Microsoft Publisher retires October 2026 — keep creating online.
Editable template
Online Publisher Postcard Template
Need a Publisher-style postcard template? Fill in your message, add your address and return address, then export a print-ready PDF — no Microsoft Publisher required. Works for announcements, promotions, and thank-you cards.
Use Publisher-style layouts online. You can also open old .pub files.
Best uses for this postcard template
- 1
Moving announcement postcard
Notify friends, family, clients, and vendors of your new address with a formatted moving postcard that includes your old and new address.
- 2
Business promotion postcard
Mail a promotional offer, new service announcement, or seasonal sale to a mailing list with a bold, attention-grabbing postcard.
- 3
Thank-you postcard
Send a personalized thank-you card after a business meeting, service visit, or customer purchase to build client loyalty.
- 4
Event save-the-date postcard
A 4×6 or 5×7 postcard is a cost-effective save-the-date for weddings, reunions, charity events, and open houses.
- 5
Church or nonprofit outreach postcard
Mail service time reminders, holiday greeting cards, or outreach postcards to your congregation or donor mailing list.
- 6
Real estate postcard
Announce a listing, open house, recent sale, or neighborhood market update with a clean, professional postcard layout.
- 7
Seasonal greeting postcard
Holiday greeting postcards, spring renewal messages, and year-end thank-you cards keep your name in front of clients and contacts.
Online Publisher Postcard Template
Use Publisher-style layouts online. You can also open old .pub files.
What you can edit
- Message or headline
- Recipient address
- Return address
- Business name
- Contact details
- Logo zone
- Photo or image zone
Standard postcard sizes and print specifications
The most common postcard sizes are 4×6 inches (USPS standard postcard rate), 5×7 inches (large postcard, slightly higher postage), and 6×9 inches (oversized, full-letter carrier attention). PublishMedia supports all three sizes. For direct-mail postcards, use 14 pt cardstock or heavier for durability through postal handling. For personal postcards mailed by hand, standard cardstock at 10–12 pt is sufficient.
Publisher-style postcards without Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft Publisher has been a go-to for designing postcards in small businesses, churches, and real estate offices. Its 4×6 and 5×7 postcard templates with front/back layout made it easy to prepare camera-ready files for print shops. Microsoft Publisher reaches end of life in October 2026. PublishMedia offers the same editable postcard layouts in your browser. You can also open existing .pub postcard files, update them, and export a new PDF without installing anything.
Related postcard templates
Click any template to open it in the editor — customize, then export a print-ready PDF.
How to customize this postcard
- 1Choose a postcard layout. Select a 4×6, 5×7, or 6×9 postcard template in a style that fits your message — clean and professional for business, warm and personal for social use.
- 2Add your message or headline. Replace the placeholder headline with your core message. Keep it short — postcards are scanned, not read. One strong line drives the action.
- 3Fill in the address block and return address. Enter the recipient address, your return address, and any postage indicator zone. Ensure address text is large enough to be machine-readable if mailing at volume.
- 4Add your branding and contact details. Upload a logo, photo, or visual that supports your message. Include a phone number, website, or QR code for response tracking.
- 5Export and print or mail. Export a print-ready PDF and print on cardstock at home, at an office store, or send to a commercial print shop for bulk quantities.
Frequently asked questions
What is a postcard template?+
A postcard template is a pre-designed, editable layout for creating printed postcards for mailing, direct mail campaigns, announcements, or personal messages. PublishMedia postcard templates are edited entirely in your browser.
Can I open an existing Publisher postcard file (.pub)?+
Yes. Upload your .pub postcard file to PublishMedia and it opens as an editable document. Update the message, addresses, and dates, then export a fresh PDF.
What postcard sizes are available?+
PublishMedia supports 4×6, 5×7, and 6×9 postcard sizes. The 4×6 size qualifies for USPS standard postcard postage rates (currently lower than letter rates).
Can I design both the front and back of a postcard?+
Yes. Use a two-page layout in PublishMedia — page 1 for the front (image, headline, branding) and page 2 for the back (message, address block, return address, postage zone). Export as a two-page PDF and submit to your print shop.
What paper or cardstock should I use for postcards?+
Use 14 pt or 16 pt cardstock for durability through postal handling. For personal use, 10–12 pt cardstock is sufficient. Glossy or matte coatings are available at commercial print shops for a professional finish.
Is this affiliated with Microsoft?+
No. Publish Media Software is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Microsoft Corporation. 'Microsoft Publisher' is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Is this only for Microsoft Publisher files?+
Publisher comes first: open your .pub files, start from a print-ready Publisher-style template, or create a brand-new document — all in your browser. As a bonus, you can also open Word, PowerPoint, PDF, and image files and fully edit them online when you need to.
Can I open a Word, PowerPoint, or PDF file too?+
Yes. Alongside Publisher .pub files you can open Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and PDF files (and PNG/JPG/WebP images) as an editable starting point, then edit them in your browser and export a clean PDF. Publisher is our focus; these are a convenience for the other files you already have.
Can I export a clean PDF?+
Yes. Every document exports to a clean, print-ready PDF — included on the free plan. You can keep editing online and return to your project anytime.