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It’s the most tree-mendous time of year -- the seventh annual Imgur Secret Santa is here! Every year tens of thousands of Imgurians from across the world take part in the Internet’s best gift exchange, and together we make the holiday season a little more magical. With 2020 being… 2020, we hope this year’s gift exchange brings a little extra joy in these bizarre times.
It's simple. You receive the name of someone to send a gift to. At the same time, a different Imgurian is picking a gift for you. You give a gift, you get a gift, and you spread a heck ton of good tidings while doing it.
Last year, 40,403 Imgurians from 136 countries joined, making it the largest Secret Santa ever. We’re readying the reindeer for another year of festivities, so whether this is your first-ever Secret Santa, or you’ve been pine-ing all year, we hope you’re ready to spread the joy this holiday season.
Registration is now open! During the signup process, you'll be asked to write a little something about yourself. This part is super important, as it lets your gifter know what interests you, and what gifts would best suit you. After that, sit by the fireplace and wait for matches to be emailed out December 1, at which point it’s time to get gifting.
Registration closes November 29. Let’s get this snow on the road!
For FAQ, tips, and suggestions about how to ship safely this year, visit our help site.
FeedMeAndTellMeIAmPretty
My favorite time of year!!!
MyMorningWood
Shankstar889
Heck yeah, second one for me, can’t believe it has been a year already!
Warune
W0000 time to get my santa on! I love this secret santa shtuff
MartynMage
oblivionator
last year's was awesome and i can't wait for this year's!! signing up today!
InTheDesert
Definitely need to get everyone from ToTi onboard!
edenknitty
Me too!
oblivionator
Steel723
I didn't get a gift last year, but I'm still participating this year. Best of luck to you all!
edenknitty
That's a can do spirit right there!
ivythearchive
This is honestly one of my favorite things of the year! Can't wait! Wish we got matched early since I handmake my gifts usually.
pinkninjaturtel
MartynMage said in an earlier comment that you should message your person and see if they want a new years gift instead!
MurphyPandorasLawBox
This is one of my favorite Imgur events, second only to Pizza Day!
JakobyStorm
This year is the first year I can contribute and join. I didn't want to before because i didn't think i could contribute in a good way. Yay.
sarah
One of us! One of us! :)
stupidlystupendous
You're not one of us...
Grizzlious
tacopartyinyourmouth
This is a year where everyone needs a little joy
cattywumpus
I've gotten a few duds, but it's still fun! I love shopping for my match!
LovelyandAwesome
This is MY FAVORITE TIME OF THE YEAR!!! Not Xmas, but IMGUR SECRET SANTA. I love this community & It makes me so happy to share with 1of U!
hellalaura
last year my imgur santa got me my first squishmallow, and now I have 9!! secret santa is such a joy and I can't wait to do it again :)
Mountainbae
Now that’s a good gift!
AgentGruber
Bandlith
Really wish we knew before the end of the month, need more time to craft.
Uhwhatthefuck
Yeah, was just thinking the same thing. My husband and I are both crafters so hopefully we’ll have enough time.
MartynMage
If you need more time to craft feel free to message your match and work out a 2021 new year's gift instead!
edenknitty
I try to plan out a few things for varying interests and then have the supplies ready so december 1st it's go time!
idontplayhopscotch
YASSSSS I’ve been waiting all year for this!
shakedownblues
Bold of us to assume we'll survive November...
MimicOctopi
Well, I know I'll survive since I already caught the virus. It was freakin terrible, but now I'm better and I'm ready to go!
Muffyns
Doesnt it make you weak to the virus if you survive and other things like brain damage also immunity last like a month at best
MimicOctopi
No...immunity can last up to 3 months and any long term damage depends on how ill person gets. My theory is that once you have it, your body
MimicOctopi
will always have that antibody to recognize it and can start fighting against it before it makes you incredibly ill again. Our bodies don't
MimicOctopi
have that defense against it because it's a new disease.
shakedownblues
I'm glad to hear you're okay! That's a tough go
safetyxstab
CMoeBaggins
Every year I’ve thought, “next year I’ll be better off, I’m going to do it!” I am on furlough... next year
edenknitty
Hey, that's rough. I'm sorry you don't get to participate sounds like you need a win.
