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A display of postcards for a restaurant. 6 different sizes are shown.
A raised foil postcard in a wooden holder on a display counter.
A stack of thank you postcards sitting on a crafting table.
3 similarly designed postcards being used as jewelry backing cards.
2 postcards for a fitness facility, 1 with rounded corners and 1 with standard corners.
Two different sizes of square-shaped postcards for a local café.
A collage of different traditional postcards, advertising a variety of businesses.
The front and back of a postcard advertising skincare products.
A display of postcards for a restaurant. 6 different sizes are shown.
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A raised foil postcard in a wooden holder on a display counter.
A stack of thank you postcards sitting on a crafting table.
3 similarly designed postcards being used as jewelry backing cards.
2 postcards for a fitness facility, 1 with rounded corners and 1 with standard corners.
Two different sizes of square-shaped postcards for a local café.
A collage of different traditional postcards, advertising a variety of businesses.
The front and back of a postcard advertising skincare products.

Standard Postcards

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Big on quality, light on spend. Our best-value postcards come in standout shapes and stocks. Add them to purchases, slip them into the mail or stack them at your checkout counter.
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“Easy to create, and they look great!” – Take it from our happy postcard customers, like Cristina.

  • 8 size options
  • 14pt standard paper thickness
  • Available in glossy, matte, recycled & uncoated
  • 16pt & 18pt premium paper upgrades available
  • Rounded corners & alternative shape options
  • Special finish add-ons: Embossed foil, embossed gloss & foil accent

Alternative shapes: See our die-cut postcards page for more shape options.

1,300+ ★★★★★ postcard reviews

From mail campaigns to invites, giveaways and more, a high-quality postcard can go a long way. And with multiple quality and cost-friendly options, your postcard can create even bigger waves wherever it goes. Our postcards offer the styles your business needs, from restaurants to retail and everything in between. So whether you’re announcing an upcoming sale, hosting an open house or simply showing off your new branding, create expertly printed standard postcards in one convenient spot.

Standard postcards with standout possibilities

This page showcases our most common postcard sizes, standard 4.2″ x 5.5″ and 4″ x 6″, as well as less conventional sizes and a rounded corners option. You’ll also find matte, glossy, recycled and uncoated paper stocks available with standard pricing. You can combine them with your branding to create an array of unexpected looks, as well as premium paper upgrades to help you get a truly unique style. And, whether you want to be more informational, fun or just plain interesting, we can help you find the design you’re looking for in our gallery of professional templates.

Easy to design, fast to arrive

Ready to start designing? Begin by exploring a variety of fully customizable templates, including options for industries, events and more. (Have your own design ready to go? Use our design upload option.) Once you’ve found a favourite postcard design, add your key information and select the options that work best for you. We’ll take care of the rest, and your custom postcards will arrive ready for the next mail campaign, trade show or public event.

Need more than 20,000? Send us a request.

VistaPrint offers Standard Postcards design templates in assorted styles.
A stack of traditional postcards advertising a jewelry business.

Designs

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Reviewed by 1932 customers

Amazing Postcard and received so quickly!

Sep 29, 2025 | Lydia H. | Verified Buyer
It was so easy to set up and so quick to arrive. The templates were so easy to use and I will definitely use Vista Print again!

Good

Sep 28, 2025 | Jackie H. | Verified Buyer
cards look great but glossy finish picks up fingerprints far to easily - quickly looks less professional if handled much at all
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
We’re pleased to hear you like the look of your cards. We understand your concern about the glossy finish showing fingerprints, as this can affect the professional appearance over time. For future orders, you might consider our matte or soft-touch finishes, which are designed to reduce fingerprint visibility while maintaining a high-quality look. We appreciate your input, as it helps us improve our products and better match them to our customers’ needs.

