Hope and Dreams Ecard

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Your birthday- a time to look forward with anticipation toward hopes and dreams come true. Wishing you a birthday that sparkles and shines.

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Ecard FAQs

How do I send an ecard?

Once you are signed in to AmericanGreetings.com, please follow the steps below to send an ecard:

Select an ecard.
Select "Personalize and Send." Note: If you do not see the "Personalize and Send" button or if the button is inactive, you may need to personalize the ecard first.
Add a personalized note for your recipient(s) in the text area on the next screen. You can adjust the font, size and color of your message by highlighting the text you wish to change or make your style selections before adding your message.
Select "Preview" to preview your message and ecard. To exit preview mode, select "close" at top right-hand corner.
Select "Share or Send" then select "Send By Email."
Add your recipient(s) name and email address or open your Address Book.
You can change the delivery date by pressing the calendar icon to the right of today's date.
Learn more about how to add a gift card to your ecard here.
Select "Send" to send your ecard.

Congrats! You just made someone's day!

What if I don't see the name I'm looking for?

We apologize for the inconvenience of not finding the name you were looking for. Please know that we are continually reevaluating and updating our list of names to reflect trends and the popularity of new names. We truly appreciate your feedback and will pass your suggestion along to our content managers. Thank you for your understanding!

If you don’t see your name on the list for a Personalized SmashUp, don’t worry! We offer a selection of cards where you can type any name. Additionally, our Talking SmashUps let you customize your own message, giving you even more ways to personalize your experience!

Thank you for your understanding!

How do I add a gift card to my card?

As a member, you can add a gift card to your card from many leading retailers.

Choose any ecard and personalize.
After adding your personal message, select the “Send or Share” button and then select the “Send by Email” button.
Within the Add a Gift Card section, click “Yes, please!”
On the next page, you will have the option to select a gift card from one of the many retailers.
After you choose your gift card option, you will continue to the next step to choose the value of the gift card and enter your payment information.
Confirm your total and click “PURCHASE & SEND.”

How do I share an ecard via text message or social platforms?

Please be sure you are signed in as a member of AmericanGreetings.com. Once you are signed in, please follow the steps below:

Select an ecard.
Select “Personalize and Send.”
Enter a personal message to be displayed with your ecard.
Select “Preview” to preview your message and ecard. To exit preview mode, select “close” at top right-hand corner.
Select the “Share or Send” button below the personalized message box.
Select “Copy Link.”
- Not: If you are on an iPhone, a new window will display asking if you would like to open this page in “Messages.” You can select “Cancel” or “Open.” Once you select “Open,” the ecard link will display in the message field. Text messages can only be sent on devices with texting capabilities, such as a cell phone.
For all other mobile devices or desktop, simply copy and paste or enter the card’s link into your favorite messaging app to share your personalized ecard.

Membership FAQs

How do I become a member?

How can I send an ecard without becoming a member?

AmericanGreetings.com does offer a limited selection of free ecards.

To locate them, type the word “free” in the search field at the top of the AmericanGreetings.com website. The word “free” will display with the title for each free card.

If you enjoy sending our free ecards, you will love being an ecard member! Membership gives you access to thousands of ecards as well as valuable member tools like the Address Book and Reminders. Join now to become a member.

How does your 7-day free trial work?

In order to allow our customers an opportunity to try our Products and Services, occasionally we offer a free trial during which customers register for Membership and enjoy many of the Membership benefits. If you sign up for a trial period and cancel during such trial period the payment information provided will not be billed. If you do not cancel during the trial period we will automatically charge your credit card the Subscription fee.

How much does a membership cost?

As a paid member, you can send as many ecards, SmashUps™ and Creatacards from our extensive collection as you would like. All memberships include access to great benefits like:

Send your ecards to any social platform
Include gift cards with your ecard
Personalize and print store-quality cards from home with Creatacard™
Member tools such as AI Messaging, Address Book, Reminder Service and prescheduled ecards
PLUS much more!

A membership can be purchased for $29.99 per year or just $39.99 for two years. Monthly memberships are also available for $6.99 each month. Taxes may apply. To sign up for our membership, please click “Start Your Membership” at the top of our website.

You can also register for an account to send free cards.

For more information about membership, please see our Member Benefits page.