Organizing a Gift Exchange
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      2. Organizing a Gift Exchange

      How do I invite someone without an email address?

      People without email addresses can still join in the FUN!

      Everyone needs to have their own Elfster account. If you’re inviting someone without an email address, you’ll need to use a bit of Elf Magic! 🪄✨ Make sure the main Elfster account holder adds them to their Family Manager account first. Then, they’ll be ready to join in all the fun without needing their own email! 🎁

      ✨ Elf Tip: If you don't know someone's email address, you can copy and text invitations using the mobile website or our iOS or Android apps. Other options for sending invitations include copying the invitation link and sharing via any social media platform.✨

      Instructions for adding a new Elfster account for someone else that you will be able to manage while logged into your own account.

      Creating a new family manager account is quick and easy.  Follow the steps below for a less than two minute setup:

      1. Select the Family Manager 
      2. Select the Add a New Account 
      3. Enter the information in the First Name, Last Name, Elfster Username, and Elfster Password fields. These are all required fields.
        1. Your email address will be used as the email address for the new linked account.
        2. It’s important to choose a unique username, which is not your email address, for each new linked account.
      4. Select Save!

        The next screen will allow you the option to:
      • Manage the new linked account.
      • Add another family member.
      • View all family members that you've previously added and linked to your account.

      ✨ Elf Tip: With an Elfster Draw Now Exchange, participants’ names are drawn immediately by the organizer, making it quick and easy to get started! You can even add participants without needing their emails, making this perfect for groups like classrooms or offices.

      Note: Since participants won’t have accounts, they won’t be able to create Wishlists or view their draw themselves. The organizer will handle everything, including managing the draws! Ideal for when you want to keep things simple and fun! 🪄

      ✨WARNING- If you undraw names for any reason, you will have to enter emails before redrawing!