Direct Mail Postcard Printing

Direct Mail Postcards are a powerful way to reach specific customers through USPS with full targeting control. You provide the mailing list or let us help you get one, and we’ll handle the printing, addressing, sorting, and delivery paperwork — all in-house, all streamlined.

It’s ideal for targeted campaigns, personalized promotions, or high-response outreach when you know exactly who you want to reach.

Graphic Design Service

Available Direct Mail Postcard Paper or Stock

24pt C2S Cardstock
100 lb White Linen Cover
16pt C2S Cardstock
100 lb Uncoated Cover (14pt)
9pt C2S Cardstock

Available Coatings:

(Not available on all paper or stock)
High Gloss UV
High Gloss UV on ONE SIDE
Gloss Aqueous
Matte Aqueous

Options Available for Direct Mail Postcards

AutoMail Subscription Plan
Corner Rounding
Foil with Lamination
Lamination
Mailing Processing
Targeted Mailing List

We do tons of direct mail postcard printing, and we have streamlined the process to make it as easy as possible. Just download the direct mail postcard template for the size and application format you need, create your artwork, and upload your design to print.

Direct Mail Postcard Specifications

If you are doing a custom size or do not see a template in the application you are using, please be sure to use the following specifications to design your direct mail postcard.

How to Save Your Files for Print

To ensure the best print results, follow these file setup guidelines when preparing your artwork:

File Setup Checklist

Resolution: 300 dpi
Bleed: 1/8" (0.125") on all sides
Color Mode: CMYK (or spot colors when applicable)
File Format: PDF (with fonts embedded or outlined)

Important Notes

• Make sure images are not compressed (turn off downsampling when exporting)
• Backgrounds that touch the edge must extend 0.125" beyond the trim line (bleed)
• You may include crop marks, but do not include file names or timestamps — it can throw off the layout
• Embed or outline all fonts to ensure crisp, clean text and avoid font errors

How to Export a Press-Quality PDF

InDesign

File > Export
Choose format: Adobe PDF (Print)
Select preset: Press Quality
Under Marks and Bleeds, check:
- Crop Marks
- Use Document Bleed Settings (.125")
Click Export

Illustrator

File > Save As or Save a Copy
Choose format: Adobe PDF
Select preset: Press Quality
Under Marks and Bleeds, check:
- Crop Marks
- Bleed (.125")
Click Save

Photoshop

File > Save As
Choose format: Photoshop PDF
Select preset: Press Quality
Click Save

Why This Matters

A press-quality PDF helps avoid printing issues, keeps your design accurate, and ensures everything prints clean and sharp. If you have any questions, give us a call at 877-613-1913 we’re here to help!

Direct Mail Postcard Template Download

Using our direct mail postcard template is simple. Just download the size and application format you need, create your artwork, and upload your design to print.