Question 1

How much should you give at a wedding wishing well?

Accepted Answer

There's no fixed rule, but here's a general guide based on your relationship to the couple:

• Close family (parents, siblings): $200–$500+
• Extended family (aunts, uncles, cousins): $150–$250
• Close friends: $100–$200
• Work colleagues or acquaintances: $50–$100
• Couples attending together often give a combined gift

A good rule of thumb is to consider what you'd spend on a physical gift and card — most people find that's around $100–$200. WishWelly makes it easy with suggested amounts ($50 / $100 / $200) so you don't have to overthink it.

Question 2

How much cash do you put in a wedding wishing well?

Accepted Answer

The same guidelines apply whether you're giving cash in an envelope or through a digital wishing well. The average Australian wedding gift is around $150. Give what feels comfortable for your budget and your relationship to the couple — there's no wrong amount.

Question 3

Is it rude to give less than $100 at a wedding?

Accepted Answer

Not at all. Any gift is appreciated. Couples set up a wishing well because they value your presence and generosity at any level. A heartfelt video message with a $50 gift means more than a $200 transfer with no personal touch.

Question 4

Do you give more if you're attending as a couple?

Accepted Answer

It's common for couples to give a combined gift that's slightly more than a single guest would give. For example, if you'd give $100 individually, $200 as a couple is typical.

Question 5

How much to give at a baby shower wishing well?

Accepted Answer

Baby shower gifts tend to be smaller than wedding gifts. $50–$80 is typical depending on your relationship. Close friends and family may give more. What matters most is the thought — a video message with parenting advice or well-wishes is something they'll treasure.

Question 6

How much to give if you can't attend the wedding?

Accepted Answer

It's still thoughtful to send a gift even if you can't make it. There's no obligation to match what you'd give in person — $50–$100 with a personal video message is a lovely gesture. With WishWelly, you can send your gift and record a message from anywhere.

Question 7

What is WishWelly?

Accepted Answer

WishWelly is a digital wishing well that replaces traditional gift cards and envelopes at events. Hosts create an event page with a QR code, guests scan it and send a monetary gift with a personal message, video, or photo — all in one place.

Question 8

Why use WishWelly?

Accepted Answer

For hosts:

• Set up your event in minutes — no envelopes, no cash handling, no chasing thank-you cards
• Every gift comes with a personal written message, video, or photo you can keep forever
• Track all gifts in one dashboard — know exactly who sent what
• Send thank-you messages to all your guests with one click

For guests:

• No more trips to the ATM or card shop — gift from your phone in 30 seconds
• Pay with credit or debit card and earn your reward points on every gift
• Leave a heartfelt video message, photo, or written note alongside your gift
• No account needed — just scan the QR code and you're done

Question 9

How does it work for guests?

Accepted Answer

Scan the QR code or open the event link, fill in your name, write a message (or record a video/take a photo), choose your gift amount, and pay securely via Stripe. The host receives your gift and message instantly.

Question 10

How does it work for hosts?

Accepted Answer

Sign up, create an event, and share your QR code or link with guests. Connect your Stripe account to receive payments directly to your bank. View all gifts, messages, videos, and photos in your dashboard.

Question 11

Is my payment secure?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. All payments are processed by Stripe, a globally trusted payment platform. WishWelly never sees or stores your card details.

Question 12

What payment methods are accepted?

Accepted Answer

Credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Link by Stripe. All major card networks are supported including Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.

Question 13

Does WishWelly take a fee?

Accepted Answer

A small platform fee applies to help keep WishWelly running. Standard payment processing fees also apply. Full details are shown before you complete your gift.

Question 14

Can I send a message with my gift?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You can write a personal message, record a video message, or take a photo to send alongside your gift. You can even combine a written message with a video or photo.

Question 15

Can I send a video or photo message?

Accepted Answer

Yes. On the message step, you can record a video (up to 60 seconds), take a photo using your camera, or upload a file from your device. The host can view and download all media from their dashboard.

Question 16

How does the host receive the money?

Accepted Answer

Hosts connect their own Stripe account during setup. Guest payments go directly to the host's bank account — WishWelly never holds the funds.

Question 17

When will I receive my money?

Accepted Answer

Payouts are automatic — once your Stripe account is connected, funds from guest gifts are deposited into your bank account within 2 business days. We recommend connecting your Stripe account as early as possible so everything is ready before your event.

Question 18

Can I get my money faster?

Accepted Answer

Standard payouts arrive within 2 business days. Instant payouts (money in your bank within minutes) will be available soon as an optional feature for a small additional fee.

Question 19

Do I need an account to send a gift?

Accepted Answer

No. Guests can send gifts without creating an account. Only hosts need to sign up to create events and manage their dashboard.

Question 20

Can guests send gifts from overseas?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Guests can pay from anywhere in the world using their credit or debit card. All gifts are processed in Australian dollars (AUD). Your bank may apply a small foreign transaction fee.

Question 21

What if I need to contact support?

Accepted Answer

Email us at info.wishwelly@gmail.com and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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