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At Printing for Less, we've offered high quality online printing services since 1996. Shop business cards, booklets, stickers, and more!

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Ordering Process

Shipping and Delivery

Shipping and Delivery


Tracking Your Order

You can track the status of your order at any point throughout the production process.

    1. Look for the box (circled below) in the upper left corner of your screen, or go directly to the Order Status page.
track your order
  1. Enter your 9-digit order number.
  2. The production status of your order will be displayed, as well as the estimated shipping date if you have already approved your proof. If you are able to make changes to your order-quantity, paper, production speed, shipping speed, address changes, split shipments, etc-the appropriate links will be displayed.

At proof approval, you are presented with an interactive delivery date calendar.

  • The calendar displays current shipping addresses and scheduled shipment & estimated delivery dates, based on current production and shipping speeds.
  • You’re in control of your order! You can:
    – Speed up or slow down your production speed
    – Speed up or slow down your shipping speed
    – Change shipping addresses
    – Add additional shipments
  • The InstaPrice® calculator will display the adjusted order total for any changes selected. Some tips:
    – Experiment with various combinations of production speeds and shipping methods.
    – Split your shipment if you need only a portion of your order faster.
    – It is often more cost-effective to upgrade shipping rather than production.
    Shipping Calculator
  • If you have made changes, be sure to click the  button (circled in red above). You then have the option to view, print or email an updated receipt.
  • When your order ships, you will receive the tracking number(s) via email.
  • The tracking information will be displayed on the online status screen as well. If you have requested that your order ships via an alternative carrier (USPS, FedEx or freight) tracking information may not be available online. Please call 800-930-2423 with questions.
 

Shipping Methods

We ship orders via FedEx unless otherwise requested. Orders take from 1 to 5 business days to get to you depending on your location and the shipping method chosen.

FedEx Transit Times from Montana

Additional delivery options include:

  • Customer pickup at our Livingston, MT facility
  • UPS (United Parcel Service)
  • Freight
  • USPS (US Postal Service). Shipping via USPS requires confirmation of the following terms and conditions:

In the event of loss or delay when shipping via USPS, PrintingForLess.com is not responsible for product reprint/replacement.

When your order ships, you will receive the tracking number(s) via email.

  • The tracking information will be displayed on the online status screen as well. If you have requested that your order ships via an alternative carrier (USPS or truck freight) tracking information may not be available online. Please call 800-930-2423 with questions.

Please contact us at 800-930-2423 for price quotes on international deliveries and alternate shipping methods. When ordering, indicate your preferred shipping method and quoted price in the “Special Instructions” comment box.

 

Shipping Changes

It’s easy to make changes to your shipping preferences.

    1. When placing your order, you can enter just one address. Add additional shipments once the order is in our system.
    2. Enter your 9-digit order number in the Site Search or Order Status/Change box in the left hand navigation bar. If your order is at a status that allows changes, there will be a Change Order link.
production speed change
    1. You are now presented with an interactive delivery date calendar. This calendar will also be automatically presented during proof approval.
      • The calendar displays current shipping addresses and scheduled shipment & estimated delivery dates, based on current production and shipping speeds. You’re in control of your order! You can:
– Speed up or slow down your production speed
– Speed up or slow down your shipping speed
– Change shipping addresses
– Add additional shipments
      • The InstaPrice® calculator will display the adjusted order total for any changes selected. Some tips:
– Experiment with various combinations of production speeds and shipping methods
– Split your shipment if you need only a portion of your order faster
– It is often more cost-effective to upgrade shipping rather than production
      • Follow the steps to add additional addresses or modify existing addresses.
modify existing addresses
  1. If you have made changes, be sure to click the submit changesbutton (circled in red above). You then have the option to view, print or email an updated receipt.
    • The ability to change production speed after proof approval is based on individual job specifications and may or may not be available for your order. You will not be able to add additional shipments or modify shipping information once your job has been packaged, or is en route. Call us at 800-930-2423 with questions.
 

