How to make your card
- Choose a design: Confetti, Balloons, Gold & navy, Minimal or Kids.
- Personalise it: their name, age, your message and who it's from. Add a photo to place it in a circle at the top.
- Pick the size for where you'll send it.
- Download and send it in a chat, post it, or print it.
Birthday message ideas
- For a friend: "Here's to another year of terrible jokes and great memories. Happy birthday!"
- For family: "Thank you for always being there. Wishing you the happiest birthday and the best year yet."
- For a partner: "Every year with you is my favourite. Happy birthday, my love."
- For a colleague: "Happy birthday! Wishing you a fantastic day and a great year ahead."
- For a milestone: "Thirty looks good on you! Here's to the best decade yet."
- For a child: "Happy birthday, superstar! Have the most amazing day."
Sizes explained
- Square (1080 × 1080): best for WhatsApp, Instagram posts and Facebook.
- Story (1080 × 1920): fills the screen in Instagram, WhatsApp and Facebook stories.
- Printable 5 × 7 inches (1500 × 2100): prints sharply at 300 DPI on standard photo paper.
Printing tips
For a physical card, download the printable size and print it on glossy or matte photo paper at "actual size". Most high-street and online photo services accept the PNG directly.
Want something more interactive?
The Wish Maker creates a personalised greeting page with animated confetti and a shareable link: a fun way to surprise someone on WhatsApp.
Private by design
The card is drawn in your browser. Names, messages and photos are never uploaded.
Ideas for a memorable card
- Use a recent photo of the two of you, or a funny childhood picture.
- Mention a shared memory in the message, not just "Happy birthday".
- Keep the main greeting short so it reads well on a phone screen, and put the longer message underneath.
- Send it at the right moment: first thing in the morning on the day feels most personal.
Frequently asked questions
How do I make a birthday card with a name online?
Pick a design, type the name and your message, and download the card as an image.
Can I add a photo to the birthday card?
Yes. Upload a photo and it appears in a circle at the top of the card.
What size is best for WhatsApp?
Square (1080 × 1080) works best in chats; use Story size for WhatsApp Status.
Can I print the card?
Yes. Choose Printable 5 × 7 in, which prints sharply on standard photo paper.
Is there a watermark?
No. Cards download without any watermark.
Last updated October 2026 · More social media & greetings