Frequently asked questions

We believe in fairness, freedom, and a stress-free experience for both couples and their guests. Marriage Gift List is designed to be flexible, transparent, and genuinely helpful without limitations you'll find elsewhere.

Here's what sets us apart:

1. Transparent Pricing: Your guests pay the exact price shown by the retailer with no markups.
2. Unlimited Choice: Add any product from any online store. Just copy and paste the web address, it's that simple.
3. Free to Use: Creating and managing your list is completely free. No subscriptions, no hosting fees, no nonsense.
4. Get Your Gifts Sooner: Other gift lists often delay delivery until long after your wedding. With us, guests can ship gifts directly to your home or bring them on the day.
5. No Commitment Up Front: You can start building your list without even signing up. Try it out, add a few gifts, and save your list when you're ready.

With Marriage Gift List, everything is designed around simplicity and trust so you can focus on the fun part. Start your list today and enjoy the freedom to choose exactly what you want.

Ready to create your dream gift list? Here's how Marriage Gift List makes it easy...

1. Add any gift you like: Found something online? Just copy and paste the link into our gift grabber, it works with any store. Add as many gifts as you like.
2. Personalise your list: Add gift photos, messages for guests, and even cash gifts like honeymoon funds or future plans. Make it feel uniquely yours.
3. Share with your guests: Send your list via email, WhatsApp, or however you like. Guests can browse and choose gifts easily, no login required.
4. Guests buy the gift directly: When a guest selects a gift, they're sent straight to the store to purchase it securely.
5. They mark it as purchased: After checkout, guests return to your list to tick the gift as 'bought', helping avoid duplicates.

As for delivery: Guests have the flexibility to choose your preferred method:

1. Ship gifts directly to you: Add your address to your gift list.
2. Bring gifts to the wedding: Perfect if you prefer to receive them on the day.

For Traditional Gifts (Items from Retailers):

Creating and managing your list with physical items is completely free. There are no subscriptions, no hosting fees, and importantly, your guests pay the exact price shown by the retailer.

For Cash Gifts (Honeymoon Funds, etc.):

A small 4% processing fee is deducted from each contribution. This fee is necessary to cover secure card processing (handled by Stripe) and the costs of running the platform.

Transparency in our pricing: The 4% cash gift fee is the *only* charge we impose. Unlike many other services, we do not charge subscription fees, hosting fees, or add markups to any of your physical gifts.

Yes! With cash gifts, your guests can contribute money towards things like your honeymoon, home deposit or any other experience or goal you choose. Create an account to get started with your fund setup.

You simply create a cash gift (like “Snorkelling Trip” or “New Kitchen”) and set an optional goal. Guests can then contribute any amount using their credit or debit card. The money goes directly into your bank account. No one has to buy the full gift, it's flexible, just like crowdfunding.

Yes, a small 4% fee is deducted from each contribution. This covers card processing (handled securely by Stripe) and the cost of running the platform.

When you first set up a cash gift, you'll be asked to securely connect your bank account. Once that's done, all contributions go straight to you, usually within 2–3 business days (up to 5 in some cases).

Absolutely. Guests can contribute any amount they like - there's no minimum or fixed amount. You can also leave your fund open-ended with no total goal.

Yes! You can add as many cash gifts as you like to your list. Name them anything you want: “Honeymoon Fund,” “New Garden Furniture,” or even “Champagne & Cake.”

This is optional. You can choose whether to show gift progress or totals on your list. Some couples like to keep this private, others love seeing the support roll in!

100%! All payments are securely processed by Stripe. We never see your card details, and your guests' payment information is never shared with us either.

Of course! Find the experience you would like and copy & paste the URL into the "Add gift" box.

Here are some popular websites for experience days:

1. virginexperiencedays.co.uk
2. redletterdays.co.uk
3. buyagift.co.uk

Alternatively, you can create a 'cash gift' named for the experience (e.g., 'Skydive Fund') and let guests contribute money, which is subject to the 4% processing fee.

Absolutely! Supporting a cause you care about is a wonderful way to celebrate.

