Send a birthday card
by text message
It's the same effort as typing 'happy birthday' into the message box. You just paste a link instead, and it opens into a wrapped card with their favourite GIF and a gift card hidden inside.
Why SMS works for this
Standard SMS-friendly link
A short, clean URL. Works in any SMS app, no link previews required.
Opens in their browser
No app, no install. Tap the link, the card opens.
One-tap SMS share
On the send screen, tap 'SMS' and your messaging app opens with the link ready.
Send a birthday card by text
- 1
Build the card
Add a message, GIFs, and any extras. Hit send.
- 2
Tap the SMS button
On the send screen, tap 'SMS'. Your phone's messaging app opens with the link prefilled.
- 3
Pick the recipient and send
Choose who to send to from your contacts. Done. They tap, the card opens.
Common questions
How do I send a birthday card by text?+
Build the card on Birthdaypage, copy the link, paste it into a text message, send. The recipient taps the link and the card opens in their browser. The send screen also has a one-tap 'SMS' button that opens your messaging app with the link prefilled.
Does the recipient need to install anything?+
No. The card opens in whatever browser they already have: Safari on iPhone, Chrome on Android. No app, no signup, no permission prompts.
Will it work on Android and iPhone?+
Yes, and on Windows Phone (if that's still a thing on someone's desk), older Androids, and anything else with a browser. The card uses standard web tech, nothing platform-specific.
Can I send by WhatsApp instead of SMS?+
Yes. The send screen has WhatsApp, SMS, Messenger, and a generic share button. WhatsApp is more common outside the US; SMS is more common inside it.
What does the message look like in their texts?+
By default it's: 'You've got a birthday card 🎁 [link]'. You can edit the text in your messaging app before sending; it's not locked.
More ways to use Birthdaypage
Send a card by text
One tap opens your texts with the link ready. It's free, and it works in any browser.