A Back to School wishlist is a curated list of school supplies, tech, and essentials students or parents create to prepare for the new academic year. On GiftList, you can build a universal Back to School wishlist by adding items from ANY retailer, organizing them into categories like “School Supplies,” “Tech,” and “Clothing,” and sharing via a unique link so friends and family know exactly what to get. Learn more in our FAQ.

GiftList is the all-in-one Back to School solution:

• Universal list maker: Add from ANY retailer—big-box or boutique—by pasting a URL or searching our catalog of thousands of products (with live pricing & links).
• Cross-platform apps: Available on iOS (download) and Android (download) plus desktop with real-time sync.
• Curated school guides & Shop: Browse by category—like “Dorm Essentials” or “Art Supplies”—and explore trending items in our Shop.
• AI gift finder: Use Genie for personalized Back to School suggestions based on grade, major, or interests.
• Easy sharing & collaboration: Copy your unique list URL or invite classmates to edit together—just like a Google Doc.
• Reservation system: When someone buys from your list, that item is marked as “Purchased”—no duplicates.

Visit Create Your Back to School Wishlist, sign up for a free GiftList account, name your list (e.g., “8th Grade Supplies 2025”), then click “Add Item” to search our catalog or paste any product URL. Organize items by category and share your unique link when ready.

Yes—you must sign up for a free GiftList account to create and manage your wishlist. However, anyone with your unique link can view and reserve items without creating an account.

A comprehensive Back to School checklist often includes:

• School Supplies: Notebooks, pens, calculators.
• Tech: Laptop, USB drive, headphones.
• Clothing: Uniforms, backpacks, sneakers.
• Dorm Essentials: Bedding, storage bins, desk lamp.
• Health & Safety: Hand sanitizer, water bottle.

Paste a URL from ANY online retailer and GiftList will fetch its name, image, price, and link. Or use the “Add Item” search bar to find products in our multi-retailer catalog. You can also add items directly from our iOS/Android apps as you browse, or ask Genie for AI-powered suggestions.

Click the options menu on any item and select “Most Wanted.” That tag moves it to the top of your list so classmates and family can see your highest priorities first.

Click “Share” on your wishlist page to copy your unique URL, then send it via text, email, or social channels. Anyone with that link can view and reserve items.

Yes—invite friends or family by email or username to edit your wishlist together. Sharing works like a Google Doc: everyone can add, remove, or tag “Most Wanted” items in real time.

We recommend starting your Back to School wishlist at least 4–6 weeks before classes begin. This gives you time to track purchases, make updates, and share your list in our FAQ.

Absolutely. Under “My Lists,” create separate wishlists—like “Sophomore Year” or “Kindergarten Supplies”—and switch between them easily in your profile.

Genie uses advanced AI to analyze your criteria (grade level, major, budget) and returns a curated list of Back to School essentials with real-time pricing. Try it at giftlist.com/genie.

Our Shop features trending & popular Back to School items—filter by category, price, or brand to discover what’s in-demand for 2025.

GiftList’s free iOS & Android apps offer universal list-making, real-time sync, and collaborative editing—making it the top Back to School wishlist app for students and parents in 2025.

Download the GiftList app on iOS or Android to add items, track purchases, and collaborate on the go.

Choose “Public” (searchable by name/username and visible on your profile to anyone), “Friends” (searchable & viewable only by your GiftList friends—find them at Find Friends), or “Private” (not searchable or indexed by search engines). Control who can find and view your wishlist.

Yes—add, remove, or tag “Most Wanted” items at any time. Your shared link always shows the latest version, so there’s no need to re-share after updates.