Virtual Christmas card via email is definitely the best way to connect with people who are not into WhatsApp messages, are neat with their inbox, or just like to keep things professional. If it is done properly, it is definitely a nice gesture and not at all like a promo mail.
This guide provides you with the finest subject lines, neat email formats, copy-paste templates, plus a cool optional feature: converting your greeting into an AR Christmas surprise with the help of MessageAR.
Table of Contents
- When Email Is Better Than WhatsApp
- Choose Your Format (Video, Link Card, or Both)
- Best Christmas Email Subject Lines (Copy-Paste)
- Email Templates (Personal, Professional, Client)
- How to Embed or Present Your Video the Right Way
- Make It Feel Personal (Without Writing a Novel)
- Upgrade: Send an AR Greeting With MessageAR
- Fixes: Spam, Broken Links, No Opens
- What to Read Next
When Email is Better than WhatsApp
- Email should be used when you communicate with colleagues, clients, teachers, or professional contacts.
- If you want the message to be easily accessible later, then you should use email.
- If a person is not opening random WhatsApp links, then you should send the message to him by email.
- If you want a neat “card-like” experience, then email would be a better option.
Email can also save you from the problem that sometimes happens in WhatsApp, whereby videos are compressed. you from the problem that sometimes happens in WhatsApp, whereby videos are compressed.
Choose Your Format (Video, Link Card, or Both)
Option 1: Link Card (Best for clean experience)
Best for: almost everyone
Why: one click, works on all devices, can be reopened and shared
Option 2: Short Video Attached (Fast and direct)
Best for: close contacts
Downside: large attachments can cause spam filters to be triggered or get your message clipped
Option 3: Video + Link (Premium feel)
Best for: family and VIP clients
Why: they get to see your face right away and still have an option to open the “full card” link
Simple rule: If you’re not sure, send a link and remain tidy.
Best Christmas Email Subject Lines (Copy-Paste)
Pick one based on the relationship:
Warm + personal
“Just a Christmas note for you 🎄”
“Christmas wishes, [Name] (30 seconds)”
“Created this just for you, [Name]”
Clean + professional
“Season’s greetings, [Name]”
“Happy Holidays — thank you”
“Wishing you a joyous Christmas”
For clients (friendly but not salesy)
“Thank you for the year + Happy Holidays”
“A little holiday message from [Your Name/Company]”
“Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and 2026”
Tip: When your email is short, putting “30 seconds” in the subject line really helps people to open the email because it gives the impression that it’s quick and easy to read.
Email Templates (Personal, Professional, Client)
Template 1: Personal (friends/family)
Hi [Name],
Merry Christmas 🎄 I thought it would be more nice and personal if I send you a video and that’s why I just recorded a quick video for you instead of sending a boring text.
Here it is: [LINK]
Hopefully, 2026 will bring you peace, health, and a lot of nice surprises.
Love,
[Your Name]
Template 2: Professional (colleagues/teachers)
Hi [Name],
I wish you Merry Christmas and an excellent start to the year 2026. I recorded a short greeting for you here: [LINK]
Thanks a lot for your help this year.
With best wishes,
[Your Name]
Template 3: Client (simple + classy)
Hi [Name],
What a pleasure it is to wish you Happy Holidays! Thank you for your trust and support this year.
Here is a very brief holiday greeting from me to you: [LINK]
I wish you a great Christmas and a prosperous 2026.
Best,
[Your Name]
[Company] | [Phone/Website if needed]
Template 4: Ultra minimal (max opens)
Hi [Name],
Merry Christmas 🎄 I just could think
How to Embed or Present Your Video the Right Way
In fact, the majority of email clients are not capable of playing videos that are embedded directly in the email.
Best practice (recommended)
Instead of embedding the video directly in the email, use a thumbnail image that visually represents the content of the video and links to the video/card page where the video is actually stored.
If you put the link to the video right below the thumbnail, it will still work if images are not loaded by the email client.
Example layout:
- 1–2 lines of text
- Thumbnail (clickable)
- Link
- Signature
Make It Personal (Without Penning Your Life Story)
Simply adding a single personal sentence will do. That is sufficient.
Examples:
- “I still recall the time when you assisted me with [thing]—thank you once more.”
- “I hope that your holiday will be restful this time.”
- “You were definitely one of the brightest spots of my year.”
Basically, this is the thing that prevents your email from seeming like a mass forward.
Upgrade: Send an AR Greeting With MessageAR
If you want your email card to feel like a “mini gift,” AR is the strongest differentiator.
MessageAR flow (simple)
- Pick a Christmas template
- Record 15–30 seconds video/voice
- Add name + one line overlay
- Generate a shareable link/QR
- Paste the link into your email using Template 2 or 3
If you want, you can view this as an AR holiday greeting here: [LINK]
Fixes: Spam, Broken Links, No Opens
If your email lands in spam/promotions
- Keep subject lines simple (avoid “FREE”, “SALE”, excessive emojis)
- Keep the email under ~120 words
- Use one clean link (not 4 different URLs)
If links look suspicious
- Add context: “This is from me—just a short greeting.”
- Use a clean, readable link (or button)
If they don’t open
Send one gentle follow-up after 1–2 days:
- “Just checking you saw my Christmas card—hope it opened fine.”
What to Read Next
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