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The money pot you need for a successful event

Create one for free, then let everyone contribute using their preferred payment method.

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Since 2015, millions of money pots have been organised with Lydia, with no unpleasant surprises for participants.

Simple for everyone

Publish, share, and track your money pot with the Lydia mobile app.

Your loved ones don't need to create an account or download an app to contribute. They will have a wide choice of payment options, including debit and credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and even bank transfers.

No hidden fees

Everything participants give is credited to your money pot. Participants will not be charged any fees or asked to make a donation.
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When withdrawing the collected funds, contributions made using Lydia apps carry no service fees. The same applies if you choose an Amazon.fr gift card. In all other cases, a 4% fee will apply.

Beware of other "free" money pots

Some free online money pot services request a "tip" from your loved ones when they contribute. Automatically added, it can reach up to 30% of the amount. Some customers complain that they weren't paying attention and ended up with a money pot that cost them dearly...
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With Lydia, the rules are clear and without surprises: free collection, contributions without commission or donation requests, fee-free withdrawals for contributions made through the Lydia app or via Amazon.fr gift card, and 4% on the rest.

How to make your money pot a success
‍in 4 steps

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Create a Lydia money pot here

Simple, fast and effective: choose a great cover image and write an engaging description.

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Share it via messaging

Send the link to your money pot page to as many of your loved ones as possible. And print the poster with the QR code to boost contributions on the day of the in-person event.

3

Track contributions in the app

Each new contribution is credited to your money pot, instantly and fee-free. If progress is slow, remember to send a quick reminder to your contacts.

4

Withdraw the funds to the account of your choice

When you're ready to use the funds, you can transfer them to a bank account or purchase an Amazon.fr gift card, using all or part of the balance.

A money pot
‍for every occasion

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Birthday

For a birthday with friends, family, or at the office, a Lydia money pot is the simplest way to organise a group gift: create it in seconds, share the link, and everyone contributes in two clicks. Your money pot is ready to go.

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Wedding / civil partnership

Whether for a wedding, civil partnership (PACS), or engagement, a Lydia money pot is a simple, modern way for your loved ones to contribute to your project (honeymoon, trip, romantic weekend, etc.). Share the link in advance or on the big day via QR code.

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Farewell party / retirement

When a colleague changes teams, leaves the company or retires, a Lydia money pot makes it easy to pool contributions from colleagues, even remotely, to fund a group gift or gift card. In a professional setting, simply share the link on Slack, Microsoft Teams, or via internal email.

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New baby / baptism

For a birth or baptism, a Lydia money pot simplifies group organisation: share the link before the event, then display a QR code to scan on the day itself. Set a target (gift, pushchair, photo session, keepsake…), and everyone contributes in two clicks using their preferred payment method.

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Holidays / weekend getaway

With a Lydia money pot, there's no need to pay upfront fo accommodation, transport, motoring expenses, groceries or chase people for repayments. Create the money pot, set the amount, and share the link: everyone pays their share before heading off.

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Night out / party

Restaurants, bowling, escape games, festivals… as soon as there's a group, splitting the bill gets tedious fast. With a Lydia money pot, set the amount per person, share the link, and everyone pays their share in two clicks. Also ideal for recurring outings.

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Frequently asked question

Do you need to create an account to contribute to an online money pot?

No. With Lydia money pots, you can contribute directly using a debit or credit card, or by bank transfer, even without a Lydia account. This allows all guests to easily contribute to a money pot for a birthday, wedding, birth, or farewell party.

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Can you contribute anonymously to an online money pot?

Yes. The contributors' names are known only to the organiser. No participant can see who else has contributed. It's ideal for maintaining privacy while participating in a group gift. All participants can see is the total amount collected, provided the organiser allows it.

What are the fees for an online money pot, and who pays them?

Participants never pay any fees: everything they contribute goes straight to the money pot. Fees may apply only when the organiser withdraws the funds, ranging between 0% and 4%.

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How long does it take to receive funds from an online money pot?

The money contributors add to a Lydia money pot is available instantly in the organiser's app. They can then use the funds immediately by making a bank transfer or purchasing an Amazon.fr gift card.

How do you share an online money pot with friends, family, or colleagues?

Each Lydia money pot has a unique share link. You can easily send it via WhatsApp, SMS, Instagram, Messenger, or email to invite your loved ones to contribute in just a few seconds. All they need to do is open it on a computer or smartphone to participate.

How much should you give for a birthday, wedding, birth or farewell money pot?

The amount depends mostly on your relationship with the person and the type of event. For a birthday or farewell money pot, contributions usually range between €10 and €30. For a wedding or the arrival of a new baby, amounts can be higher depending on how close you are to the organisers and, above all, to the recipient of the money pot. Anyone wishing to give a larger amount can do so in several separate payments.

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