Tsalvo
Trade a thought for the deed and all is good! Txt, email, sometimes making a connection is way better than a thing :)
iPostDogs
scJazz
Have we not been clear about posting Christmas in November stuff? Downvote. -1
iPostDogs
Secret Santa always starts in November, but go off.
scJazz
naw sorry, I'm grumpy and apologize. It does.
iPostDogs
Apology accepted. We must all band together by the camp fire to fight off Mariah Carey for another winter.
scJazz
JFC! Mariah Carey again! I was thinking about Pentatonix without Avi FFS!
thelastsliceofpizza
Santa here?! I know him! I know him!
EnjoyThisGIFofYourUsername
EnjoyThisGIFofYourUsername
ifitseasytakeittwice
ImThePrincessInTheOtherCastle
Love the idea of secret Santa but I've participated, sent a gift and never recieved anything myself:/ Its ok tho, made someone happy!:)
NorthRex
Careful. The elves are always watching, they'll start speading havoc if you insist too much.
veg4u
OP: How do I donate $$ to this special tradition for back up needs? Thanx.
MartynMage
There's a donate section page on https://imgur.com/secretsanta
SeeMyVests
Question: it says no backups for international matches...meaning not at all, or backup won’t be international?
mufasa1028
No back up gifting for international
LateNightBunnyParty
Just signed up! This will be a good end to a crappy year!
lasergunpewpewpew
I’ve been a member of Imgur since forever ago and I think I’m ready for secret Santa
evydear3
Please do it! I’ve done it for the past few years and it’s been great! I got some homemade cookies last year. Really wholesome experience.
edenknitty
Join us! We have fun, even when things go awry!
lasergunpewpewpew
Yasssssss.
OnlyPositiveFavourites
Just be prepared for it to be a gift sent, not a gift exchanged. I did it 3 yrs (different account) and never got gift back, not even backup
mariemcd
Maybe that is why. I understand previous gifters get matched with previous gifters. If you use a new account, the history will not be there
OnlyPositiveFavourites
Oh no, I mean I used my old, 5+ yr old account for them. This acct is new post Xmas
mariemcd
Contact MartynMage and let them know what your other account is so they can match you with a confirmed giver. I just use my real account.
OnlyPositiveFavourites
I've done all the things..i wasn't raising it to get the problem fixed, just to raise that you have to go in knowing it can fail :)
lasergunpewpewpew
I’m ok with that. I’ve been watching it unfold every year.
OnlyPositiveFavourites
Cool:) then it's very satisfying. Make sure u use tracking and message ur match (or otherwise make it clear) that U sent it
AllTheCoolKidsPeeTheirPants
We all need this, this year. Let’s make it an extra special one.
Flowpaux
Was thinking this exactly
drunkybrewster
TBH, I have been looking forward to this all year
Waidonut
It's the first time I'm thinking of signing up :)
MartynMage
InaraSerra
Heck yes.
FenixAron
Ya! I'mma go all out! ?
Snooj
I already have a hard time putting a lot of effort into my gifts and seeing the really expensive ones hit the FP.
frontyardninja
I do the Something Awful Secret Santa. One year I got a single pair of Xmas socks. I still wear em. Pricey is not always better.
edenknitty
Excellent! I was given a tiny backpack that has a bat on it. I have loved it to almost the point of no return. I use it every single day.
AllTheCoolKidsPeeTheirPants
Dude I got like a very inexpensive gift last year but my secret Santa carefully thought out my gift, that’s what matters. Still have (1/2
AllTheCoolKidsPeeTheirPants
A few of the gifts on my desk at work.
sharxbyte
I'm still a bit sore about the kitchen knife I made a couple years ago where the giftee dissapeared. he hasn't posted. hope hes ok :/
Snooj
I feel that. I commissioned a modest Star Wars triptych and never heard a peep from the recipient.
sharxbyte
That's so sad
Snooj
Their profile said they were a hanging art fan and a Star Wars fan so I thought it was appropriate.
edenknitty
Dude.. expensive gifts are just there for front page glory, you make a huge difference with something well thought out! It's not a contest.
