Affordable custom postcards for every kind of message.
- Print postcards for as low as 1c each
- High-quality printing with every order
- Matte, gloss, or high-gloss coating on both sides
- Add perforation for special coupons & discounts
- Send to a targeted list via direct mail services
Tailor Every Detail in Your Message With Postcard Printing
Find the best features you need to create an impactful and unforgettable postcard. Whether you’re designing a printed postcard to promote a special sale or to greet someone on a holiday, you can print your message on premium cardstock and highlight the important details in glamorous coating. Discover which options will best suit the story you want to tell.
Make a Memorable Impression With Sturdy Cardstock
The weight and feel of your custom postcards will determine a customer’s first impression of your brand. It’s crucial to have your big announcement or upcoming sale printed on thick and durable cardstock.
Add a Protective and Elegant Coating on Your Custom Postcards
Our coatings enhance your custom postcard with every standout finish. The protective quality of each coating keeps the design good as new.
- Gloss allows each color to pop and protects a design from damage in the mail.
- Matte offers a quiet but impressive finish with its elegant, easy-to-read surface.
- High gloss UV gives the most stunning shine and brightest print on every color. It is abrasion-resistant and the most durable in multiple handlings.
Choose among the laminations under 16 pt. cardstock for a luxurious finish and additional protection:
- Silk recreates its namesake’s texture and adds water-resistance to the surface.
- Soft touch offers a super smooth surface resistant to fingerprints and smudges.
- Gloss antibacterial has a high gloss finish that protects against bacteria and other surface germs. It’s also water-resistant and adds durability to the cardstock.
More Finishing Options
How to Create Your Custom Postcard Online
Indicate your specifications on the online calculator. Choose a size, cardstock, and finish that will elevate the importance of your message.
Select “Design Online” at the bottom of the online calculator. This will bring you to a blank canvas where you can create the design from scratch.
Have a print ready design? Go to “Upload Now” and you can send it directly to our site. Our preferred formats are PDF, JPEG or JPG, PSD, PUB, or TIFF.
Want to save on sending postcards via EDDM®? Check out our available EDDM® postcards for messages sent to a specific mailing list.
Custom Postcards Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard size for mailing postcards?
- First-Class mail postcard: min. 5" wide x 3.5" tall, max 6" wide x 4.25" tall.
- Standard Letter Rate & First-Class letter rate: 4.25" tall min. 5" wide x 3.5" tall, max 11.5" wide x 6.125” tall.
Can I write on the back of the postcard?
Yes, you can write on the other side if your paper stock is 14 pt. uncoated or 17 pt. cardstock uncoated.
What resolution should my files be?
Your custom postcard file should be at least 300 dpi. This resolution ensures that all images and text come out in the best printed quality. Anything lower and you’ll have a pixelated postcard.
Is there a minimum order quantity for the direct mail to be available for my order?
Yes, you need to order at least 500 postcards for the “Mailing Services” option to show on our online calculator.
Which is the most durable postcard paper and coating for mailing?
- 16 pt. cardstock is the thickest in terms of paper weight and the most protective for its coating.
- 14 pt. cardstock high gloss is recommended for its ability to withstand multiple handling and resist damage on both sides.
- 14 pt. cardstock high-gloss UV front, uncoated back is suitable for companies that sell travel postcards and require a writable side.
Is shipping and mailing included in the printing turnaround time for postcards?
Our printing turnaround time for postcards refers to the number of days it will take to produce the order. Choose to have your postcard printed as fast as the same day or in 1 business day. It does not include shipping transit time or direct mail processing time. All turnaround times are based on business days and exclude national holidays.
