Frequently Asked Questions

Get all your questions answered about using MyWishlist to create perfect gift lists.

Basic Questions

What is MyWishlist?
MyWishlist is a free platform for creating and sharing gift lists. Organize your wishes, share with friends and family via a dedicated link, and track reservations in real time.
How does MyWishlist work?
It's simple! You create an account, build your gift list by adding items with photos, descriptions, and links, and share its link with whoever you want. Visitors can view your list and reserve gifts by providing their contact information. You receive notifications about reservations.
Do I need to pay to use MyWishlist?
No! Creating your account, building as many lists as you want and receiving gifts is free, and always will be. Some extra features are optional and you can unlock them from your dashboard.
Do I need to create an account to use it?
Yes, to create and manage your lists you need to create a free account. But to view shared lists and make reservations, no account is necessary - anyone with the link can access it.
Is it safe to share my list link?
Yes, it's completely safe! Your personal information (email, password) is never displayed to visitors. Anyone who accesses your list only sees the gifts, their descriptions, and quantities. Contact details from guests who make reservations are only visible to you.
Can I sign in with my Google or Apple account?
Yes! In addition to traditional email and password registration, you can sign in using your Google or Apple account for greater convenience.
Is MyWishlist available in other languages?
Yes! MyWishlist is available in 3 languages: Portuguese, English, and Spanish. The language is automatically detected by your browser, but you can change it at any time.
Does MyWishlist have a mobile app?
Yes! We have a free app for iOS and Android where you create and manage your lists, follow reservations and attendance confirmations, and get a notification on your phone when someone reserves a gift. Download it on the App Store (https://apps.apple.com/app/id6764400612) or on Google Play (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=co.mywishlist.app).

Creating and Editing Lists

How do I create my first gift list?
After logging in, click "Create gift list" in the admin dashboard. Choose a name for your list, add a description and, if you wish, a cover image. Then just save and start adding gifts! Each list automatically gets a link with your name and the list name for you to share.
Can I create more than one list?
Yes! You can create as many lists as you want. This is perfect for organizing different occasions: one list for your birthday, another for your wedding, another for your baby shower, and so on. Each list gets its own link, generated automatically.
How do I customize my list with images and descriptions?
When creating or editing a list, you can add a profile image and a cover image that represent the occasion. You can also write a custom description that supports formatting, allowing you to leave a special message or explain details about the event.
How do I edit or delete an existing list?
In your admin dashboard, you'll see all your lists. Click on the list you want to modify to access the editing options. To delete, just use the delete button - but be careful: this action cannot be undone and all gifts and reservations will be lost.
Can I edit gifts after creating the list?
Yes! You can edit, add, or remove gifts at any time. If a gift has already been reserved, you can still edit it, but we recommend not removing it to avoid confusion. All changes are reflected immediately on the shared link.
What customizations can I make to my list?
You can change the whole look of the page: template, colors, font, your photos, and the event details. Some of these depend on your list plan. Everything to make your list truly yours!
What are anonymous gifts?
It's an option in the list settings that hides the names of people who reserved or gifted. When enabled, notifications to the list owner about who gifted are also disabled. Ideal for events like Secret Santa!

Managing Gifts

How do I add gifts to my list?
Inside the list editing page, click "Add gift". Paste the product link and we bring in the name, price, and image for you from stores like Amazon, Shopee, and Mercado Livre. If you prefer, fill everything in by hand: item name, photo, description, store link, and the desired quantity.
Does MyWishlist suggest gifts for my list?
Yes! We show you the most popular gifts from other lists of the same type to inspire you. If you're creating a baby shower list, for example, see which nursery items are most requested. For wedding lists, discover the most wished-for appliances. It's a quick way to build a complete list without having to search dozens of websites.
How do I find gift ideas for my list?
It's easy to find gift ideas on MyWishlist: 1. When creating a new list, you'll see popular gift suggestions for your chosen event type 2. For existing lists, use the "Choose ready-made gifts" button on the list management page 3. Add items to your list with 1 click. We show the most added gifts from lists similar to yours, so you know they're items that really work!
Can I add store links for the gifts?
Yes! Each gift can have a link to the product page. This makes it much easier for those who are going to give the gift - just click the link and they'll be directed straight to the store where they can buy the item.
How do I reorder gifts in my list?
On the list management page, you can drag and drop gifts to reorganize them in the order you prefer. This allows you to highlight the most important items at the top or organize them by category.
Can I set quantities for each gift?
Yes! When adding a gift, you can specify the desired quantity. This is useful for items you want in multiple units (like wine glasses, towels, etc.). The system shows how many have already been reserved and how many are still available.
Can I remove gifts that have already been received?
Yes! On the "Received gifts" screen you can remove a reservation, and the gift becomes available on your list again. If you only want the gift off your page, without deleting anything, just turn it off on the gifts screen. The one exception is when someone contributed money: then the reservation cannot be removed.

Sharing and URLs

How do I share my list with other people?
Each list has a unique link with your name and the list name (for example: app.mywishlist.co/john/wedding). Just copy and share this link on WhatsApp, email, social media or any way you prefer. Your list dashboard also has a QR code you can print on the invitation or show at the party. Anyone with the link can view your list.
What does my list's link look like?
Each list gets a unique link with your name and the list name (for example: app.mywishlist.co/john/wedding), built when you create the list. You do not need to set up anything: just copy and share it. The link is easy to read, send, and open.
Are lists public or private?
By default, all lists are public, but only to those who have the link. They don't appear in search engines or in a public gallery. In other words, only people with whom you share the link will be able to see your list.

