Make work more fun in Slack
Secret Friend for Slack
Everyone on your team gets a colleague to secretly brighten up with anonymous messages and small surprises, then the whole team guesses who was behind it at the big reveal.
Getting started
Set up Secret Friend in just a few clicks
Install the App
Click "Add to Slack" here or in Slack Marketplace and allow the requested permissions.
Open App Home
Hit 'How to Play' button at App Home to learn more and then hit 'Start Game' button!
Create Your Game
Name your event and get a dedicated channel that will be created automatically.
Invite and Begin
Add your team and start the game once everybody joins for the Secret Friend fun!
How to play Secret Friend in Slack
Building team bonds through fun, meaningful interactions
Step 1: Start the Game
Create your Secret Friend game in just a few clicks.
Pro Tip: Give your game a fun name that matches your team's personality!
Step 2: Get Your Match
Receive your secret friend and start the fun.
- Check your DM!
- Hide Your Identity
Step 3: The Big Reveal
At the grand finale, the big reveal happens! While you've been secretly bringing joy to your assigned friend, someone else has been doing the same for you. Your mission is twofold: make your Secret Friend's days brighter without revealing your identity, AND try to figure out who's been your own thoughtful guardian angel!
When the game ends, everyone attempts to guess who their Secret Friend was - leading to exciting revelations of all the anonymous acts of kindness. Will you guess correctly who's been spreading joy your way?
Let's see if you can guess correctly!
Step 4: Crown the Best
Vote and celebrate the Best Secret Friend!
- Best Secret Friend!
- Most Creative Ways!
Features
Everything you need for memorable team experiences
Anonymous Messaging
Send secret messages and hints that keep the mystery alive
Surprise Gifts
Share virtual or physical gifts with your secret friend
Best Friend Awards
Vote for the most creative and engaging Secret Friend
Just for Your Team
Keep your Secret Friend experience exclusive to your workspace members
Why teams love Secret Friend
Create lasting connections that go beyond daily work
Break the Ice
Help team members connect naturally through fun, low-pressure interactions.
Boost Team Spirit
Create shared experiences that bring remote and on-site teams closer.
Spread Joy
Foster a culture of appreciation through thoughtful gestures and surprises.
Build Trust
Strengthen relationships through meaningful anonymous interactions.
Inclusive Fun
Everyone can participate and connect, regardless of role or location.
Create Stories
Make memorable moments that become part of your team's culture.
See it in action
Watch how teams create memorable moments.
What teams say
Join hundreds of teams building stronger connections!
Secret Friend transformed our remote team culture! The daily surprises and thoughtful gestures created genuine connections we didn't think possible in a virtual setting.
Product LeadMobile App Analytics Tech Company The perfect mix of fun and meaningful interaction. We've learned so much about each other through the anonymous exchanges. It's become our favorite team tradition!
Growth ManagerAd Network Agency Amazing how such simple interactions can create such strong team bonds. Our office vibe has completely changed - there's more laughter, more connection, more fun!
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