What's a hello card used for?

It's for the simple moments a text doesn't quite cover — reconnecting with someone you've lost touch with, checking in on a friend, or just saying hi with a little more intention than a quick message.

What should I write if I haven't talked to someone in a while?

Acknowledge the gap honestly — something like "it's been too long, thinking of you" works better than pretending no time has passed. Keep expectations low; the goal is just to reopen the door.

How does the AI hello card maker work?

Type your message and describe a mood or scene, and the AI generates an original card around your words in seconds. It's a quick way to make a simple hello feel more considered.

Is it free to send a hello card?

Yes, hello cards are free to create and share on the website and in the iOS app, with a higher-resolution download available.

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Hello Cards for Saying Hi, Properly

A text says 'hey.' A hello card says you took a minute to actually make something — perfect for reconnecting or just checking in on someone.

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"Hey, how are you" is easy to send and just as easy to forget. A hello card takes the same simple sentiment and gives it a little more weight — it's the difference between a passing thought and something someone actually stops to look at.

Write whatever you'd normally text — a quick hello, a "been a while," a "saw this and thought of you" — and let the AI build a scene around it. It takes about the same effort as typing a text, but the result looks like you put real thought into it.

People use hello cards to reconnect with someone they've lost touch with, check in on a friend going through something quietly hard, or just say hi to someone they miss without needing a specific reason. It's one of the lowest-stakes, warmest cards you can send.

What to write on your hello card

Theme ideas the AI paints beautifully

Sunny window with a small plant

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Postcard-style illustration

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Hand-waving watercolor scene

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Cozy morning coffee table

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Retro greeting card style

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Simple pastel gradient

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Tips for the perfect card

Reference how long it's been if you're reconnecting — it shows you noticed the gap
Keep it low-pressure — a hello card works best without expecting a big response
Mention a shared memory if you're reaching out after a while
For checking in on someone, keep the tone gentle rather than upbeat

Your hello card in three steps

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Type the exact words you want on the card.

Describe a theme

A scene, a style, a mood — anything you can imagine.

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Hello card questions, answered

What's a hello card used for?: It's for the simple moments a text doesn't quite cover — reconnecting with someone you've lost touch with, checking in on a friend, or just saying hi with a little more intention than a quick message.
What should I write if I haven't talked to someone in a while?: Acknowledge the gap honestly — something like "it's been too long, thinking of you" works better than pretending no time has passed. Keep expectations low; the goal is just to reopen the door.
How does the AI hello card maker work?: Type your message and describe a mood or scene, and the AI generates an original card around your words in seconds. It's a quick way to make a simple hello feel more considered.
Is it free to send a hello card?: Yes, hello cards are free to create and share on the website and in the iOS app, with a higher-resolution download available.