Snooj
I know it isn't, but it's treated as one and the clear victors are the people on the FP with the obvious overspenders. I feel sad.
mariemcd
That is your interpretation. Remember - the gift is in the giving. Do what you can to give a smile to someone else and be happy with that.
murphyland
An imgurian painted a picture of my cat two years ago and was so sorry they couldn't afford to buy something. It's one of my SS gifts yet
murphyland
And this will be my 6th year participating
edenknitty
Snook, my human, Take a minute, you got this. It is about doing good in the world. You are good in this world! Be kind to yourself! <3
edenknitty
Sorry it autocorrected to snook from snooj.
prettymuchday
Secret Santa won't be the same without Mr.Puckett @imgur
prettymuchday
For everything that's gone wrong this year, at least make this one thing right.
Uhwhatthefuck
What happened?
The3DPrintingPolak
Please for the love of God be specific. "I like movies" doesn't help AT ALL
allthis4nothing
Wish Lists are specific, right?
Chrispyness
Send them a copy of The Room or Birdemic if they pull that shit! ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
edenknitty
Get wordy on your profile too! If you have two posts and nothing about you, it's hard to find something.
YouWereSupposedToBeBulletPoints
That's why I don't understand how brand new accounts only made to participate in Secret santa can really participate well... (1)
YouWereSupposedToBeBulletPoints
might sound mean/controversial, but I think people should be established for at least 6 months, so you can see their personalities and (2)
YouWereSupposedToBeBulletPoints
interests. Not only that, but also would also hopefully narrow out those who sign up just for free stuff :/
Uhwhatthefuck
Yea but it would also weed out ppl like my husband and mom who don’t really browse imgur but would love to participate. It’s her 3rd year.
hereforthedogsandthegaysthatsit
I’ve been on Imgur for 8 years but had to delete and make a new account recently bc a creeper found my old one. I get there are some scammy
Meyek
I like SCARY movies.
Uhwhatthefuck
Honestly, that’s enough for me. I could find some cool stuff from that. But I also love horror.
The3DPrintingPolak
Better than some of the descriptions I've gotten in the past tbh
ckmomma
Is there a place in the registration where you can request to give and receive from someone in another country?
Jutana
There is! The first year I did this I opted in for international; just keep in mind the shipping can get nuts (I wasn't expecting it)
MartynMage
Yes, its the 'international shipping' option at the bottom of the address step
ckmomma
Anyone know what the average cost of international shipping is?
MartynMage
It can range from $40 to several hundreds depending on size and weight
SeeMyVests
@mariemcd makes a good point: if you use amazon in the country that services your recipient you can save big on shipping costs
MartynMage
I am beyond excited to lead another year of Secret Santa. Let's make this year the best yet!
oblivionator
you rock, dude
mariemcd
Thanks Martyn: Suggestion - international matches need longer lead time to ship. Can you move the dates up if you have an appropriate match?
NicoleRosieRose
Yes! Customs got in the way of my SS recipient last time :(
Fejerro
In lieu of me receiving a gift, can I have my match choose something from a sub-for-santa wishlist for a family near me?
oblivionator
this is such a wonderful though!!
GalaxyPatrol
Here you dropped this - t
oblivionator
Haha! That I have xD thanks!
edenknitty
Let's do it!
ApertureScience852FM
Fuck yea m8! Good luck with everything! And thanks for everything that you do! ❤
Keyastar
Thank you for organizing everything! This is my favorite Christmas tradition!
littlebabybearxo
MARTYN ily
EviLPaRaDiSe
My SS never confirmed gifts were received. She left her number so I texted to see if she received and she did. Am I good? Also, I need my
EviLPaRaDiSe
Trophy. :)
EviLPaRaDiSe
I also have tracking info.
AzaellexTytalus
Thank you for this! Thank you SOOO MUCH!
mtilley
Thank you for all the hard work you do. I look forward to this every year.
4nj1n3k0
I am so excited!!!! I've done it every year so far!
