His favourite hobby, a family photo, or that joke he always tells. Make Dad a birthday postcard that feels like him, then add your own words on the back.
Personal artwork
A favorite pet. A shared adventure. An inside joke. Bring it into the artwork—not just the message.
Turn real moments
into something special.
Maya's friend started from Make a Wish, added a photo of her dachshund and one instruction, and ended up with a birthday card only Maya would get.
No photo needed. One line about how he really is became a birthday card made for him.
“Make her dachshund the birthday baker. Keep this painted style.”
“He treats making coffee like a science experiment.”
Start with something you share: a fishing trip, a family tradition, his beloved dog, or a joke that never gets old. Add his name or age if it suits the design. On the back, tell him what you appreciate or recall a moment you both remember. Preview both sides before sending his birthday postcard.
We print and mail it (almost) worldwide.
Photo, template or idea.
Transform, edit, add a little magic.
Add a personal message.
We handle the physical part.
“Happy birthday, Dad. Thanks for the advice, the lifts, and always being in my corner.”
“Another year of excellent dad jokes. Hope your birthday is as good as you think they are.”
“Happy birthday, Dad. My favourite memories still have you in them. Here’s to making more.”
Feedback about Snailmail, with relevant postcard experiences first.
I started with a photo from my camera roll and expected to spend ages fiddling with it, but the whole thing was surprisingly quick. I tried two styles, moved the text a little, wrote the message on the back and added my sister's address. The preview made it really clear what would be printed. She sent me a photo when it arrived and it looked better than it did on my phone.
Made one on my phone while waiting for a train. Uploaded a holiday photo, used one of the suggested previews or whatever, changed the headline and then wrote the msg. I liked that I didn't have to create an account before I knew I actually wanted the card. Checkout could be easier.
I used atemplate because I had absolutely 0 design ideas. Swapped in my own picture, changed two words and was done. My friend kept it on her fridge which is probably the best review I can give.
I thought the AI bit would be gimmicky but it gave me a really good looking card! Loved it, and I am anti AI usually… but this was a pretty good use of it I think.
Was happy with the result.
Used it to say “thank you” after a weekend with friendls. I chose the flower design, edited the text. Pretty cool with my own handwriting !!!
Sent a baby card to friends abroad. It arrived in time, thank you!
Life saver to be able to import 20 contacts:D I sent one to all of my friends for Thanksgiving. No idea it it will arrive, yet but I certainly hope so ;)
I sent the same postcard to four people from a trip. Adding the extra addresses was much easier than recreating the card each time. That was good. I wish there were more designs to choose from for trips, tho.
I made a congratulations card for my NIECE. I put her fav toy in there as a reference. HOW DID YOU MAKE HER AN ASTRONAUT?! :D : D :D
I did the entire thing one-handed on my phone while holding a baby, so points for that. Also cool that I could add a video. Didnt do that but will think of a good occasion!
I was skeptical because most personalized-card sites look so cheap, but thought I’ll try this one for its cool designs. Likes the AI stuff as well. Crazy stuff really.
Printing takes 2–3 working days, then it goes in the post. Typical arrival after you order: United Kingdom 4–8 working days, Germany 6–10 working days, Sweden 6–10 working days, United States 9–13 working days. Other countries: it depends on the local post. We can't promise it arrives on the birthday itself, so order early, especially if it's going abroad.
Skip the generic line. Mention one thing from their year or a memory only the two of you share, then finish with a wish for the year ahead.
Yes. We mail worldwide, with a few exceptions (see our delivery page). Add their address and we print and post it for you, so there are no stamps and no trip to the post office.
Yes. Send them a private link from the app. They fill in their name and address, and it shows up in your address book, ready to use. The link only asks for an address, so the card stays a surprise.
Yes. Add a video message they can open by scanning a QR code. Record a birthday song or a hello from the whole family, up to 60 seconds long. Any extra cost is shown before you pay.
Designing the card is free. You only pay for printing and postage, per card, and you see the price before you pay. Sending more cards in one order can lower the price per card.
No. It's printed on thick matte card and mailed as a postcard, without an envelope. Your preview uses US postcard (6 × 4 inches). We fit your design to the print size used for the recipient’s destination automatically.
Real connections. By mail.
Start with your own photo or idea. We’ll print and mail your postcard.
