A smarter way to send gift cards—right to their phone
Need to reach people fast? With Giftogram, you can send digital gift cards by text—no email address required. It’s our newest way to make gifting even easier, whether you’re recognizing employees, thanking customers, or running time-sensitive promotions.
SMS delivery is just one of the flexible sending options available in Giftogram. Choose from SMS, email, or physical cards—so every recipient gets their gift in the way that works best for them.
Why companies love SMS
- Instant delivery – Great for last-minute rewards and time-sensitive campaigns
- Direct & real-time – Ideal for on-the-go teams
- No email required – Great for audiences without inbox access
Why recipients love SMS
- On-the-go convenience – Instant access to rewards
- Easy to use – No logins, no downloads—just tap to redeem
- Fast delivery – Get a gift card in seconds
Whether you’re rewarding hourly staff, re-engaging loyalty members, or sending customer appreciation gifts, SMS gets the job done—instantly.
How SMS delivery works with Giftogram
- Gift is sent via text which includes recipient name and sender name
- They receive a message with a personalized link to redeem their gift
- With one tap, they browse and choose from a wide range of top retailers
- The gift card is delivered instantly—either in-browser or by email
Need help getting started? See step-by-step SMS redemption instructions in our knowledge base article.
Flexible delivery options for every gifting use case
Method | Description | Best For |
---|---|---|
SMS | Delivered by text | On-the-go recipients, mobile-first teams |
Delivered via inbox | Standard delivery, bulk gifting | |
Physical | Mailed cards | Events, premium gifts, offline teams |
SMS delivery use cases
Text-based gifting isn’t just convenient—it fits naturally into how many teams and businesses already communicate. Here are some real-world examples of industries using SMS delivery to reward employees, customers, and partners in ways that feel seamless and immediate:
- Loyalty & Rewards Programs
Use case: Thank-you gifts, birthday rewards, re-engagement
Why SMS works: Customers opt into text-based rewards and offers - Quick-Serve Restaurants & Retail Chains
Use case: Shift bonuses, attendance rewards, sales contests
Why SMS works: Managers already use texting tools like HotSchedules and Homebase - Transportation & Logistics Companies
Use case: On-time delivery incentives, safe-driving rewards
Why SMS works: Drivers are mobile-first and don’t rely on email - Healthcare Staffing Agencies
Use case: Referral bonuses, last-minute shift-fill incentives
Why SMS works: Staff are accustomed to text alerts for shift openings - Field Services & Contractors
Use case: Completion bonuses, upsell contests
Why SMS works: Field teams already receive job updates via text - E-commerce & Subscription Brands
Use case: Referral bonuses, reviews, SMS opt-in gifts
Why SMS works: Brands already collect phone numbers at checkout - Online Education & Market Research
Use case: Survey completion, demo attendance, course incentives
Why SMS works: Phone numbers are already on file for login or reminders
About Giftogram
A Simple, fast, and flexible way to deliver joy
Giftogram makes gifting easy—without losing the personal touch. With SMS, email, and physical delivery options, you have full control over how you send, track, and manage every reward.
Whether you’re sending one gift or a thousand, Giftogram helps you deliver in the moment, without the hassle.
Ready to start sending gift cards by text? Book a demo or sign in to get started.