Founded in 1999, ZipSend is the first service that enables Internet users to enhance their online relationships by sending gifts without needing private contact information. With the proprietary ZipSend system, gifts can be sent and received using e-mail addresses, screen names, or chat aliases. Founded by a team of entrepreneurs and experts from the Internet gift and e-commerce sectors, ZipSend is a privately held company with major investments from top technology and e-commerce concerns.