You know what’s wild? Postcards still work.
Even in a world of cluttered inboxes, push notifications constantly going off, Slack pings, and at least one text thread you forgot to answer last week—an old-fashioned postcard still finds a way to be seen. Touched. Read. Maybe even pinned to the fridge.
We send a lot of mail here, and let me tell you: business postcards punch way above their weight.
This is especially true when you’re not just sending them to say hi—you’re using them to remind, alert, warn, or get someone’s attention fast, especially from a business perspective.
Let’s break this down.
Why send postcards in the first place?
Because they skip the envelope. That’s it. That’s the post.
(Just kidding—but also kind of not.)
Okay, here it is. When someone pulls a postcard out of their mailbox, your message is right there. No extra steps, no tearing it open, no wondering if it’s junk. Whether it’s a reminder for an HOA meeting, a past-due notice, or a friendly “Hey, don’t forget,” a postcard is the fastest way to get seen.
And bonus: they’re usually cheaper than full letters, which adds up if you’re sending hundreds (or thousands).
Ok, so what’s the catch?
Honestly? The only catch used to be that you had to design them, print them, cut them, stamp them, and then physically go to the Post Office to send them. Or you had to pay to have someone else do the first part to then have them send the postcards to you, and then again, you still have to go to the Post Office to send them off.
But we built not one but two postcard options that solve all that—so you can literally upload a file, pick your postcard, and let us do the heavy lifting. (Like, within 24–48 hours kind of fast.)
What are the two postcard options?
Glad you asked. They’ve got very official names: Express and PRO.
Here’s the simplest way to think about them:
📨 Express Postcard
- Size: 4.25″ x 5.5″
- Image on one side
- Black-and-white or color
- Printed on 80# white paper
- Quarter-inch white margin
- Simple, fast, gets the job done
- Great for reminders, updates, or “hey, you missed a payment” types of messages
- Mailed First-Class
Think of this one as your reliable little workhorse. No fuss, just results.
Learn more about Express Postcards here: High Quality Postcards | Full Bleed Color | Easy To Use – LetterStream
📣 PRO Postcard
- Size: 5.5″ x 8.5″
- Full-color, full-bleed on both sides
- Bigger, bolder, and much more “look at me”
- Printed on 120# premium paper
- Best for announcements, events, or anything visual you want to pop
- Mailed First-Class
This one? This is your show pony. It’s got stage presence.
Learn more about Pro Postcards here: High Quality Postcards | Full Bleed Color | Easy To Use – LetterStream
But how hard is it to actually send one?
Here’s the magic:
It takes less time than it does to complain about your postage meter.
You just:
- Upload your PDF (front/back or just one side)
- Upload your addresses
- Pick Express or PRO
- Hit send
That’s it. No minimums. No templates to wrestle with. No Post Office runs. We’ll even show you a real-time proof online before you approve it.
Let LetterStream send your postcards for you
You’ve got enough to do. If you need to get a clear, important message in front of someone—fast—skip the envelope and go with a postcard. And even better, skip doing it all yourself!
If you’ve got a message to send, we’ve got a postcard for it. Click here to create a free account and start sending your postcards instantly.
(And yes, you really can send one right now. We’re ready when you are.)
LetterStream offers bulk printing and mailing services, allowing companies to send physical mail online. Whether it’s online Certified Mail, First-Class Mail, FedEx 2Day, or postcards, we give both small businesses and large corporations that time and freedom back to work on tasks that better serve the company. If you’re interested in creating a free account, you can do so here.
