Frequently Asked Questions

We’re a small, family-run greeting card business creating simple, heartfelt and fun cards for life’s everyday moments and special occasions.

Every card is printed to order, carefully packed and dispatched by us. Below you’ll find answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.

Ordering


How quickly will my order be processed?

Our cards are printed to order and are normally processed and dispatched within one working day.

Orders placed during weekends or bank holidays will usually be processed on the next working day. Processing may take slightly longer during exceptionally busy periods, such as Christmas.

Can I order more than one card?

Yes. You can mix and match cards from across our website and receive an automatic multibuy discount:

  • Buy 2 cards and save 25%
  • Buy 3 cards and save 30%
  • Buy 4 cards and save 35%
  • Buy 5 cards and save 40%

Your discount will be applied automatically at checkout, so there is no code to enter.

Will I receive an order confirmation?

Yes. We’ll send an order confirmation to the email address entered during checkout.

Please check your junk or spam folder if it hasn’t arrived within a few minutes. You can contact us at hello@postcardprints.co.uk if you still can’t find it.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Please contact us as soon as possible after placing your order.

As our cards are printed to order and normally processed within one working day, we cannot guarantee that changes or cancellations will be possible once your order has entered production or been dispatched.


Cards and Personalisation


Are your cards blank inside?

Cards ordered with the No Message option will be supplied blank inside, leaving plenty of space for you to write your own message.

Many of our cards can also be ordered with a message printed inside.

How do I add a printed message?

Select the Printed Message option on the product page and enter the wording you would like printed inside the card.

Please check all names, spelling, punctuation and dates carefully before placing your order. Your message will be printed using the information submitted with your order.

Is a printed message the same as personalising the front of the card?

No. A printed message is added to the inside of the card.

Some cards also allow you to personalise the front with details such as a name, age, anniversary year or relationship. Any available personalisation options will be shown on the individual product page.

Can I see a proof before my personalised card is printed?

We do not normally provide a digital proof unless this is specifically stated on the product page.

Please check your personalisation carefully before ordering, as personalised cards are created using the exact information you submit.

What happens if I make a mistake in my personalisation?

Contact us immediately at hello@postcardprints.co.uk.

We’ll do our best to correct the details, but because orders are processed quickly, we cannot guarantee that changes can be made once production has started.


Send Direct


Can you send a card directly to the recipient?

Yes. Choose the Send Direct option when ordering, enter the message you would like printed inside and use the recipient’s address as the delivery address at checkout.

We’ll print your message, place the card inside its kraft envelope and send it directly to the recipient, just as though you had written and posted it yourself.

Will the recipient receive a separate unused envelope?

No. When a card is sent directly, the kraft envelope is used as the mailing envelope.

Will the recipient know who sent the card?

We recommend including your name within the printed message.

We do not automatically add the purchaser’s name or billing information to the card.

Can I send different cards to different addresses?

Orders being sent to different delivery addresses will need to be placed separately.

This ensures that each card is prepared with the correct message and sent to the correct recipient.


Card Reminder Service


What is the Postcard Prints reminder service?

Our free reminder service helps you remember important birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions.

You can add the dates that matter to you and receive an email reminder before each occasion, giving you time to choose and send the perfect card.

How do I create a reminder?

Visit our reminder page and enter your email address to access your reminders.

You can then add details such as:

  • The recipient’s name
  • The type of occasion
  • The date of the occasion
  • How far in advance you would like to be reminded
Can I add more than one reminder?

Yes. You can add reminders for as many friends, relatives and special occasions as you need.

Can I edit or delete a reminder?

Yes. Sign in to the reminder service using the same email address you originally used. You’ll then be able to view, update or remove your saved reminders.

Does the reminder service automatically place an order?

No. The service only sends you a reminder.

You remain in complete control and can choose whether to order a card, which design to purchase and whether to send it to yourself or directly to the recipient.

Do I have to pay to use the reminder service?

No. The Postcard Prints reminder service is free to use.

Will my reminder information be shared?

Your information will only be used to provide the reminder service and communicate with you in accordance with our Privacy Policy.


Card Quality and Sustainability


What sizes are your cards?

The size of each card will be shown on its product page. Most of our designs are available in one of the following sizes:

  • 5 × 7 inches: approximately 127 × 178mm
  • 6 × 6 inches: approximately 148 × 148mm
What are your cards printed on?

Our cards are printed on quality 300gsm recycled or FSC-certified cardstock.

The exact stock may vary between ranges, but we always choose quality card made using recycled or responsibly sourced materials.

Does every card include an envelope?