Free Blind Shipping

  • We are happy to offer free blind shipping. When requested, we will ship your order without the PrintingForLess.com mailing label and will not include any PrintingForLess.com promotional material inside the package.
  • If interested in blind shipping, please indicate so in the “Special Instructions” comment box when placing your order, or by contacting your team after your order has been placed.
 

Packaging

  • Business cards are boxed; all other products are shrink-wrapped in “handful-size” bundles. Posters are shipped flat.
  • Your shrink-wrapped or boxed printed pieces are then surrounded with styrofoam peanuts for further protection.
  • Shipping cartons will generally weigh no more than 40 lbs. Heavier packages are double-boxed.
  • When your order ships, you will receive the tracking number(s) via email.
  • Each package will have its own tracking number.
  • The tracking information will be displayed on the online status screen as well. If you have requested that your order ships via an alternative carrier (USPS or truck freight) tracking information may not be available online. Please call 800-930-2423 with questions.

Quantity

  • You will receive more pieces than you order, free of charge, almost all of the time.
  • On rare occasions, we may ship slightly fewer pieces than ordered. Printing industry standards allow for underages (shortfalls/deficiencies) of up to 5%, however such underages are the exception, not the rule, at PrintingForLess.com.
  • If you need an absolute guaranteed quantity, we recommend that you order 5% over the quantity that you need. If you are using a mailing service, you may also want to inquire about any additional quantities they may need for equipment calibration, testing, waste, etc.
 

Your Guarantee

We want you to be delighted with our printing. We will complete your project in accordance with industry-wide trade standards for color and registration. Since monitor calibration varies widely, we run to uniform ink levels and a “pleasing color” standard.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee Terms and Conditions

  • Full refund guarantee does not apply to shipping claims. We will reprint orders damaged or lost by UPS or FedEx.
  • We reserve the right to have you return the original order, at our cost, before reprinting or refunding your order.
  • Maximum refund per order or customer is $2500. The only remedy for problems with orders over $2500 is reprinting of the order to correct product defects. We are always reasonable to work with on orders of any size, but the lawyers made us put this part in to protect ourselves from possible fraud.
  • This guarantee is limited to reprint of the original order quantity or refund of the purchase price of the order. We are not responsible for any damages or claims incurred by you or your business caused by receiving printed materials which are defective or incomplete or which you receive later than the estimated delivery date.
  • This guarantee does not cover fees for mailing service or postage or associated incidental or consequential damages or claims. PrintingForLess.com is not liable for U.S. Postal Service errors, including loss or delay.
 
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Discount Offers and Promotions

Discount Offers and Promotions


Printing Coupon Current Promotions

Product Offer Promotion Code
Brochures, all sizes 20% off your first order NC20PB
Newsletters, all sizes 20% off your first order NC20PN
Catalogs, 5.5 x 8.5 20% off your first order NC20PC
Presentation Folders $100 off your first order NC100PF
Business Cards 500 Free with Letterhead/Envelope order Link on Receipt Page

Redeeming a Coupon

PrintingForLess.com offers coupons and discounts in the form of alpha-numeric promotional codes. When you want to apply a discount coupon or promotional code to your order, please enter the alpha-numeric code in the “Promo Code” box at the bottom of the InstaPrice® section on the ordering page.

printing coupon redemption
 

Newsletter Signup

“Printing Matters” is our monthly e-newsletter. Full of print-buying tips, news and offers you can use to grow your business, each newsletter will include:
  • “You Asked For It!”: New products, features, and functionality to make your print-buying experience
  • Special Offers: Promotions and discounts to save you money.
  • Bright Ideas: Marketing tips and design hints to help you get the most out of your marketing materials.
  • Tech Tips: Recommendations for graphic file preparation, uploading, etc.
  • Subscribe now to get the next issue of Printing Matters delivered to your inbox. You are able to manage your subscription at any time.
 

