Online employee appreciation cards

Send a virtual recognition to your colleague

Choose a free appreciation ecard that celebrates effort, teamwork, or milestones — and send a free, personalized thank-you in seconds.

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Recognition fuels belonging

Employees with a high sense of belonging are 6x more engaged and 9x more committed to their job.

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Your guide to appreciation cards

What are appreciation cards

What are employee appreciation cards?

Employee appreciation cards are free, digital thank-yous that make recognition effortless. Quick to send, easy to personalize, and built for every kind of team.

How to send

How do you send an appreciation card?

Choose a virtual appreciation card that fits the moment, add your message, and hit send — it's that simple. Personalize them to make recognitions feel authentic and memorable.

The impact of manager recognition

When appreciation is made easy — like a quick ecard from a manager — employees are:

19x

More likely to trust their leadership

16.5x

More likely to recommend their company to others

11.7x

More likely to feel like they belong at their company

Frequently asked questions

Why should you send an online employee appreciation card?
Sending a free online employee appreciation card is one of the simplest ways to show employees they're valued — and that recognition has real impact. According to the 2025 State of Employee Recognition Report, 91% of employees say they'd put in more effort if they felt valued, and those recognized weekly are 2.6x more likely to feel productive and 6x more likely to see a long-term career with their company. Frequent, meaningful appreciation — even a quick ecard — builds trust, boosts engagement, and strengthens culture.
Can I personalize the employee appreciation ecard?
Yes, you can create a personalized card. Choose from core themes and designs, then add your own message to highlight the impact your employee or colleague has made. Whether it's a quick thank-you or a milestone moment, personalization makes recognition more meaningful and memorable.
What do you say in an employee appreciation card?
Your message should reflect the moment — and the person. Whether they lent their expertise to a project, went above and beyond for a customer, or you just want to send them a thoughtful thank-you message, make it personal. Every free ecard includes space for a custom message so you can recognize the specific impact they've made.
Why should I use online appreciation cards instead of physical ones?
We recommend online appreciation cards rather than physical ones because they're built for today's flexible, distributed workplaces. They're easy to send instantly to anyone — whether they're on-site, remote, or in the field — making recognition more inclusive and consistent. Plus, ecards often include features like scheduling, personalization, and team signatures, adding a thoughtful touch that paper cards can't match.
Are online appreciation cards effective for employee engagement?
Online appreciation cards can be very effective in driving employee engagement. According to the Engagement and Retention Report, only 25% of employees feel appreciated or engaged at work — but when recognition is meaningful, employees are 56x more likely to feel connected to company values and 41x more likely to feel connected to their manager. A simple ecard can spark that connection — helping people feel valued, motivated, and part of something bigger.
Is the employee's personal information secure?
Yes, employee information is always secure within the Achievers platform — including when sending virtual ecards. Our enterprise-grade platform adheres to the highest global security and privacy standards. We're fully compliant with GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, and LGPD, and maintain ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type 2 certifications. Plus, all data is encrypted to ensure every interaction — from recognition to rewards — stays safe and protected.
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