Alternatives · Christmas 2026

Looking for a Deco My Tree alternative?

Service unavailable, forgotten passwords, a tree that won’t open on Christmas morning? Here’s what to look for in a tree-message app — and how My Tree compares.

Why people look for an alternative

Every December, searches for “deco my tree not working”, “service unavailable”, “login” and “password” climb fast. Tree-message apps get the busiest exactly when everyone wants them — and getting locked out of your tree right before Christmas is no fun.

If that sounds familiar, you don’t have to give up on the tradition. You just need an app that keeps things simple.

What to look for in a tree-message app

  • No account to lose. The fewer logins and passwords, the fewer ways to get locked out.
  • Friends can send from anywhere. Senders shouldn’t have to install anything.
  • Free to send. Nobody should have to pay to leave you a message.
  • Messages open on a clear date, so everyone knows when the big reveal happens.
  • Tools to stay safe: report, delete and block — and you should always know who sent a message.

My Tree at a glance

FeatureMy Tree
PriceFree
Your treeAny browser, nothing to download
Sending messagesAny browser — iPhone, Android or computer
AccountNone: no email, no password
Gifts61 illustrated gifts, all free to send
Message lengthUp to 500 characters
Sender namesYou always see who sent a message; senders choose whether other visitors see their name
Messages openDecember 25 (birthday trees on your birthday, Valentine’s trees on February 14)
SafetyReport, delete and block
Languages19, including English and Turkish

How to switch in two minutes

  1. Create your tree

    Go to decomytree.link/create-tree and create your tree — no sign-up form.

  2. Share your new link

    Swap the old link in your Instagram story or bio for your My Tree link, and post it in your group chats.

  3. Tell friends it’s browser-friendly

    Anyone can leave a message at decomytree.link/send-message with your tree code — even on an iPhone.

Other ways to deco a tree

Several other apps and websites offer their own version of the trend — search for “Deco My Tree” on the App Store or Google Play, or “Color My Tree” on the web. They each work a little differently, so check how sign-up, sending and opening work before you share your link.

Questions

Is My Tree the same as Deco My Tree?

No. My Tree is an independent service and isn’t affiliated with Deco My Tree or its developers. It works the same way as the trend: you create a tree, share a link and friends leave messages that open on Christmas.

Do I need to log in to My Tree?

No. There is no account, email or password. Your tree is saved in your browser, and your private link opens it anywhere.

Can my friends send messages without the app?

Yes. They open your link or enter your tree code at decomytree.link/send-message in any browser.

Is My Tree free?

Yes. Creating a tree, sharing it, receiving messages and sending gifts from the web are free. My Tree Pro is an optional upgrade.