Free File Review

Not sure we can print from your file? Send it to us and we will review it for free!
  • Our pre-press experts will carefully review your file for about 50 different issues.
  • We will call or email with suggestions on how to best prepare your document for optimum print results, generally within one business day.
  • If your files are print-ready and do not require any additional preparation, you can immediately place your order referencing the file review number and avoid the need for additional file uploads.

Free Printing Samples

We are confident that you will be blown-away with the quality of our printing. Thorough pre-press preparation, quality paper stocks, state-of-the-art Heidelberg presses and a dedicated production crew combine for detailed, brilliant results. We want you to see these results yourself, to feel the different weights of paper, compare various product types and sizes. Request a free sample packet here.

 

Volume Discounts

To receive the high-volume discount, place your order as usual and specify “Please apply high-volume discount” in the “Special Instructions” comment box. (Even if you don’t request the discount, we’ll still be happy to give it to you!

InstaPrice® Order Total Discount
$5,000 – $7,499 5%
$7,500 – $9,999 10%
$10,000 – $12,499 15%
$12,500 – $14,999 20%
$15,000 – $24,999 25%
$25,000 + 28%
The discount amount will be confirmed by a Technical Services Representative and you will receive an email receipt confirming the final discounted price.
 
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Printing Production Speed

Printing Production Speed


Production Speed or Turnaround Time Basics

“Production speed”, or “turnaround time” is how fast your order moves from proof approval to shipping. This is the time required to complete all in-house production steps— plating, printing, bindery and packaging— after you approve your proof. It does not include shipping time.

Production speed is counted in business days, beginning with the day after proof approval.
  • Approve your proof before midnight MST (10pm EST; 11pm CST; 1am PST) to begin production the next business day
  • On weekends, approve before 11:59pm MST on Sunday to begin turnaround on Monday
  • Standard turnaround for most products is four business days; expedited turnaround, as fast as two days, is also available
You are in control of determining your production speed!
  • When you approve your proof, you will be given an opportunity to decide when you want to receive your order.
  • You can access the interactive delivery date calendar at any time through the Change Order Request page.
  • The calendar displays current shipping addresses and the scheduled shipment date & estimated delivery date, based on current production and shipping speeds
  • You can upgrade/downgrade the production speed and/or shipping method in order to best meet your deadline and budget. Split your shipment if you need a portion of your order faster.
  • Changing production speed after proof approval is based on individual job specifications and may or may not be available for your order-please give us a call at 800-930-6040 or email info@printingforless.com
delivery date calendar
Interactive Delivery Date Calendar
 

Tracking Your Order

You can track the status of your order at any point throughout the production process.

    1. Look for the box (circled below) in the upper left corner of your screen, or go directly to the Order Status page.

track your order

  1. Enter your 9-digit order number.
  2. The production status of your order will be displayed, as well as the estimated shipping date if you have already approved your proof. If you are able to make changes to your order- quantity, paper, production speed, shipping speed, address changes, split shipments, etc- the appropriate links will be displayed.

When your order ships, you will receive the tracking number(s) via email. The tracking information will be displayed on the online status screen as well. If you have requested that your order ships via an alternative carrier (USPS or truck freight) tracking information may not be available online.

Please call 800-930-6040 with questions.
 

Changing Production Speed

It’s easy to make changes to your production speed.

1.  Enter your 9-digit order number in the Site Search or Order Status/Change box in the left hand navigation bar.
     If your order is at a status that allows changes, there will be a Change Order link. production speed change
2.  You are now presented with an interactive delivery date calendar. This calendar will also be automatically presented during proof approval.

