Although a digital Valentine card might not ever be a true replacement for the traditional printed version, an ecard is faster, easier, and a lot more fun to share. It’s also typically less expensive, and the choices are endless. Check out the list of sites below for some of the best.

Someecards

As one of the most popular ecard producers on the web, Someecards is bound to brighten your special someone’s day. The graphics are super simple, but that’s part of this highly recognizable style. Anyone who loves blunt, off-color humor will appreciate an ecard from Someecards.

  • Large selection.

  • Very witty cards.

  • Limited variety.

  • Cartoonish designs.

JibJab

Several years ago, JibJab was trending as a fun tool that allowed you to paste photos of your face onto dancing Christmas elves for a ridiculously entertaining personalized video. Now, JibJab has dancing characters of the Valentine variety, too. These are fun if you want something different from the typical Valentine ecard, and there are lots to choose from.

  • Unique choices.

  • Includes video cards.

  • Goofy humor.

  • Some cards aren’t tasteful.

  • Registration required.

  • Credit card required.

123Greetings

Need to send a sentimental ecard instead? 123Greetings has a ton of sappy, affectionate, lovey-dovey ecards, similar to the printed ones typically available at greeting card stores. They’re a great choice if your Valentine is an old-school romantic.

  • Large selection of customizable cards.

  • Shareable to social media.

  • Animated ecards.

  • Limited variety.

  • Limited support.

  • Somewhat outdated designs.

Hallmark

The iconic printed greeting card seller also makes high-quality video ecards—no more poring over items in a crowded aisle or waiting in line at a checkout. Hallmark even allows you to personalize ecards with different fonts—the closest thing to a signature in an ecard. While the offerings don’t have any specifically Valentine’s Day cards, the site does include both a Love & Relationships selection and a “make-your-own” section that you can work with.

  • Large variety of easy-to-personalize cards.

  • Well-designed video cards.

  • Registration required.

  • A credit card is required.

  • No Valentine’s Day-specific offerings

Lucidpress

Lucidpress is a free and powerful tool that gives you templates to work with for creating and personalizing your own Valentine ecards. It’s a great option if you want to get creative with customizing your ecard so that it looks just right. You also have the option to create printable cards if that’s more your style.

  • Register with email or Google.

  • High-quality editor.

  • Professional templates.

  • Free options are limited.

  • Minimal Valentine’s templates.

  • No ready-to-send options.

American Greetings

As one of the largest retail producers of hard-copy greeting cards, American Greetings offers a large selection of free virtual ecards on their website. Whether you want your ecard to be romantic, funny, or heartfelt, you’ll find just the right one for your sweetheart, kids, family, friends, or anyone special.

  • Well-designed video cards.

  • Some very funny cards.

  • Large selection.

  • Registration required.

  • Free and premium collections combined.

  • Free trial requires a credit card.

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