What is a Digital Greeting Card?

Have you ever found yourself in the greeting card section at the store just before a major holiday? You will likely find yourself in a busy aisle jam-packed with people frantically searching for the best Valentine’s, Mother’s Day, or Father’s Day card. 

Chances are, you will spend a lot of time trying to decide if a funny anniversary card is better than a sentimental one. Then, once you choose a type, you will sift through the selection, looking for the best message to fit the situation. After you’ve decided, you will likely realize that the selection process took longer than anticipated (and that you’re running behind on the rest of your grocery run). 

It is times like this when digital greeting cards can make life a little more convenient. 

What is a digital greeting card?

A digital greeting card is an electronic version of a traditional greeting card found at a grocery store. A digital greeting card is used to celebrate anniversaries, birthdays, and holidays. They also can be used to show appreciation to employees, say farewell, and comfort someone who is ill. 

The two main differences between an ecard and a paper card are how they are sent and created. A digital greeting card is typically sent via email, social media, or other messaging services. However, many companies also provide the option to print. 

The second difference is how they are created. This type of card is created online using various design programs. Because they are made virtually, there is a vast selection of cards and styles. Need a group signature card? There is a card for that. Need a particular themed card? Chances are, there is a card for that. Need a birthday card with a dog background? There’s definitely a card for that.

Because the card is digital, it allows more people to create unique cards instead of a handful of companies making a generic product for a wider audience.

Types of digital greeting cards to celebrate milestones and moments include:

• Birthday card
• Sympathy card
• Happy birthday card
• Holiday card
• New year card
• Graduation card
• Valentines day card
• Baby shower card
• Group card

What are the benefits of a digital greeting card?

You have probably received and sent many greeting cards. They have been and are a great way to celebrate with others. So why should you use a digital greeting card when a paper card has worked this long?

The biggest reason is that a virtual card provides flexibility. You will have more card options, be able to send it in more ways, and even create something yourself while staying in the comfort of your home. The benefits include:

• Select the perfect card from the comfort of your couch
• Greater variety of cards
• Quicker delivery
• Messages can be longer due to more allotted space
• Easy to download and print
• Cost-effective
• Saves time
• Can be delivered anywhere at no cost
• Less likely to be lost

How to make a digital greeting card

If you want a unique design or wish to give the card a homemade feel, you can create your own digital card. There are many different design software that will help you design a card from scratch. These include:

• Canva
• Adobe Photoshop
• PrintMaster

If you still wish to have a homemade feel but do not have the time or desire to create a card from scratch, various companies provide templates to build from. One of these companies is Kudoboard.

Create a digital greeting card with kudoboard

Kudoboard is a digital greeting card designed to make creating and sending easy without compromising any personal feel. When you create a Kudoboard, you can personalize the board, add videos, GIFs, and pictures to your message, and easily invite contributors.

To create a Kudoboard, select “Create a Kudoboard,” pick the type of board you want, and begin creating and inviting contributors. Once the board is to your liking, select how you want it delivered. You can send your Kudoboard via email or link, as well as print as a poster or book. You can even attach a gift card for the recipient.

Whether you use a premade ecard or create your own, a digital greeting card can be the perfect way to conveniently celebrate significant events in your loved ones’ lives.