Valentine’s Day is the time of year in which you show someone how much they mean to you, however, if you have already spent money buying them a luxurious gift, putting a price on love may start to seem like something worth considering.
Whether you are trying to save a couple of bucks or not spend money at all, there is no shame in sending your loved one a card via email. There are several free ways to tell that special someone you care for them and Valentine’s Day e-cards are the way to go.
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Check out these free sites and apps that allow you to send Valentine’s Day e-cards below.
JibJab is a free site where Valentine’s Day e-cards can be created. Photo: JibJab
JibJab: This free site is dedicated to bringing the funny into other’s lives. Find a picture of your face and one featuring your lover’s best smile and bring some laughter into their life with the “Can’t Get Enough of Your Love Babe” e-card. Celebrating with friends? Use the “Cake by the Ocean” e-card to make sure all of your buddies are a part of your holiday card. There’s also the option of downloading the app and creating a custom e-card to share with that special someone via email, text or on your favorite social network. Apple users who download the app have the option of sending romantic e-cards via iMessage
123Greeting Ecards: The free site offers a variety of e-cards including animated and video cards. For those having difficulty narrowing down their favorite card or simply do not know where to start, try looking at the “Most Popular” tab which gives you an idea of what is catching everyone else’s eye. By using the app, it takes up to four seconds to send an e-card to that special someone. You can schedule your e-card up to 60 days in advance to make sure you never miss a special day in someone’s life.
Blue Mountain: Send a Valentine’s Day e-card to everyone on your list with Blue Mountain. Whether you are looking for something super romantic or something adorable like a talking “Kissopotamus,” there is a card that those close to you will love.
Punchbowl: Customize you Valentine’s Day card, postage stamp and envelope with this free website. Send this special card from your heart to your friends, kids or significant other. Punchbowl allows you to easily create the perfect card by signing in through Facebook or using your email address to sign up for the site.
Bitmoji: This free app can be used to personalize an avatar representing yourself or that special someone in your life. Use the library’s extensive sticker collection to show your loved one just how much you care. Accessible through the Apple App Store and Google Play, Bitmoji can be used on iMessage, Snapchat and more.
Someecards: Add a little humor into this love-themed holiday by sending one of these funny e-cards to someone you love. Ranging from hilarious to naughty, you are sure to find something that will put a smile on your lover’s face. If you are short on time, download the Someecards app, however, the card collection is not as extensive as the website unless you upgrade to the paid version, which is 99 cents.
Consumers can save money by sending an e-card for Valentine’s Day. Papyrus stationary display of Valentines day cards are pictured at New York Fashion Week on Feb. 16, 2016 in New York City. Photo: Getty Images
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