Here's how you can easily add a charity donation option to your Marriage Gift List:

1. Copy & Paste the Charity Link: Locate the URL of your chosen charity's donation page.
2. Add it as a Gift: Simply paste the copied URL into the "Add Gift" box on your Marriage Gift List.

Please note... Marriage Gift List is not involved in handling the financial transaction and therefore no cash fund fees apply.

Yes! Whether it's your dream honeymoon, a home project, or something unique to you, you can create a cash gift that multiple guests can contribute towards. There's no minimum or fixed amount, guests can give whatever they feel comfortable with. Note: All cash fund contributions incur a 4% processing fee, which can be covered by the couple, the guests or split.

It's a simple, flexible way to make big things possible together. Find out how to create a cash gift here.

If the guest that purchased the gift card does not send it to you, you will need to contact them directly. Check the thank you manager to see who has purchased the gift card.

Please note... Marriage Gift List serves as a platform for creating and managing gift lists, and we don't have access to the physical gift cards or their redemption details.

In the unlikely event that this happens, we suggest you ask one of the guests to return the gift to the retailer and select a different gift from your list.

To avoid unwanted duplicate gifts - guests need to make sure they return to Marriage Gift List after purchasing the gift to mark their purchase as complete. We make this very clear.

Your gift list is simple to use, but we suggest adding one of your details as the "Helpful contact". This way, guests know who to reach out to if they need a hand with purchasing a gift.

Absolutely! You can keep it a surprise! Head to the notications page and toggle your email notifications to "NO".

You can use the "thank you manager" to keep track of which guests you have sent your thank-you cards to. See what gift(s) they have bought you and read any messages they have left.

Take note of their address and click the checkbox when you have sent your thank you.

Look for this icon on your gifts - () you can click and drag this to move your gifts to any position.

You will not be able to do this on your mobile or tablet.

You can ask your guests to either bring your gifts to the big day or have them delivered to an address.

If you have any problems regarding the delivery of a specific gift, you will need to contact the guest that purchased the gift (find out who marked the gift as purchased in the "Thank you manager"). They would need to contact the original retailer directly. We'd love to help but the transaction is between those two parties exclusively, so we are unable to intervene.

We understand the concern if some gifts haven't arrived yet. Here's how you can navigate this situation:

Check the Thank You Manager: This feature within Marriage Gift List allows you to see who marked the gift as purchased.

Contact the guest: While Marriage Gift List doesn't directly handle purchases, we recommend politely reaching out to the guest who marked the gift. They might have additional information or insights.

The guest should be able to share the estimated delivery timeframe or any tracking information they received.

As facilitators Marriage Gift List provides a platform for creating and managing gift lists, connecting you with your guests.

We emphasise that the purchase agreement solely lies between the guest and the retailer. Marriage Gift List is not involved in the financial transaction or directly responsible for individual gift deliveries.

We do our best to grab all the information required, but sometimes we can't get everything. So if the title or price is empty you can fill it in. If the image of the product is missing you can upload it.

We continuously strive to improve our technology to capture as much information as possible when you add gifts.

Marriage Gift List makes it simple to keep track of your gifts:

1. View Purchased Gifts: In your member area, click on "Edit List". This displays a clear overview of all the gifts on your list, highlighting which ones have been marked as "Purchased".
2. See Who Purchased Each Gift: If you'd like to see who purchased a specific gift, head over to the "Thank You Manager". Here, you can click on each guest's name to view the gift they chose for you.

We would hate to see you go! But yes, you can delete your account at any time.

Before you decide:

Marriage Gift List offers the option to hide your list from guests using the switch in the members' area. This allows you to keep your list accessible but prevents others from viewing it.

Deleting Your Account:

1. Log in: Access your Marriage Gift List account.
2. Got to Settings Locate the "Settings" section within your account dashboard.
3. Scroll Down: Navigate to the bottom of the settings page.
4. Delete Account: You'll find a clear link labeled "Delete Account." Click on this link to initiate the account deletion process.

It's important to note... Deleting your account is permanent. All associated data, including your gift list and guest information, will be removed.

