Free Secret Santa Generator for Families and Groups
Instantly draw names for your Secret Santa, without duplicate picks, cheating, or confusion.
- Set up a Secret Santa in under 60 seconds
- Perfect for families, friends, offices, and classrooms
- Automatic name assignments sent privately to each person
How the SantaMixer Secret Santa Generator Works
- Create an event and add all participants' names and emails.
- Set your rules — like who can't be matched (spouses, siblings, etc.).
- Click "Mix Names" and SantaMixer automatically assigns each person a Secret Santa.
- Each person gets their assignment privately, so no one sees the full list except you (if you choose).
No more drawing slips of paper, sending messy group texts, or accidentally picking yourself.
Why Use an Online Secret Santa Name Picker?
No Duplicate Picks
SantaMixer checks every assignment so nobody draws themselves or the same person twice.
Works for Families and Offices
Run a Secret Santa for your family, your workplace, your friend group, or multiple groups at once.
Supports Exclusion Rules
Keep spouses, roommates, or direct reports from drawing each other to avoid awkward pairings.
Instant Name Mixing
Once everyone is added, you can generate a complete Secret Santa list with one click.
Email Notifications
Participants get a private email with their match so they don't have to log in to see who they drew.
Gift Ideas Included
Use our Amazon gift ideas page to quickly find a present in your chosen budget range.
Ready to Draw Names for Secret Santa?
Set up your event in under a minute. You can reuse SantaMixer every year for your family or group.
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Once you've mixed the names, use our curated Amazon gift ideas to find the perfect present in your budget. From under-$10 office gifts to cozy blankets, coffee mugs, and party games, we've grouped popular options that work for families, coworkers, teens, and more.
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Is SantaMixer really free to use?
Yes. SantaMixer is completely free to use for families, friends, classrooms, and offices. You don't have to pay anything to create events or mix names. We earn a small commission when people use our optional Amazon gift ideas links.
Can people cheat and see other assignments?
No. Each participant only sees their own Secret Santa assignment. The organizer can optionally view the master list, but regular participants can't see the full mapping.
Can I stop spouses or siblings from drawing each other?
Yes. When you create an event, you can add "exclusion rules" so certain people are never matched together (like spouses, roommates, or direct managers). SantaMixer respects these rules when mixing names.
Do participants need to create an account?
No. The organizer sets up the event and adds emails, then we send each person their assignment privately. Participants simply receive their assignment — no account required.
Can I reuse SantaMixer every year?
Yes. You can save your admin link and create new events each holiday season with just a few clicks. Many families use SantaMixer year after year.