Organize Your Secret Santa Exchange
Randomly generate pairings for your holiday gift exchange quickly and easily.
Secret Santa Pairings
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Pairings:
Add at least 3 participants and click 'Generate Pairings'.
How the Secret Santa Generator Works
Organizing your Secret Santa is straightforward with our tool:
- Add Participants: In the generator section, enter each participant's name one by one into the input field and click the "Add Participant" button. You'll see the names appear in the list below. You can remove a name by clicking the 'X' next to it.
- Generate Pairings: Once you've added everyone (you need a minimum of 3 people), click the "Generate Pairings" button.
- Distribute Results: The generator will instantly create random pairings, ensuring no one is assigned to buy a gift for themselves. The list of "Giver -> Receiver" will appear in the results box. The organizer must then copy this list and distribute each person's assignment privately to them.
That's it! The randomness ensures a fair and fun gift exchange.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is this Secret Santa Generator?
This is a free online tool to randomly pair participants for a Secret Santa gift exchange. It ensures that no one is paired with themselves.
How do I use the generator?
Add the name of each participant using the input field and 'Add Participant' button. Once all names are added (minimum 3), click the 'Generate Pairings' button. The list of who gives to whom will be displayed.
How do I share the results privately?
The generator displays the full list of pairings. The organizer should copy the results and send each participant their specific assignment privately (e.g., via email, direct message, or separate slips of paper).
Is it truly random?
Yes, the generator uses standard algorithms to randomly shuffle the participant list to create pairings, ensuring fairness and randomness.
What is the minimum number of participants?
You need at least 3 participants for a Secret Santa exchange to work without self-gifting.