Postcard Printing
Postcard Printing — Versatile, High-ROI Marketing
Postcards are a really useful and stylish way to market your company.
Postcards deliver strong return on investment. They work as bag stuffers, leave-behinds, mailers, drop-offs, or e-commerce inserts. We have extensive production experience with these versatile marketing materials.
Specifications
Postcard Printing Options
| Option | Details |
|---|---|
| Sizes | 4×6, 5×7, 5.5×8.5, 6×9, 6×11, custom |
| Paper Stock | 14pt – 16pt card stock (standard); 100# text for lighter inserts |
| Sides | Single-sided or double-sided |
| Color | Full-color CMYK, B&W, or one-sided color |
| Finishes | Gloss UV, matte, soft-touch, aqueous coating |
| Direct Mail | USPS standard and first-class mailer sizes available; mailing services on request |
| Quantity | 250 minimum — up to 500,000+ |
| Turnaround | 3–5 business days standard; rush available |
File Setup
File Requirements
Submitting Print-Ready Postcard Files
Preferred format Print-ready PDF with bleeds and crop marks
Color mode CMYK (convert all images; no RGB)
Resolution 300 DPI minimum
Bleed 0.125" (1/8") on all sides
Safe zone Keep text/logos 0.125" inside trim
Direct mail USPS indicia placement and address block — we can advise on compliance
Also accepted InDesign (.indd), Illustrator (.ai), Photoshop (.psd)
Questions
Postcard Printing FAQ
Can you handle postcard mailing as well as printing?
Yes. We can print and mail postcards locally, nationally, or internationally. Our team advises on USPS size and weight requirements, indicia placement, and address list preparation for direct mail campaigns.
Can postcards be inserted into e-commerce orders or kits?
Yes — this is one of the most common uses. Postcards printed at our facility go directly to warehouse inventory and are inserted into outbound orders as bag stuffers, coupon cards, or product inserts at the time of fulfillment.
What postcard size qualifies for standard USPS postcard rates?
USPS standard postcard size is 3.5×5 minimum to 4.25×6 maximum, with a thickness of 0.007"–0.016". Our 4×6 postcard is the most popular size for direct mail at the lowest postage rate.
How fast can you turn postcards around?
Standard turnaround is 3–5 business days from approved file. Rush production is available — contact us with your deadline when requesting a quote.
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