Post Cards

We deliver expertly printed postcards with sharp detail and lasting quality. Make your message stand out and explore additional postcard printing solutions.

Post Cards

We deliver expertly printed postcards with sharp detail and lasting quality. Make your message stand out and explore additional postcard
printing solutions.

Post Cards

We deliver expertly printed postcards with sharp detail and lasting quality. Make your message stand out and explore additional postcard printing solutions.

Custom Postcard Printing | Marketing & Direct Mail Postcards

In direct mail and promotional marketing, postcards remain one of the most effective tools for reaching local homeowners, announcing grand openings, or re-engaging past clients. Because a postcard does not require opening an envelope, your message and imagery are viewed instantly upon pickup from the mailbox. At Printin Budget, we offer professional custom postcard printing designed to deliver your message with impact.

We combine crisp typography and high-resolution color printing with affordable marketing postcard printing to ensure your graphics stand out and your call to action stays easy to read. To help you select the ideal paper weight, size, and finish for your next direct mail or distribution campaign, review our product comparison guide below.

Standard Postcards

Folded Postcards

Spot UV Postcards

Raised Spot UV Postcards

Raised Foil Postcards

High-Quality Custom Postcard Printing for Direct Mail

Our printing workflow is optimized to handle bold color saturation and fine typography across every production run. Whether you are an independent realtor mailing a “Just Listed” card or a retail store launching a seasonal coupon campaign, we make it simple to configure your promotional postcards online with predictable turnaround times.

We use stiff, high-grade cardstocks that stand up to postal handling equipment without bending or fraying at the corners. This ensures your marketing collateral arrives in pristine condition while balancing your promotional budget effectively.

Print With Confidence

Free Shipping & Expert Design Support

Standard Postcard Sizes and USPS Mail Guidelines

Selecting the right dimensions ensures your mailers comply with postal requirements while providing enough space for your headline, graphics, address block, and postage stamp.

4″ × 6″ Postcards: A classic, economical postcard size that may qualify for USPS First-Class Mail postcard pricing when the finished piece also meets applicable thickness and other postal requirements. Ideal for coupons, reminders, and event announcements.
5″ × 7″ Postcards: A versatile, prominent layout that offers extra room for photo collages and detailed service lists while remaining easy to distribute.
6″ × 9″ Large Postcards: A high-impact size that commands attention in the mailbox. Ideal for real estate listings, contractor promotions, and healthcare announcements.
6.5″ × 9″ EDDM Postcards: A popular size for Every Door Direct Mail (EDDM) campaigns, providing generous space for offers, images, contact information, and calls to action. Final mailpieces must meet applicable USPS EDDM size, weight, thickness, and preparation requirements.

Compare Our Postcard Stocks and Finishes

Choosing the right finish depends on whether you plan to mail your postcards, distribute them by hand, or write a personalized note on the back.

Postcard Style	Material Thickness	Finish Style	Best Use Case
Standard Gloss	14pt or 16pt cardstock	High-shine protective UV or aqueous coating	High-volume direct mail drops, promotional handouts, and photo-heavy designs
Matte Postcards	14pt or 16pt cardstock	Non-reflective, glare-free smooth finish	Appointment reminders, surveys, and postcards meant to be written on with a pen
Silk Postcards	16pt heavy cardstock	Dull matte lamination with a soft, smooth feel	High-end real estate listings, corporate event invitations, and luxury brand inserts
Spot UV Postcards	16pt heavy cardstock	Glossy liquid polymer layered over matte stock	Highlighting business logos, bold headlines, or textured background patterns
Folded Postcards	14pt or 16pt cardstock	Creased center line, doubles your design space	Mini product catalogs, detailed event schedules, and complex promotional offers

Practical Write-On and Coated Backing Options

Depending on your distribution strategy, you may want a high-gloss protective coat on the front with an uncoated back for easy writing.

Gloss Front / Uncoated Back: Features a high-shine UV coating on the front to make photos pop, paired with an uncoated back panel that accepts ink from ballpoint pens and permanent markers without smudging.
Full Gloss Both Sides: Provides a durable, shiny protective coating on both sides, making the cardstock moisture-resistant for counter displays, bag inserts, and hand-to-hand distribution.
Full Matte Both Sides: Offers a smooth, non-glare texture across both panels, ideal for minimalist design aesthetics and professional correspondence.

Cost-Effective Wholesale Savings on Bulk Postcards

We provide scalable printing volumes to help real estate agents, local businesses, and organizations launch large-scale campaigns efficiently without dealing with high minimum-order requirements.

When you invest in bulk postcards for neighborhood mail drops, we use precise ink management systems to monitor consistency. We help maintain consistent brand colors across repeat orders so your promotional mailers match your custom presentation folders and business flyers seamlessly. Furthermore, your customized quotation clearly lists all included costs before production begins.

Simple Prepress Setup and Postal File Guidelines

Following standard commercial file rules ensures your graphics print sharply and your layout leaves clear space for address labels and postal barcodes.

300 DPI Resolution: Set all images, logos, and graphic assets to a minimum of 300 dots per inch to ensure your final prints stay sharp and unpixelated.
CMYK Color Format: Design all print-ready assets in CMYK color mode rather than digital RGB to ensure physical ink colors match your intended design.
USPS Postal Addressing & Barcode Clearance Zone: Maintain a 4.5" x 5/8" (0.625") clear area strictly for the barcode at the very bottom right. The address block itself must stay within 2-3/4" from the bottom and must be on the same side as the postage. No background patterns, dark colors, borders, or text can intersect this zone, or the piece will fail automation sorting.

How to Order Custom Postcards

Our ordering process is simple and straightforward, designed to eliminate delays caused by back-and-forth communication.

Share Your Requirements: Contact us through live chat, the quote request form, or email. Tell us your preferred postcard type, size, paper stock, finish, and order quantity.
Receive and Approve Your Quote: Our prepress specialists will review your specifications and provide a customized quotation.
Place Your Order Online: Once you approve the quote, we will send you the details needed to complete your order and payment securely online.
Approve Your Digital Proof: After your order is confirmed, our prepress team checks your layout postal margins and safety areas, then sends a digital proof. Printing begins only after you approve it.
Production and Delivery: Once the proof is approved, we print and ship your order free of charge anywhere in the United States.

Launch Your Custom Postcard Campaign Today

Ready to grow your local customer base or send high-impact invitations for your upcoming event? At Printin Budget, we are fully committed to delivering reliable turnarounds, clear pricing structures, and attentive customer support to keep your project moving forward.

Take advantage of our current promotion: enjoy 20% off plus free shipping on your first order with us! Click the button below to connect with a print specialist, check your artwork file requirements, or request a custom quote for your project.