NotAnotherDisneyPrincess
I want to thank you for all your hard work and the joy you bring!
tenthousandvine
Thank you so much for all the hard work you put into it!
ImAnActionBirb
Thank you for all your hard work in leading this! It’ll be a great thing to look forward to at the end of 2020!
puppiesarepoopers
i'm so stoked for it this year! looking forward to all the creative, potentially quarantine-crafted gifts that'll emerge! we all need a lift
VolcanoHerder
I totally forgot about Secret Santa! Thank you for bringing some positive light into this week and something nice to look forward to! :)
Strugglecityliveshere
Me too. Was having A really shit night until i saw this and your post
NorthRex
Am I alone in here...?
BleachHaus
Not anymore
MartynMage
Nope!
NorthRex
AllTheCoolKidsPeeTheirPants
Right here, buddy
DraccoKnightblade
never
NorthRex
Oh God, I was afraid. And a knight to boot. Hello Sir.
DraccoKnightblade
Ahoyhoy~
AhoyitsDan
I’ll bring the dip.
TheRickestRickFromEarthDimensionC137
I've got chips, and veggies for the hummus guy
TheRickestRickFromEarthDimensionC137
O shit that was @iPostDogs, got u veggies fren!
iPostDogs
Aw yiss, motherlovin' hummus veggies.
iPostDogs
Hummus pls.
ladyjigglebutt
I don't have a ton of money, but I'd like to do something cute and special, like maybe a custom cross stitch!
edenknitty
Do it! I would lose my mind! That is so thoughtful!
PoeticSoul
I honestly feel like the skill-required homemade gifts always hit front page most, people really enjoy them!
AzaellexTytalus
Oh man, I'd be so happy to receive a custom cross stitch! It's not about money. Handmade things are the best!
Uhwhatthefuck
awful if they were mean about it. Especially since it takes so much time and energy to craft stuff sometimes. (2)
Uhwhatthefuck
I’m always nervous to do homemade gifts. I worry that some people are just too mean because it wasn’t something fancier. I would feel (1)
sarah
Handmade gifts for Secret Santa are so special! You should definitely do it :)
driftir
One of my secret santas hand turned me a pizza cutter, ice cream scoop and bottle opener that I still use! Made it that much more special.
gablestout
You know what else is special. 3,600 pizzas and 200 grocery deliveries. All because of TheFreePizzaDude/MrPuckett
Meyek
They are the freaking best! I have art from two different givers hanging in my house and I love it.
LukeWarmTaunTaun
Loved participating in previous years but 2020 hit me too hard and don't think it's financially in the cards this year unfortunately ?
erbiumyttriumytterbium
Do you need a free pizza? I can get the Free Pizza Dude to send you one...
letsbehonestimatwork
Agreed. I’m thinking about groceries, not Christmas.
iPostDogs
Understandable, friend. It's been a tough year. I hope 2021 treats you better, and we can welcome you back to Secret Santa. ?
LukeWarmTaunTaun
Looking forward to seeing everyones posts though ?
CreatureFromtheBlackLegume
Same, I was holding on for a while but I just lost my job. I can handmake things, but im afraid that will disappoint the recipient so I wont
CreatureFromtheBlackLegume
Risk it, except for my friends and family because they already love me XD
tokennametaken
Personally, I'd love something hand made! They're the best!
YouWereSupposedToBeBulletPoints
I can't speak for everyone, but I know I absolutely LOVE handmade things more than store bought. SO much skill and thought put into them!
YouWereSupposedToBeBulletPoints
I'll happily send you a xmas card if you'd like :D
Jellybelly88
Can we set up another sign up for sending each other cards? I can't financially afford a gift/shipping, but a few cards are easy!
LukeWarmTaunTaun
Cards are a lovely idea. The gifts usually aren't too bad but the shipping can be a bit much and adds up fast.
16grapes
That’s an excellent idea!
Jellybelly88
Thanks!! I'm just not sure how best to organize/ advertise such a thing.
16grapes
I’d have no idea either but I’d love to send you a Christmas card. Lets swap why don’t we?