Give the Gift of Writing #
Know someone who would love ILYS? Buy them a subscription. It’s a thoughtful gift for writers, journalers, or anyone who wants to explore their creativity.
How to Purchase a Gift #
- Visit the Gift page at ilys.com/gift
- Enter your name and email
- Enter the recipient’s name and email
- Choose a plan:
- Monthly — $11.11/month
- Annual — $111.10 for 12 months (best value)
- Complete payment
- The recipient receives an email invitation
What the Recipient Gets #
When you purchase a gift:
- They receive an email — With a redemption link and your name
- They create an account (or log in if they have one)
- The subscription activates — Full access to all ILYS features
- You get a confirmation — So you know it worked
The gift subscription starts when they redeem it, not when you buy it.
Gift Options #
| Plan | Price | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly | $11.11 | 1 month of access |
| Annual | $111.10 | 12 months of access |
Annual is the best value—they get 12 months for the price of 10.
Viewing Your Purchased Gifts #
If you’re logged in when you buy a gift, you can see your purchase history on the gift page:
- Recipient name and email
- Plan type (monthly or annual)
- Status (pending redemption, redeemed, etc.)
- Purchase date
Great Occasions for Gifting #
- Birthdays — For the writer in your life
- Holidays — A meaningful alternative to stuff
- Graduations — For the next chapter of their story
- Just because — Surprise someone who needs creative time
- Self-gift — Treat yourself (we won’t tell)
What If They Already Have an Account? #
No problem. If the recipient already has an ILYS account, the gift subscription either:
- Extends their existing subscription — Adds the gifted time
- Upgrades a free trial — Converts to a paid subscription
They won’t lose any existing work or settings.
Refunds and Issues #
If there’s a problem with a gift purchase:
- Before redemption — Contact us for a refund
- After redemption — The subscription is active, but we can help
Reach out to support if you need assistance.
Tips #
- Include a personal note in a separate message—the email is pretty standard
- Consider annual — More time to explore, better value
- Gift to aspiring writers — They might not buy it themselves, but they’ll love it
- Pair with writing prompts — Give them something to write about
The gift of creative expression. Not bad for $11.11.