Handwritten notes your customers will actually keep.
Real pen. Real ink. Real stamps. We write and mail personal notes, on cards with your logo, to your customers after every sale, on birthdays and anniversaries, and for every referral, so you stay top of mind without lifting a pen.
- Written with a real ballpoint pen
- Your logo on every card
- No contracts
You know you should send thank-you notes.
Who has the time?
Between running the business, serving customers and chasing new ones, personal notes are the first thing to slip. But the businesses that stay in touch are the ones customers come back to and recommend. Emails get deleted. A handwritten card gets kept.
Stay in touch in 3 easy steps
Send us your list
Upload a spreadsheet or just email us your customers' names, addresses and key dates like birthdays or purchase dates.
Design your card
Add your logo, pick a handwriting style, and choose a message from our templates or write your own. We personalize every card by name.
We write & mail it
Your notes are written with real pens and mailed with real stamps. You get a confirmation when they go out.
Not a printed font.
A real pen.
Every Pen & Porch note is written by a robot holding a real ballpoint pen. The ink presses into the paper, every letter varies slightly, and it's mailed in a hand-addressed envelope with a real stamp.
It gets opened, read, and kept on the fridge.
Your brand on the front. Real ink inside.
The front of every card is printed in full color. The message and envelope are written by pen.
Classic
A timeless cream card with an elegant "Thank you" on the front. Simple, warm, and ready to go.
LOGO
Branded
Your logo and brand colors on every card, so customers know exactly who it's from.
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Custom design
Your own artwork, illustration or photo: your storefront, your team, a finished project. We'll help you set it up.
Add a personal touch
- 12+ handwriting styles
- Your own handwriting & signature
- Business card insert
- QR code to your reviews or offer
- Your logo on the envelope
Design your card in 30 seconds
Type a message, add your logo, and pick a handwriting style. Watch your card come to life.
Warmly,
Preview only. Your real card is written in real ink by a real pen.
Love it? Get a real one mailed freeA note for every moment that matters
New customer thank-you
Thank you for choosing us! It was a pleasure working with you, and we're here whenever you need us.
Birthday & anniversary
Happy birthday, Mark! Wishing you a wonderful year. Stop by anytime, your coffee's on us.
Referral thank-you
Thank you for sending the Johnsons our way. Your trust means the world to us.
Review request
We loved working on your project! If you have a minute, a quick review would mean a lot. Just scan the code.
Event invitation
You're invited to our grand opening on June 12! We'd love to celebrate with you. Refreshments on us.
Follow-up & prospecting
It was great meeting you at the expo. I'd love to show you how we can help. Coffee soon?
Built for any business that values its customers
If a relationship brings you repeat business or referrals, a handwritten note keeps it strong.
We don't just mail cards.
We remember for you.
We track your customers' birthdays, anniversaries and milestones, and we send the right note at the right time automatically. You run your business; we keep your relationships warm for years.
- Automatic birthday & anniversary notes
- Holiday cards and event invitations for your whole list
- Monthly report of everything we sent
- A real person you can text anytime
"Happy 3 years with us, the Nguyens!"
Why handwritten beats everything else in the mailbox
It gets opened
A hand-addressed envelope with a real stamp looks personal, because it is.
It gets kept
Customers pin handwritten cards to the fridge. Flyers go in the recycling.
It brings them back
Staying top of mind is how businesses earn repeat customers and referrals.
Hi, I'm Nur.
I started Pen & Porch to help businesses stay connected to the people who keep them going. I'm based in Minnesota, I answer my own phone, and I'll personally check every card before it goes out.
Founder & CEO, Pen & Porch
The "Love It" Guarantee
If you're not happy with your first order, we'll redo it free or refund it, no questions asked. And if we ever make a mistake on a card, we'll rewrite and remail it at no cost.
Founding Member pricing
Join as one of our first 25 businesses and lock in your plan price for as long as you stay with us, even when our prices go up. You'll also get a direct line to me for anything you need.
Claim a founding spotSimple monthly plans. Cancel anytime.
Every plan includes real pen writing, first-class postage, and message templates.
Starter
- Real pen & first-class postage
- Classic card design
- Message templates
Pro
- Everything in Starter
- Branded cards with your logo
- Birthday & anniversary tracking
Business
- Everything in Pro
- Custom card design
- Up to 5 team members
Questions businesses ask us
Is it really handwritten?
Yes. Every note is written by a robotic arm holding a real ballpoint pen, and the ink presses into the card. It isn't a printed font.
Will my customers know a machine wrote it?
Almost never. The pen varies every letter slightly, the ink presses into the paper, and the envelope is hand-addressed with a real stamp. Recipients experience it as a personal note from you, because the words and the thought really are yours.
Can I put my logo on the card?
Yes. Pro and Business plans include branded cards with your logo and colors printed on the front. You can also use your own artwork or photo with a custom design.
Can the notes be in my own handwriting?
Yes. Choose from 12+ handwriting styles, or send us a sample of your handwriting and signature and we'll have a custom style made for you.
What kinds of businesses use this?
Any business that grows through relationships: real estate, contractors, insurance, dental and medical offices, auto dealers, salons, retailers, B2B sales teams, nonprofits and more.
Can I use it for event invitations?
Yes. Handwritten invitations get far more RSVPs than email. Businesses use us for grand openings, customer appreciation nights, open houses, seminars, galas and holiday parties.
Who writes the message?
You can use our templates, write your own, or have us personalize each one. We check every card before it's sent.
How long until my cards are mailed?
Usually within [X] business days of your approval.
What if I don't like my first order?
Our "Love It" Guarantee covers you. If you're not happy with your first order, we'll redo it free or refund it.
Is my customer list safe?
Yes. Your customer information is used only to send your notes. We never sell or share it, and we never contact your customers ourselves.
Do I need a contract?
No. Plans are month to month, and you can cancel anytime.
Can I try it first?
Yes. Request a free sample card for yourself, then start a free trial with your own customers.
Hold one in your hand. It's free.
Tell us where to send it and we'll mail you a real Pen & Porch card, so you can see exactly what your customers will receive.