Moderately happy

Sep 28, 2025 | Foster A. | Verified Buyer
They quality of print came out very well but the brightness did not match what was shown on the screen/editing software. Came out much darker than shown and is hard to see.
Response from Vistaprint Customer Care Team:
Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we regret to hear that while the quality is great, the colors of the Standard Postcards were darker than expected. We continuously strive to improve our products and services, and we would like to look into this further. Could you please reply to this email with a photo that highlights the concern? If your request is urgent, and you need an immediate solution, please reach out to our Customer Support team via www.vistaprint.ca/customer-care/help-center/. We look forward to working with you.

Love Vista Print!

Sep 28, 2025 | Celine T. | Verified Buyer
Although i'm not a business owner, i've ordered several items through the years from Vista Print for various occasions. Each time, the products i ordered arrived defect free and on time. The online order process is thorough and easy to understand, making your own design is a breeze. The chats are super responsive and helpful if you need anything on the spot! I've used post card size cards for advertising - they always looked sharp, eye catching and different from all other flyers on bulletin boards. I would also say - their prices are very reasonable! Love Vista Print - they are my go to for printed materials!

Great promotional tool

Sep 28, 2025 | mia S. | Verified Buyer
So happy with the end result
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Frequently asked questions

Here are just a few reasons why we think VistaPrint’s a good choice for creating your postcards:

  • Best quality for the price. There’s nowhere else you can expect results like this for the price you pay. If sharp printing and quality papers for a competitive, low price are what you’re after, you’re in the right place.

  • Easy from start to finish. Our easy-to-use design tools make it simple to create a professional-looking postcard. Done for you mailing services? We have that too. Plus, we provide fast, reliable shipping. Put those together, and you get a quick, easy and stress-free experience from A to Z.

  • Trusted experts. As the number one printer for small businesses, we’ve made lots of friends over the years. If you’re still not convinced, check out the postcard reviews at the bottom of this page. We think they speak for themselves!

Yes. If you have a postcard design file that's ready to go, you’ll be able to upload it directly to our studio. You’ll choose a postcard orientation, size and quantity. Just make sure your postcard upload has an image resolution of at least 300 dots per inch (DPI) and is saved in one of the following formats: .jpg, .jpeg, .jfif, .bmp, .png, .gif, .heic, .svg, .pdf, .psd,.ai, .eps, .ait, .ppt, .pptx, .tif, .tiff

Yes, but we recommend choosing one of the following postcard paper stocks for better results: uncoated, recycled, linen, bamboo, cotton, kraft or natural textured.

The beauty of a well-designed standard postcard is that you can use it in a wide variety of ways. Some popular approaches include coupons, targeted advertising, street marketing handouts and more.

Yes – here are a few things to keep in mind as you design postcards.

Keep your design simple. Always remember that postcards are small, so a lot of complicated information can overwhelm its recipient. Identify the top few things you want a customer to know, and then focus on those points. Including a strong call to action – a website URL, phone number or address – gives people a way to learn more once they’ve become interested in what you have to say.

Stand out with photography or a logo. Odds are good that your business postcards will be competing for attention with other promotional pieces – in a letterbox, on a notice board or even in your business. Bold colours, a high-quality image or your logo can help your postcard get noticed.

Create a consistent look. It’s easy to use your font choice, logo and colours to create a matching business look across other marketing products, like business cards, signage and more. With a few matching products, you’re well on your way to establishing a recognisable, professional brand.

Our paper stocks are divided into 3 tiers based on their weight:

  • Standard. Think light-weight & budget-friendly. 13-14pt paper. Our standard stocks include:

    • Matte
    • Glossy
    • Uncoated
    • Recycled

  • Premium. Thicker, textured or more unique 16pt papers. Premium stocks include:

    • Matte
    • Glossy
    • Uncoated
    • Linen
    • Pearl
    • Bamboo
    • Hemp-Blend
    • Cotton
    • Kraft
    • Natural Textured
    • Soft Touch
    • Fine Grit

  • Premium plus. Our thickest, most durable and elevated paper stocks. 18pt paper. Premium plus stocks include:

    • Glossy (front & back)
    • Glossy (front only)
    • Matte
    • Uncoated

If you’re looking for a more in-depth comparison of all our postcard options, complete with thicknesses in pts and images, please check out the Product Options section of this page.