What the Tech: App of the day, Giftster

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) - Gift cards have become the go-to solution for those who struggle to find the perfect present. However, a surprising number of these cards go unused.

If you’re tired of the gift card rut and want to give presents that truly delight, smartphone apps can help.

There are dozens of Wish List, Gift List, and Shopping apps in the app stores. Gifster is one of the best-reviewed in the category and, it’s been around for over ten years.

While convenient, gift cards often lack a personal touch.

Studies show that a significant percentage of recipients never redeem them. Gifster offers a solution by making it easy to discover what your loved ones actually want.

Gifster simplifies the gift-giving process by allowing s to create personalized wishlists.

Within the app, you can specify your clothing sizes, hobbies, interests, and desired items. You can even add links directly from popular retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, and The Home Depot.

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s can add a description of the item, like “butcher knife”, or robot vacuum cleaner, and the app scans the web looking for the top products and deals.

The beauty of Gifster is that it’s collaborative. Family and friends can view each other’s wishlists, eliminating the guesswork and ensuring that gifts are truly appreciated.

The app also prevents duplicate purchases by removing items from the list once they’ve been purchased.

Gifster isn’t just for Christmas. It’s a year-round tool for birthdays, weddings, baby showers, and any other occasion where gift-giving is involved.

The app even s Secret Santa exchanges, adding a fun twist to your celebrations.

Gifster is available for free on iPhone, Android, and web browsers.

The app generates revenue through referral links, earning a commission when s purchase items through the provided links.

Additionally, you may encounter a few Google ads within the app.