Your wedding gift list will not expire, but you can choose to delete it and close it permanently. This will, of course, mean that guests cannot access it at all.

To make a wedding gift list in the UK you simply need to sign up to your wedding registry and start building your list.

There are a number of different UK options for your wedding gift list, often referred to as a wedding registry. We think we're the best wedding registry around because we're free, we're experienced and we're really easy to use.

A wedding registry is a type of gift registry, or gift list. You can find gift registries that are set up for different reasons, but a wedding is almost certainly the most popular one.

There are a few names you'll find, such as bridal registry, wedding registry, wedding fit list and marriage gift list. They all provide you with the same service, which is a customisable list of gifts you'd like to receive on the big day. In the case of Marriage Gift List, it's totally free and we don't add anything extra onto the prices of the gifts.

No, these are the same types of service. It's really just down to preference in terms of how a gift list service refers to itself. We often use the term gift list at Marriage Gift List (it is in the name, after all), but we are also a bridal registry and a wedding registry.

A honeymoon fund is a modern alternative to traditional wedding gifts. Instead of giving physical items, guests can contribute money towards your dream trip or experience.

With Marriage Gift List, it's easy to add a custom cash gift (like “Honeymoon in Bali” or “Snorkelling Adventure”) to your list. Guests can securely contribute any amount online using their credit or debit card. Please note: Cash contributions are subject to a 4% processing fee, which can be covered by the couple, the guests or split. The final funds go straight into your bank account.

It's safe, simple, and saves everyone from stuffing envelopes with notes on the big day.

Yes, Marriage Gift List is a free-to-use UK-based gift registry service. It is specifically designed for wedding gifts and wedding registries, so you wouldn't use Marriage Gift List for a baby gift registry (you can however use our sister site Baby Gift list for that).

UK-based wedding registries work in the same way as ones in other countries. A couple choose their bridal registry service, hopefully Marriage Gift List, and then build their list. In our case it's free to do this, with no charges added onto the prices of the gifts, and once the couple is ready they can share the list ID with friends and family.

Wedding registry websites are very easy to use. You simply start a list, find a gift you like, and then copy and paste its web address to get it added. Sneak in that weird garden ornament that only one of you likes, or add the dishwasher you 100% need. What you get is really up to you (and then your guests, of course).

A wedding gift registry works in the same way as a wedding gift list. You select a gift registry service, create an account, build your customised list and then share it with your guests.

They are often free, but the stores available can vary depending on the service you choose. Marriage Gift List does not limit the stores you can use, whereas others can steer you towards gifts that pay them commission. Our wedding registry is designed to be a free, flexible and fun service first and foremost!

This is really down to the couple and their preferences. Some people don't mind what they receive and enjoy the surprise, even when they unwrap a bizarre photo of a slipper. Others, however, prefer to know that they're getting gifts they'll love. Wedding gift registries remain a very popular choice in the UK for couples looking forward to getting hitched!

A wedding gift list may also be called a bridal registry, wedding registry or marriage gift list. They all offer the same type of service, which is a way to choose the gifts you receive on your wedding day.

There is no limit, so you can add a gift from any online store.

Marriage Gift List doesn't restrict you when you make your list, and that's what makes us different from many other UK wedding registry services. They may focus entirely on ones that pay commission, whereas we want you to add whatever you like!

You'll browse the couple's gift list here, but you'll be purchasing directly from the retailers' websites.

1. Find the gift you want to buy on the couple's list.
2. Click the gift and carefully read any instructions or delivery requirements.
3. Click "Visit Retailer & Purchase Gift" to be directed to the retailer's website.
4. Add the gift to your basket and proceed to checkout on the retailer's website.
5. Make sure to use the delivery information provided by the couple and complete your purchase on the retailer's website.

Here's the important part… Once you've purchased the gift on the retailer's website, return to the couple's gift list. A confirmation box will appear where you can mark the gift as purchased by completing the form.

Didn't see the purchase confirmation popup? No worries! You can still mark your gift as purchased.

1. Find the gift you bought on the list and click on it again
2. Below the 'Visit retailer & purchase gift' button, you'll see a link for 'Mark as purchased.'
3. Complete the short form to confirm your purchase.

