, or go to the Register page.
  2. 2Enter your name, email address, and a password.
  3. 3Click <strong>"Create Account"</strong> — you're immediately signed in.

Sign in with Google:

  1. 1Click <strong>"Sign in with Google"</strong> on the Login or Register page.
  2. 2Choose your Google account — no password needed.
  3. 3Your account is created automatically on first use.
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Reset Your Password

  1. 1Go to Sign In and click "Forgot password?" below the login form.
  2. 2Enter the email address you used when you registered.
  3. 3Click <strong>"Send Reset Link"</strong>.
  4. 4Check your inbox for an email with a password reset link (check Spam if you don't see it).
  5. 5Click the link in the email — it opens a page where you can enter a new password.
  6. 6Enter and confirm your new password, then click <strong>"Reset Password"</strong>.
  7. 7You're now signed in with your new password.
â„šī¸The reset link expires after 1 hour. If it has expired, simply request a new one.
💡If you signed up with Google ("Sign in with Google"), there is no password to reset — just use the Google button to sign in.
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Receiving & Viewing Ecards

  1. 1The recipient gets an email from <strong>noreply@got-free-ecards.com</strong> with a link to their card.
  2. 2They click the link — the card opens directly in their browser. No account or app needed.
  3. 3The card plays automatically.
  4. 4They can reply or share the card using the options on the card page.
â„šī¸If the email doesn't arrive within a few minutes, ask the recipient to check their Spam or Junk folder, and to add noreply@got-free-ecards.com to their contacts to prevent future emails from going to spam.
💡Cards sent via WhatsApp or Copy Link open as a web page when tapped — no email involved.
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Birthday & Anniversary Reminders

Never forget an important date again. Set up reminders and we'll email you a few days before.

  1. 1Sign in to your account (or create one free).
  2. 2Go to My Account → Reminders, or visit /account/reminders.
  3. 3Click "Add Reminder".
  4. 4Enter the person's name, the occasion (Birthday, Anniversary, etc.), and the date.
  5. 5Choose how many days in advance you want to be notified (e.g. 3 days before).
  6. 6Save — we'll email you on that day with a link to browse cards for the occasion.
💡You can add as many reminders as you like — great for keeping track of everyone's birthdays.
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Common Questions

Is it really free?

Yes, completely free — no credit card, no premium tier, no hidden fees. GotFreeECards.com has been 100% free since 2005.

Do I need an account to send a card?

No. You can send any card without creating an account. An account is only needed for features like sent-card history and reminders.

How many cards can I send?

There's no limit. Send as many cards as you like, to as many people as you like.

Can I send to multiple recipients at once?

Yes — when sending by email you can add up to 10 recipients. Each person receives their own personalised card link.

Will the recipient need to create an account to view the card?

No. The recipient just clicks the link in the email — the card opens instantly in their browser with no sign-up required.

Can I send cards internationally?

Absolutely. Ecards are delivered by email or link, so they work anywhere in the world.

My face ecard photo doesn't align correctly. What should I do?

Use a clear, forward-facing photo with the face centred. After uploading, drag and resize the overlay to match the character's face outline. A photo taken at eye level works best.

I didn't receive a confirmation email after sending. Did my card go through?

Sometimes confirmation emails land in Spam. Check your Junk folder. If you have an account, you can also check your Sent Cards history at /account/sent.

Can I cancel a scheduled card?

Currently scheduled cards cannot be cancelled once submitted. If you need to stop delivery, please contact us as soon as possible with the recipient's email address.

How do I contact support?

Email us at support@got-free-ecards.com and we'll get back to you as quickly as we can.

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