Unlike other types of mail, postcards are not limited by specific sizes. The USPS has defined a minimum and maximum size for each type of mail. The maximum size of a postcard is 152.4 mm by 107.9 mm, while the minimum is 3.4 inches by 2.75 inches. The thickness of a postcard is also standardized, with the maximum dimension of 0.406 inch. These standards are the same as the postal service's, but the maximum is much larger.
Standard postcard sizes were first introduced in the United Kingdom in 1870. Up until that time, postcards were simply plain with no pictures or text. In 1899, picture postcards (also called court cards) were common and the standard size increased to 4.75 x 3.5 inches. In 1964, the standard size was raised to 5.875 x 4.125 inches. By the 1970s, however, postcards were only allowed to be 3.5 x 4.5 inches, although there were some exceptions.
Postcard sizes are defined by the USPS as 3.5" x 5". Despite being the most popular size, postcards can be made any size. As long as they stay within these limits, they will be accepted and considered letter-size. And as long as you're staying within the minimum and maximum size guidelines, you'll get a professional-looking postcard that will get your message noticed. But how do you choose the right postcard size?
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