Send Handwritten Birthday Cards
PenPals writes, addresses & mails your cards - helping you effortlessly send a more thoughtful, personal touch
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FAQ
Why send a handwritten birthday card?
Birthdays are special, and your message should feel just as unique. A handwritten birthday card shows effort and care, making your words of celebration and well wishes feel heartfelt and memorable. Unlike generic printed cards, real pen and ink bring a personal charm that makes someone’s big day even brighter.
When is the best time to send a birthday card?
Mail your birthday card about a week before your recipient's birthday. This ensures it arrives a day or two before the main event, making it part of their celebration.
Can I schedule my cards in advance?
Yes! Never miss a birthday again. With our scheduling feature, you can choose the send date for your card up to a year in advance. We recommend setting the date at least a week before the birthday to ensure it arrives on time.
Can I send large batches of personalized cards to multiple people?
Of course! Want to get your birthday cards for friends & family off your to-do list in one swoop? Our 'Bulk Send' option is the answer. Personalize each card with merge tags or write distinct messages to each, upload your list of recipients, and let us take care of the rest.
What should I write in a birthday card?
Make it personal and celebratory. For example: “Happy Birthday! May this year be filled with laughter, love, and all the things that bring you happiness. Enjoy your day to the fullest!”
Do you have cards for other occasions?
Of course! Our handwritten cards are useable for countless scenarios: holidays, birthdays, thank you's, celebrations, professional acknowledgments, and much more. Just click Browse Collections above to see more.
How does it work?
PenPals makes sending handwritten cards effortless:
(1) Select & Personalize: pick a card design and tap out your unique message. Sending multiple cards at once? No stress - use our merge fields and upload templates to easily personalize each one.
(2) We (hand)write: sit back while our fleet of robots puts real ballpoint pen to paper, writing out your message in custom-designed handwritten styles to give your card that genuine touch - no printed fonts involved!
(3) Signed, sealed & (almost) delivered: we address, stamp & mail out your cards for you. That means no rushed trips to the post office or figuring out postage. Phew!
What if I need help or have questions along the way?
Just like a real pen pal, we're here for you. Drop us a line at hello@penpalsapp.com and a real human will get back to you asap.