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Late / Last-Minute Gifting Options
Running short on time? We know holiday schedules move fast, and shipping carriers experience heavy volume in December. If you’re sending gifts close to the holidays and need a fast option, here are the best ways to ensure your recipients receive a meaningful gift—even if shipping timelines are tight.
✨ Instant Gifting Options (Fastest)
If you’re gifting close to the holiday cutoff deadlines, digital or Recipient Choice gifts allow your recipients to receive (and enjoy) their gift quickly.
| Option | How It Works | Delivery Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Gift Delivery (Recipient Choice) | Send a gift link allowing recipients to choose their gift and enter their shipping address |
Digital gift links are typically delivered Monday–Friday between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM local time. Most digital gifts arrive within an hour of being submitted during this window. Because digital gift cards experience a high rate of fraud industry-wide, very large digital gift orders may require a brief verification step to protect both you and your recipients. If verification is needed, our team will contact you right away.* |
| Scheduled Gift Email Delivery | Set a specific date for when the gift link is delivered to the recipient | Email arrives on the selected date |
| E-cards / Recognition Experiences | Send a personalized recognition message with a digital gift notification | Delivered instantly |
Tip: Even if physical delivery may occur after the holiday, recipients love knowing that something is on it's way!
*Planning a large digital gift card order?To avoid processing delays, you can reach out to us in advance and we’ll help confirm billing details upfront.
📍 Recommended for Different Scenarios
| Situation | Best Option |
|---|---|
| Very last minute (same day or next day) | Digital Recipient Choice link |
| Unsure of address or preferences | Recipient Choice |
📦 If You’re Past Shipping Cutoff Dates
Even when shipped after cutoff dates, Recipient Choice consistently earns the highest satisfaction ratings from recipients, outperforming single-item gifts and gift cards across all demographics.
Need help choosing the best option? We’re here to help and point you in the right direction!