Yes. Each card is supplied with a brown kraft envelope unless otherwise stated on the product page.

Is your packaging plastic-free?

Yes. Our cards are supplied in plastic-free packaging and secured using peelable branded card catches instead of traditional plastic sleeves.

Do purchases help plant trees?

Yes. Every card purchased helps support tree-planting projects.

It’s one small way that every card sent can help make a positive difference.

Are your cards designed and printed in the UK?

Yes. Our cards are designed and printed in the UK by our small family-run business.


Delivery


Where do you deliver?

We currently deliver to addresses within the United Kingdom only.

We do not currently offer international delivery.

Which delivery service do you use?

Orders are dispatched using Royal Mail.

The delivery services available for your order will be displayed during checkout and may include Second Class, First Class and tracked delivery options.

How long does Standard delivery take?

Standard delivery is normally sent using Royal Mail Second Class and usually arrives within approximately 3–5 working days after dispatch.

This is an estimated delivery time rather than a guaranteed delivery date. Royal Mail delays can occasionally occur.

How long does First Class delivery take?

Royal Mail First Class normally arrives within approximately 1–3 working days after dispatch.

This is an estimated delivery time and is not a guaranteed next-day service.

Is processing time included in the delivery estimate?

Please allow approximately one working day for your order to be printed and processed, followed by the estimated Royal Mail delivery time.

Are weekends and bank holidays included?

Delivery and processing estimates are generally based on working days.

Sundays and bank holidays are not normally counted as working days.

Can you guarantee delivery by a particular date?

Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee delivery by a particular date when an order is sent using a standard Royal Mail service.

Please order as early as possible and choose a faster or tracked option at checkout when your card is needed urgently.

Will my order have tracking?

Standard First Class and Second Class letter services are not fully tracked.

Royal Mail may provide a delivery reference, but this is normally proof of postage rather than live, door-to-door tracking.

Orders placed using a tracked delivery option will receive the relevant tracking information.

My order hasn’t arrived. What should I do?

Royal Mail deliveries can occasionally take longer than expected, and most delayed orders arrive after a few additional working days.

Please contact us if your order has not arrived within:

  • 10 working days of dispatch for Standard or Second Class delivery
  • 5 working days of dispatch for First Class delivery

We’ll review the order and arrange an appropriate resolution, such as a replacement or refund.

What happens during busy periods?

Delivery may take longer during particularly busy periods, including Christmas, severe weather, Royal Mail disruption and bank holidays.

Please allow additional time and place date-sensitive orders as early as possible.

What should I do if I entered the wrong delivery address?

Contact us immediately at hello@postcardprints.co.uk.

We can update the address if your order has not yet been dispatched. Once an order has been handed to Royal Mail, we cannot redirect it or guarantee that it will be returned to us.


Returns and Order Problems


Can I return a card?

Non-personalised products can be returned within 30 days of receiving them, provided they are unused, in their original condition and in their original packaging.

Please contact us before returning an item so we can provide the correct return instructions.

Can personalised cards be returned?

We cannot normally accept returns or offer refunds for personalised products unless the item is faulty, damaged or we have made an error.

Personalised cards are created specifically for you and cannot be resold.

What if my card arrives damaged or incorrect?

Please contact us as soon as possible and provide:

  • Your order number
  • A brief description of the problem
  • A clear photograph showing the damage or error

We’ll review the issue and arrange an appropriate resolution, such as a replacement or refund.

What if Postcard Prints made a personalisation mistake?

If the card does not match the information submitted with your order, please contact us with your order number and a photograph.

We’ll review the issue and arrange a replacement where appropriate.

We cannot normally replace personalised cards free of charge when the incorrect wording was entered during checkout.

How long do refunds take?

Approved refunds will be returned to the original payment method.

Once processed, the time taken for the refund to appear will depend on your bank or payment provider and may take several working days.


Discounts and Promotions


Can discount codes be combined?

Unless a promotion specifically states otherwise, discount codes cannot normally be combined with other discount codes or offers.

Automatic multibuy discounts may also prevent an additional discount code from being used.

How does the email signup discount work?

Our email signup offer is available to eligible new subscribers.

The discount cannot be applied retrospectively to an order that has already been placed and may not be available alongside another promotion.


Wholesale


Do you offer wholesale ordering?

Yes. We supply independent gift shops, card shops and other retailers.

Please visit our Wholesale and B2B Ordering page for more information about registering and placing a wholesale order.


Contacting Us


How can I contact you?

Email us at hello@postcardprints.co.uk and include your order number where applicable.

As a small family-run business, every message is handled personally. We aim to reply as quickly as possible, usually within one working day.