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The wishlist that actually travels with you

Amazon lists, bookmarks, texts to yourself, screenshots — gift ideas scatter the moment you save them. Tote keeps everything in one place, organized by occasion, ready to share.

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How do you keep a gift wishlist usable across different stores?

Save links from different stores, come back later to compare them, mark the gifts that matter most, and share the shortlist when you're ready. Tote keeps the list usable after the moment you save it.

  1. Save gift ideas from any store as you browse
  2. Compare options and keep a shortlist moving in one place
  3. Share the list when family asks what to get

You spot a perfect gift in June and save it somewhere — a browser bookmark, a text to yourself, an Amazon list. By December, you can't find it. Meanwhile, your family is asking what you want, and you're texting links back and forth. Someone buys the same thing twice. Nobody has a clear picture of what's been covered.

From scattered links to a clear shortlist

Save from any store

Amazon, Etsy, small boutiques, brand sites — wherever you find the gift, it lands in the same list instead of disappearing into tabs or notes.

Keep the shortlist moving

Compare options side by side, mark favorites, and use selections when you want to signal “pick one of these” instead of leaving people guessing.

Share when it matters

Send the list to family or make it public when you're ready. Everyone sees the same shortlist, so duplicate gifts and back-and-forth messages drop off fast.

Try this setup

A simple gift list usually works best:

  • Create one collection for the occasion: “Holiday Wishlist 2026”, “Birthday Wishlist”, or “Registry Ideas”
  • Add slots only if they help the decision: “Big gifts”, “Under $50”, or one slot per recipient
  • Use selections to mark the gifts you actually want family to focus on

How it works

  1. Save gift ideas as you browse. Install the Chrome extension, then click to save any product page to a gift collection. Tote captures the name, image, price, and link automatically.
  2. Come back later to compare. Keep the shortlist in one place, refresh prices if needed, and mark the gifts that matter most.
  3. Share the decision, not the chaos. Send one link to family or friends so they can browse the same list without needing a Tote account.

Tip:Building a holiday list? Set a budget before you start saving. When the shortlist gets longer, you'll still know what is realistic to buy or ask for.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can others see my wishlist?

Only if you share it. Collections are private by default. You can share via invite link (recipients need a Tote account) or make the collection public (anyone with the link can view).

Can I share with people who don't have Tote?

Yes. Public collections can be viewed by anyone — no account required. Just send them the link.

How do I avoid duplicate gifts?

Share one collection with your family. Everyone can see what's on the list and coordinate who's buying what. Use selections to mark claimed items.

Can I use Tote as a gift registry?

Tote works well as a lightweight registry. Create a collection, add items from any store, and share the link. It's not a traditional registry with purchase tracking, but it gives everyone a single, up-to-date list to reference.

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