Marriage Gift List lets couples create a wishlist with gifts from any online store, so we don't sell the items ourselves.

When you choose a gift, you'll be taken directly to the retailer's website to complete your purchase securely. In some cases, we use an affiliate link, which means the retailer may thank us with a small commission (at no extra cost to you).

For cash gifts, you'll be taken to a secure payment page where you can contribute using your credit or debit card. It's fast, safe, and the money goes straight to the couple's bank account.

The shipping address will appear at the top of the couple's gift list and in the pop-up of your chosen gift. Simply copy and paste the address when you go through the checkout process on the retailer site.

If you plan to give your gift in person, then ship the gift to your own address instead.

We understand your concern! While Marriage Gift List connects you to retailers, we don't handle the purchase or delivery of the gifts themselves.

Important to note: Your purchase agreement is directly with the retailer you buy the gift from. We are unable to intervene in disputes regarding the delivery or quality of the gifts.

If you haven't received your gift yet, we recommend contacting the retailer directly. They will be able to assist you with tracking your purchase and answer any questions you may have.

We currently offer contributions towards a cash fund to help the couple celebrate their new life together.

Looking to contribute towards a specific physical gift? While this option isn't available directly yet, we encourage you to reach out to other guests to inquire about splitting the cost.

If you decide to coordinate with another guest, one of you can simply mark the desired gift as purchased on the registry to avoid duplicates.

To keep it simple you would want to add all of your items to the same shopping cart, so you can go through the checkout process once (which may save on shipping costs).

Here are the steps to take:

1. Find your gifts: Browse the gift list and choose the items you want from the same store.
2. Proceed to retailer: Click on the first item and proceed to the retailer's website. Add it to your shopping cart but don't check out just yet.
3. Mark as purchased: Return to Marriage Gift List and confirm your purchase by clicking "Yes, I have paid." Fill out the form and let the couple know.
4. Repeat for other items: Select the next gift from the same store on the gift list. Go back to the retailer's website and add it to your cart. You'll likely see your previous item there too.
5. Check out: Once you've added everything, you can make the payment on the retailer's website.
6. Avoid duplicates: If you forgot to mark any of the products as purchased you can click on the gift and click on "Mark as purchased".

We understand that issues with your purchase can be frustrating. While Marriage Gift List cannot directly assist with these matters, we can guide you in the right direction.

Marriage Gift List functions as a gift registry platform. We connect you with the retailers where the couple has registered their gifts. However, we are not involved in the purchase or fulfillment process.

For any inquiries or concerns regarding the gift you purchased, please contact the retailer directly. Their customer service team is equipped to handle issues related to delivery delays, damaged items, returns, or exchanges.

Retailer prices can occasionally change. This means the price you see on the gift list might not always match the current price on the retailer's website.

The retailer's website will always display the most up-to-date price. Unfortunately, Marriage Gift List cannot automatically update prices due to constant fluctuations.

Here's what you can do:

1. Proceed with the purchase based on the price listed on the retailer's website.
2. If you'd like to inform the couple about the price difference, you can contact them.

Absolutely! Here's how easy it is to send a cash gift through the couple's list:

1. Select the cash gift you'd like to contribute to (like their honeymoon or new home fund).
2. Fill in a short form with your name and message, so the couple knows who to thank.
3. Enter the amount you'd like to give and securely complete your payment using your credit or debit card.

That's it! Your contribution goes straight to the couple's bank account, and your thoughtful message will be included on their gift list.

Here's How Marriage Gift List Makes Gifting Easier:

1. Couples create their dream gift list: We provide a platform for couples to gather desired gifts from various online stores, creating a centralised registry.
2. Guests can easily find and purchase gifts: You can browse the couple's gift list, find the perfect item, and be directed to the retailer's website to complete your purchase securely.
3. Wide selection of stores: Couples can add gifts from almost any online store, giving you a diverse range of options to choose from.
4. Free and transparent service: There are no hidden fees for using Marriage Gift List, neither for couples nor for guests.