How to Send a Digital Scratch Card Gift (Step-by-Step)
TL;DR
Create a digital scratch card gift on Revelix in 5 steps: sign up free, choose Scratch & Reveal, add your gift content, pick a theme, and share the magic link. Recipients scratch to reveal on any browser — no app needed.
Digital scratch cards are the most universally beloved gift reveal — everyone understands the mechanic, the anticipation is instant, and the satisfaction of scratching to reveal something special never gets old. Here's exactly how to create and send one using Revelix.
What Makes a Digital Scratch Card Special?
Unlike a static digital card or message, a scratch card creates a physical interaction. The recipient uses their finger (on mobile) or mouse (on desktop) to scratch away the surface layer, revealing your message or gift beneath. The act of scratching itself creates engagement — they're doing something, not just reading something. That active participation makes the reveal feel earned and memorable.
Step 1 — Create a Free Revelix Account
Head to revelix.fun and sign up using your Google account or email address. The free plan lets you create 3 scratch card gifts per month with no credit card required. If you need unlimited gifts or want to add Reaction Capture (a video of their face when they scratch), the Plus plan is £6/month.
Step 2 — Choose Scratch & Reveal
From your dashboard, click 'New Gift'. You'll see a grid of 18 reveal methods. Select 'Scratch & Reveal'. The scratch card builder will open.
Step 3 — Add Your Gift Content
This is what appears when your recipient finishes scratching. Your options:
- A personal message (text only — heartfelt, funny, or mysterious)
- A photo or image (a holiday destination reveal, a concert ticket, a baby scan)
- A link to a real-world gift (Amazon order, Airbnb booking, event tickets)
- A combination of message + image
💡 Tip: Write a teaser message above the scratch area to build anticipation. Something like 'Scratch to find out where we're going next month...' makes the scratching feel even more exciting.
Step 4 — Choose a Scratch Theme
The scratch layer (the surface they scratch away) comes in 10 themed patterns. Choose from:
- Birthday — confetti and celebration patterns
- Love — hearts and roses for anniversaries or Valentine's Day
- Christmas — snowflakes and festive patterns
- Minimal — a clean, premium look for any occasion
- Party — bright and energetic for celebrations
- And 5 more seasonal and occasion-specific themes
Step 5 — Share the Magic Link
Once created, Revelix generates a unique magic link for your gift. Share it via:
- WhatsApp, iMessage, or SMS — just paste the link
- Email — copy-paste or use Revelix's built-in email delivery
- QR code — download and print it, or display it on a card
- Social media — great for public celebrations
Your recipient opens the link in any browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox — on any device. No app install required. The scratch experience loads in under a second and works perfectly on both mobile and desktop.
Tips for Extra-Special Scratch Cards
- Layer the mystery: Don't reveal everything in the scratch card. Use it to reveal a clue, not the full gift — then deliver the rest separately.
- Time it perfectly: Send the link with a message like 'Open at midnight' for birthday surprises.
- Use Reaction Capture: Enable this (Plus plan) to capture a selfie video of them scratching — their face lighting up is the real gift.
- Personalise the URL: Share with a message like 'Something I've been planning for months...' to build hype before they even open it.
- Pair with a physical gift: Use the scratch card to reveal a physical gift that's arriving separately — it extends the excitement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the recipient need to install an app?
No. Revelix gift experiences are entirely web-based. Recipients open the magic link in any modern browser on any device. The scratch card experience loads instantly.
How long does the gift link last?
On the free plan, gift links are active for 30 days. On Plus and Business plans, links never expire.
Can I send a scratch card internationally?
Yes. Because it's a web link, it works anywhere in the world — no postage, no customs, instant delivery. Perfect for long-distance relationships and international families.