  • The calendar displays current shipping addresses and scheduled shipment & estimated delivery dates, based on current production and shipping speeds.
    You’re in control of your order! You can:
        – Speed up or slow down your production speed
        – Speed up or slow down your shipping speed
        – Change shipping addresses
        – Add additional shipments
  • The InstaPrice® calculator will display the adjusted order total for any changes selected. Some tips:
        – Experiment with various combinations of production speeds and shipping methods
        – Split your shipment if you need only a portion of your order faster
        – It is often more cost-effective to upgrade shipping rather than production
  • Follow the steps to add additional addresses or modify existing addresses.
Shipping Calculator

3.  If you have made changes, be sure to click the submit changes button (circled in red above). You then have the
     option to view, print or email an updated receipt.

  • Changing production speed after proof approval is based on individual job specifications and may or may not be available for your order.
  • You will not be able to add additional shipments or modify shipping information once your job has been packaged, or is en route. Call us at 800-930-6040 with questions.

4.  Click on the “Modify Order Attributes” link (circled in green above) to:

  • Increase or decrease quantity
  • Upgrade or downgrade paper stock
  • Change your full-color or black-only ink coverages
  • Add or take away coating options
  • Add or take away folding options

Production Speeds by Product

Production Speed = Turnaround Time
Measured in Business Days after Proof Approval
  Normal Fast Rush Super
Rush
Banners 3 2 Call N/A
Bookmarks 4 3 2 Call
Brochures 4 3 2 Call
Business Cards 4 3 2 Call
Carbonless NCR Forms 5 4 3 Call
Catalogs / Calendars 6 5 4 Call
Custom Pieces Dependent on Piece
Door Hangers 5 4 3 Call
#10 Envelopes 6 Call Call Call
Booklet Envelopes 8 6 Call Call
Presentation Folders 7 6 Call Call
Greeting / Note Cards 5 4 3 Call
Hang Tags 5 4 3 Call
Letterhead 4 3 2 Call
Newsletters 4 3 2 Call
Notepads 5 4 3 Call
Plastic Cards 5 4 3 Call
Postcards 4 3 2 Call
Post-it® Notes 7 6 5 Call
Posters 4 3 2 Call
Rack Cards 4 3 2 Call
Table Tents 5 4 3 Call
 

FAQs

How long does it take for me to get the proof of my job?
Once you have placed your order, you should get it within 1 business day after we receive your electronic files.

How long will it take to get my order?
Most jobs will be shipped within 4 business days after you approve your proof online. Please check the specifc product ordering page for available turnaround times. Shipping by FedEx takes from 1 to 5 business days to get to you depending on your location.

How can I get my order even faster?
Our standard service is quite fast. For most products we ship your order within 4 days after you approve your proof online, via FedEx Ground. In most parts of the country, that means you will have your order in about 6-10 days. If you want to receive your order faster, select one of our faster handling options or upgraded shipping options when you place your order.

What if I want to change something on my order after I’ve placed it or approved the proof?
We require an electronic “paper trail” for all changes made after your initial order is placed. You may make changes to such things as quantity, shipping method, or shipping address by going to the Change Order Request page. Please note that some changes cannot be made after certain stages in the production process — for instance, the quantity cannot be changed once your job has been printed.

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Packaging


To determine the propper length, width and depth, place the carton facing you with the opening pointing up (as if the carton was going to be filled from above). packaging box dimension diagram

  1. Measure length first:
    Open package – the length is the larger of the two dimensions around the open end.
  2. Width is the smallest dimension around the open end.
  3. Depth is the distance between the two ends.
 
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After You Order

Knowledge Center: After You Order

Proof Approval – Yes, It’s Required

We cannot send any order to press without your approval of the proof. This is for your protection as well as ours. As electronic files are transferred over the internet, they can become corrupted, fonts substituted, images swapped, etc. We don’t want you to receive any surprises when you receive your final printed product, so please take the time to thoroughly inspect the proof before you give your approval. Please, don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions!


