Let the internet deliver these never-too-late gift ideas

It may be too late for Christmas shopping, but you can still give the gift of an e-gift card or subscription.

So if you missed out on the big holiday, here are some thoughtful or helpful gift subscriptions you can buy that can be delivered electronically. These are powerful gifts that can be given all year round.

If you think about it, you are really helping the planet by not driving from one store to another. you are a good person.

Netflix

What is that: I’m sure everyone knows that Netflix is ​​the most popular streaming service with over 213 million subscribers. It is possible to purchase a Netflix Gift Card for a new or existing Netflix subscriber. You can buy them online and have the gift digitally delivered via email to the recipient.

Netflix has a huge selection of movies and TV shows, including many original series.

For whom is this: Besides my mom, most people I know already have a Netflix subscription. It is easy for the recipient to redeem the gift card online and the card amount will be applied to their Netflix account.

how much does it cost: Gift cards start at $25, but they can be as large as you like. Amazon has the largest number of categories.

Where can I get it: Amazon.com, Bestbuy.com, Target.com

1 password

What is that: 1Password is a password manager that can help you fill in your login and password information on websites and apps.

You can choose to create your own passwords, or you can let 1Password make really strong passwords for you.

The beauty of 1Password is that you can upload it to your Windows PC, Mac, iOS or Android phone or tablet and all your information is synced to a secure cloud account and synced with all your devices, so if you change your login on your PC With you, the new information will be ready to use on your phone as well.

For whom is this: I don’t know anyone who can remember all their different passwords.

how much does it cost: Starting at $2.99 ​​per month for a single user. The family package of five is $4.99 per month. There is a gift card link at the bottom of the home page.

Where can I get it: 1password.com

Malware bytes

What is that: Apple and Microsoft have really stepped up the antivirus game to the point where many IT professionals don’t recommend a third-party virus suite like they did five years ago.

But there is still the problem of malware, which happens to the best of us. Are you redirected to a different website when you type in a URL or go to a bookmark? This is malicious software. Sometimes you’ll click on a link that asks to install a browser extension.

These extensions can start showing ads you didn’t expect or change your default search engine. To fix these kinds of things, I like Malware Bytes.

For whom is this: This is for anyone who uses a PC (especially Windows).

how much does it cost: Malware Bytes has a subscription model that offers fixed protection for $1.99 per month for a single license. You can also download a free version that you can play only when you need it and then uninstall it.

Where can I get it: Malwarebytes.com

Spotify or Apple Music

What is that: I brought these two together because they are the largest music subscription services and provide similar music libraries and experiences.

Spotify has more subscribers, but Apple Music is popular with owners of Apple devices.

Unlike less expensive services like Pandora, these services allow users to play any song or album as is on demand, and even play it over and over again.

Both Spotify and Apple Music allow subscribers to download music to computers or mobile devices for offline listening.

These services are great for people who love new music, as new albums are added as they are released, which means you can have instant access to the day the song drops. There are apps available for most devices or computers.

For whom is this: Everyone loves music.

how much does it cost: Each costs about $10 per month for a single user. There are discounts for students or families.

Where can I get it: Spotify.com; Apple.com/music

audible

What is that: This is an Amazon-owned subscription service for audiobooks.

This is a little different from music subscription services. With Audible, there is a basic subscription that includes the Audible Plus collection, which contains thousands of books and podcasts.

On top of the basic subscription, you can upgrade to Premium Plus plans which include one or two premium titles per month that are not part of the Plus catalog.

The audiobooks can be downloaded to your Kindle, Kindle Fire, iPad, iPhone, tablet, Android phone, Windows PC, Mac, and more. Consult the Audible website for all supported devices.

The books will remain on your device for as long as you are subscribed.

For whom is this: For the readers on your list. We all know them.

how much does it cost: Catalog Plus is $7.99 a month. Premium Plus plans start at $14.99 per month.

Where can I get it: Audible.com

master class

What is that: Have you ever wished you could learn comedy from Steve Martin? How about learning to cook from Gordon Ramsay? Or if you’re like me, you can learn the art of smoking meat from Aaron Franklin, owner and manager of Franklin BBQ in Austin.

The Master Class offers video lessons from the best of the best in each class, including Neil deGrasse Tyson, former Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Ringo Starr, Yo-Yo Ma, Alice Waters, David Sedaris and a hundred others.

Each class contains about 20 video lessons, each of about 10 minutes duration.

You can access all the videos as long as you are subscribed.

For whom is this: Anyone thirsting for learning.

how much does it cost: Plans start at $15 per month (paid annually). Master Class offers one subscription, get one subscription for gift.

Where can I get it: Masterclass.com