Gift Reservations

How do people reserve gifts from my list?
When accessing your list, visitors see all available gifts. To reserve, just click the "I want to gift" button on the desired item, fill in name and email (required) and phone (optional), and confirm. The system automatically updates the available quantity.
Will I know who reserved each gift?
Yes! In your admin dashboard, you can see which gifts have been reserved and the contact details of who made the reservation (if the person provided this information). This way you can thank them later or get in touch if necessary.
Can the person who reserved cancel the reservation?
Yes. The confirmation email the guest receives when reserving includes a link to cancel the reservation. Once cancelled, the gift becomes available again on the list and you (the owner) are notified by email. You can also cancel any reservation from your admin dashboard.
Do my guests need to buy through the site?
No! Your guests reserve the gift on MyWishlist and buy it wherever they prefer. The link you add is just a suggestion. The system records the reservations to avoid duplicate gifts.
Will I be notified when someone reserves a gift?
Yes! You receive an email notification whenever someone reserves a gift from your list. Additionally, you can track all reservations in real-time on your admin dashboard, where you'll see the name and contact info of who made the reservation.
Where can I see and moderate guest messages?
Inside your list, in the "Guest messages" block. The guest is the one who decides whether to publish, ticking the option when leaving the message, so it goes straight to your wall. There you can hide or delete anything you would rather not keep. Messages the guest chose not to publish are visible to you only, and messages left with a money contribution show up once the payment is confirmed.

Attendance Confirmation

What is attendance confirmation and what are the modes?
Attendance confirmation tells you who is coming to your event. There are two ways and you pick one. "On the reservation screen": the guest confirms while reserving a gift or contributing, and tells you how many adults, children and babies are coming. "Guest list": your list gets a confirmation page of its own, and the guest searches for their own name there, with no gift needed. You can also leave it off.
How do I turn on attendance confirmation?
Open the list on your dashboard, go to "Guest list" and pick the mode in the "Attendance confirmation" block. It is a per-list setting, so each event can have its own. The "Guest list" mode is available depending on your list plan.
How do I build the guest list?
Guests are organized in groups or families, because people who live together usually get a single invitation; a guest on their own becomes a group of one. You can add group by group, with the WhatsApp number for the invitation, or paste your whole list of names at once, one invitation per line. Each person is an adult, a child or a baby, and for each group you decide how many extra companions are allowed.
How do my guests confirm their attendance?
Through the list confirmation link, with no account and no password. The guest types their own name, picks the result and sees the whole invitation, marking "going" or "not going" for each person in the group. Then they fill in extra companions, if the group is allowed any, dietary notes, a message for you and, if they want, an email and a phone number. Whoever got the group's personal link lands straight on the form, with no name search.
How do I send the invitations?
Each group has an invite button that opens your own WhatsApp with the message and the personal link ready to go. After that you can mark it as sent, send it again or undo the mark, and a bar shows how many invitations have gone out. You can also copy the general confirmation link and send it however you like. The invitations always go out from you: we never send anything to your guests automatically.
Can a guest change their answer later?
Yes, with the group's personal link. Guests who left an email when confirming get that link in the confirmation email. It cannot be done through the name search: a group that already answered cannot answer again, so nobody overwrites another family's reply.
Can I set a deadline for confirmations?
Yes. Pick a deadline date in the settings block. After that date nobody can confirm or change an answer, and the invitation leaves your list page.
Where do I track the attendance confirmations?
In "Guest list", inside your list. You see how many people confirmed, who has not answered yet, and the dietary notes and message each group left. You can also change someone's answer by hand, talk to your guests on WhatsApp, and export everything to a spreadsheet. You get an email and an app notification on the first answer from each group. Once you build the guest list, the summary comes from it and does not add up the confirmations made on the reservation screen.

Privacy and Security

Is my personal data secure?
Yes! We use encryption and follow security best practices. Your data is stored securely and never shared with third parties. We comply with LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law).
Who can see my list?
Only people who have your list's link can view it. Your lists are not indexed in search engines and don't appear publicly on the site. You have full control over who you share the links with.
How do I delete my account and my data?
You can delete your account at any time from the "My profile" page, using the "Delete account" button at the bottom of the page. To confirm, you will need to enter your email. When you delete, all your data, lists, gifts, and reservations will be permanently removed. This action is irreversible.
Can I control which notifications I receive?
Yes! In your account settings there are two switches: one for the email alerts about reservations and contributions, and another for the emails with news and tips from MyWishlist.

Specific Use Cases

What occasions can I use MyWishlist for?
MyWishlist is perfect for any occasion: birthdays, weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, anniversaries, graduations, Christmas, Secret Santa, baby registries, school supply lists, and much more. If you need to organize gifts, MyWishlist can help!
Can I use MyWishlist for corporate events?
Yes! Although focused on personal events, MyWishlist can also be used for corporate events such as company parties, client gifts, office supply lists, and other business needs.

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