You should receive your online proof within one business day after we receive your electronic files.
  • Hard copy mock-ups and hard copy proofs will be overnighted via Next Day Air generally the same day we post your online proof.
  • When your online proof is ready, we will email you a link to the proofing page. We will also try to reach you by phone. In addition to the email link, proofs can be accessed through the myPrinting for Less.

There are two versions of your proof on the proofing page:

  • Proof PDF: A low-resolution version of your file at final trim size, down-sampled for shorter download times. Includes fold line indicators when appropriate. Recommended for slower connections.
  • Press-Ready PDF: This is the full-resolution file which will be used to create your plates. Includes .125″ bleed margins, order number and printer’s marks which will not appear in the finished trimmed piece.
    – Your text may falsely appear jagged in the full-size (zoomed out) PDF. The inability to accurately preview
      vector text is a known weakness of Adobe Acrobat.
    – Select the magnification tool and zoom in to the text. It should now preview clear and crisp; this is
      how it will print. If it still appears jagged when zoomed in, contact us.
1.   If you find something that needs a correction:
  • Submit up to two rounds of minor corrections for us to make at no charge by using the I need corrections button, or
  • Send us a corrected file by using the upload a new file button.
  • Extensive corrections and/or design work may be subject to additional fees. Of course, there is never a charge for any corrections needed as a result of any errors we introduced in preparing your proof.
2.   If you are ready to send your order to press for printing, click the good button to approve your proof.
proofing process diagram
 

3.   Complete the approval process by confirming or adjusting your production speed, shipping method and delivery addresses on the interactive delivery date calendar.

 

You’re in control of your order! You can:

  • Speed up or slow down your production speed
  • Speed up or slow down your shipping speed
  • Change shipping addresses
  • Add additional shipments
  • Create a Mailing for all or part of your quantity

The InstaPrice® calculator will display the adjusted order total for any changes selected. Some tips:

  • Experiment with various combinations of production speeds and shipping methods.
  • Split your shipment if you need only a portion of your order faster.
  • It is often more cost-effective to upgrade shipping rather than production.

Follow the steps to add additional addresses or modify existing addresses, and be sure to click submit changes.

Changing Your Order

It’s easy to make changes to your order attributes-quantity, paper type, ink, coating and folding.

  1. Click on the “Change Your Order” link, found in either the upper left or right corner of your screen. You can also go directly to the Change Order Request page. Enter your 9-digit order number in the left-hand column.\

Changing Your Order

 

2.  You are now presented with an interactive version of
     the product ordering page.
You’re in control of your order! Dependent on product type and where your order is in the production process, you may:
– Increase or decrease quantity
– Upgrade or downgrade paper stock
– Change your full-color or black-only ink coverages
– Add or take away coating options
– Add or take away folding options
Your original choices for order attributes are marked with a red asterisk.
The InstaPrice® calculator will display the adjusted order total for any changes selected.
change order screen

3.  If you have made changes, be sure to click the
 button. You then have the option to view, print
     or email an updated receipt.

4.  Click on “Modify Production Speed and Shipping Options”
     link (circled in green) to:
  • Speed up or slow down your production speed
  • Speed up or slow down your shipping speed
  • Change shipping addresses
  • Add additional shipments
  • Create a Mailing for all or part of your quantity
 

Tracking Your Order

You can track the status of your order at any point throughout the production process.

    1. Look for the box (circled below) in the upper left or right corner of your screen, or go directly to the Order Status page.

track your order

  1. Enter your 9-digit order number.
  2. The production status of your order will be displayed, as well as the estimated shipping date if you have already approved your proof. If you are able to make changes to your order-quantity, paper, production speed, shipping speed, address changes, split shipments, etc-the appropriate links will be displayed.

When your order ships, you will receive the tracking number(s) via email. The tracking information will be displayed on the online status screen as well. If you have requested that your order ships via an alternative carrier (USPS or truck freight), tracking information may not be available online. Please call 800-930-6040 with questions.

 

 

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