Why do electronic gift cards make for great gifts?

Gifting is one of the most cherished gestures deeply woven into our culture. No matter how old we grow, the sheer excitement of packing gifts with ribbons and gift wrappers and unboxing a gift by tearing each layer of the wrapper is unparalleled.

But as we grow up, we grow apart, living in different parts of the world and acquiring new tastes and preferences daily. How many times has it happened to you where you so desperately want to give the best thing to your loved ones or distant relatives, but you are unsure if they would end up loving or using it?  

There’s nothing wrong with indecisiveness, and here comes the beauty of electronic gift cards, where it’s a win-win situation for both of you! Looking beyond conventional gifts, let’s take a closer look at the benefits of electronic gift cards.

Flexibility of choice

Have you ever been through situations where you have received two sets of toasters, rice cookers, mixer blenders or even copies of watches of the same model from two different relatives? In an Indian household, where we prefer utility when it comes to gifting, we end up repeating the same appliances or gadgets, unfortunately skipping the have-nots.

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Obviously, it’s not possible to delve into someone’s needs while giving a thoughtful gift. And that’s electronic gift cards come into play. With an electronic gift card, the recipient can buy anything according to their choice and needs, thereby avoiding unnecessary things or repetitions.

Convenience and instant delivery

Electronic gift cards also save you from the hassle of travelling to shop for your close ones and even put an end to the wait when it comes to online delivery. Unlike physical gift cards and any physical gift items, electronic gift cards can be received and redeemed instantly in seconds with just a few clicks.

Thoughtful personalisation 

Who says electronic gift cards lack a personal touch? You can always express your thoughtfulness by adding your message addressing the recipient. Unlike traditional gift tags, which are often lost, these messages stay with the recipient forever whenever. Isn’t that beautiful?

Some e-commerce platforms offering electronic gift cards allow you to personalise your e Gift by offering you an option to enter your message that will show up to the receiver immediately when you send them the e Gift card.

Security and loss prevention

Unlike physical cards, electronic gift cards never have the risk of getting lost. No matter how messy your loved ones are, they can always find their gift cards safely waiting for them in their mailbox. Electronic gift cards ensure double protection against loss and prevention since they are sent to recipients’ mobile numbers as well as to their emails.    

Budget-friendly options

We all have been through situations where we liked a gift for our loved ones, but they were out of budget. Inversely, it has also been times when we wanted to purchase a favourite thing, but it exceeded the budget. E Gift cards offer a great choice when it comes to affordability. Whether you are a sender or a receiver, electronic gift cards are a true hero in situations like this.  

Wondering how? Say, for instance, you plan to send a Rs 500 gift card. The receiver, on the other side, can add some extra money just in case it is needed to purchase their favourite item and check out. Isn’t that a win-win situation for both of you?

So, the next time you are pondering and manifesting your next gift for your loved ones, remember the utility packed with the beauty of electronic gift cards.