Business Cards
Standard Business Cards from Minute Marketing are your go-to tool for making lasting connections.
- Sizes:
- Standard: 2" x 3.5"
- European: 2.17" x 3.35"
- Slim: 1.75" x 3.5"
- Mini: 1.75" x 3"
- Compact: 2" x 3"
- Print Options:
- Full-color front with a blank back
- Full-color front with a grayscale back
- Full-color printing on both sides
- Specialty Finishes:
- Raised gold foil
- Raised UV
- Raised silver foil
- Raised rose-gold foil
- Additional Options:
- Rounded corners have a 0.25 inch radius. Availability depends on the selected paper; colored-core layered stocks and raised finishes use square corners.
- Paper Stocks:
- Gloss Cover · 14 pt
- Uncoated Cover · 14 pt
- Premium Linen · 13 pt
- Premium Matte Cover · 16 pt
- Ultra Premium Pearl · 18 pt
- Premium Kraft · 18 pt
- Ultra Premium Smooth White · 18 pt
- Matte Cover · 100 lb / 10 pt
- Triple-Layer Green · 24 pt
- Triple-Layer Black · 38 pt
- Triple-Layer Red · 38 pt
- Triple-Layer Blue · 38 pt
- Paper and Coating Notes:
- Cover means card stock; book or text paper is generally lighter.
- C2S identifies stock coated on both sides; the additional UV coating is a separate order choice.
- Gloss surfaces reflect more light; uncoated surfaces give a softer appearance.
- Use an uncoated, lightly printed area for handwriting. UV-coated areas are unsuitable for writing or overprinting.
- Avoid large areas of heavy, dark ink on uncoated paper to reduce the risk of ink transfer.
- Proofs:
- A digital proof for every order. Nothing prints until you approve it.
- Delivery:
- Local pickup or shipping. Rates and any sales tax are shown before you pay.
- More Info:
- Gloss produces a brighter surface; matte gives a quieter look. Triple-layer papers add a colored center and soft-touch velvet feel.
- For appointment cards and handwritten notes, choose 14 pt uncoated and leave writing areas clear of heavy ink.
- Choose recycled brown kraft for natural fibers, linen for a woven texture or pearl for a subtle shimmer.
- UV gloss protects the printed surface but cannot be written or printed over. Use front-only gloss when the reverse needs a different surface; sheen and color brightness can differ between sides.
- For gloss cards, apply UV only to color-printed sides. Blank and grayscale backs should remain free of high-gloss UV.
- Paper and finish selections can affect available quantities. Confirm the combination before placing a large order.
- For a familiar everyday card, start with a standard rectangle on 14 pt gloss, printed in full color on both sides.
- Raised UV and foil build contrast over selected elements. They are available on 16 pt Premium Matte, with raised elements kept inside the trim.
All of our paper stocks are premium quality and printed in full color.
14 ptUncoated Cover · 14 pt
About this paperNatural white card stock for handwritten notes and appointment reminders.
- Uncoated surface
- Suitable for handwriting
- 14 pt card stock
13 ptPremium Linen · 13 pt
About this paperA fine woven texture gives simple designs a tactile finish.
- Subtle linen texture
- Writable surface
- 13 pt card stock
16 ptPremium Matte Cover · 16 pt
About this paperSmooth matte card stock with a substantial feel; the base for raised finishes.
- Smooth matte surface
- Writable without raised decoration
- 16 pt card stock
18 ptUltra Premium Pearl · 18 pt
About this paperAn off-white pearl surface adds a gentle shimmer to full-color designs.
- Soft pearlescent shimmer
- Natural off-white shade
- 18 pt card stock
18 ptPremium Kraft · 18 pt
About this paperBrown recycled paper with visible natural fibers for a rustic card.
- 100% recycled brown paper
- Writable natural surface
- 18 pt card stock
18 ptUltra Premium Smooth White · 18 pt
About this paperA thick, bright white card with a clean matte surface.
- Smooth matte finish
- Writable surface
- 18 pt card stock
100 lbMatte Cover · 100 lb / 10 pt
About this paperCrisp white cover with a restrained matte finish for larger runs.
- White matte cover
- Similar surface to premium matte
- 100 lb / 10 pt card stock
- 38 pt
38 pt. Trifecta Red with Velvet Finish
- Extra thick
- 14 pt
14 pt. Gloss
- Thick, sturdy, high-shine gloss
- 24 pt
24 pt. Trifecta Green with Velvet Finish
- Extra thick
- 38 pt
38 pt. Trifecta Blue with Velvet Finish
- Extra thick
- 38 pt
38 pt. Trifecta Black with Velvet Finish
- Extra thick
- Bleed:
- Extend backgrounds 0.125" beyond each trim edge. Standard artwork with bleed is 2.25" x 3.75"; Slim is 2" x 3.75"; Mini is 2" x 3.25". Swap the dimensions for the other orientation.
- Safe Zone:
- Keep text and logos at least 0.125" inside the trim line. For rounded corners, also keep important details away from the curved corner cuts.
- Resolution:
- 300 dpi at the final printed size.
- Color Mode:
- Prepare print artwork in CMYK. Screen colors can differ from printed color.
- File Formats:
- Print-ready PDF preferred; PNG, JPG and TIFF are also accepted. Flatten image layers and embed or outline PDF fonts.
- File Size:
- Check the current per-file limit shown in the upload window. For an oversized two-sided file, upload the front and back separately.
- Printed Sides:
- Supply one page per printed side. For two-sided cards, use a two-page PDF in front-then-back order, or upload the front and back separately.
- Rounded Corners:
- Supply rectangular artwork with the same 0.125" bleed. Do not draw a cut line into the printed design; all four corners are trimmed to a 1/4" radius after printing.
- Proof:
- Review the instant proof for cropping, orientation, spelling and front/back placement. Approve your artwork before printing; contact our team if you need help checking the file.
- Raised UV and Foil:
- Supply a separate black-and-white mask for the raised areas, aligned to the color artwork. Keep raised details away from trim edges and request a file check before production.
- PDF Proof:
- Request a manually reviewed PDF proof from our team. We check dimensions and file setup, contact you about corrections and send a proof for your approval before printing. Confirm current availability when ordering.
Match your artwork to the selected size rather than stretching another card layout. Incorrect dimensions or missing bleed may require file changes before approval.
Your printing price includes processing one artwork set and preparing one proof. Check spelling, layout and contact details carefully before approving. Sign in to your account to follow your order status.
- Standard Layout:
- Trim: 2" x 3.5". File including bleed: 2.25" x 3.75".
- Slim Layout:
- Trim: 1.75" x 3.5". File including bleed: 2" x 3.75".
- Mini Layout:
- Trim: 1.75" x 3". File including bleed: 2" x 3.25".
- European Layout:
- Trim: 2.17" x 3.35". With our 0.125" bleed per edge: 2.42" x 3.60".
- Compact Layout:
- Trim: 2" x 3". With our 0.125" bleed per edge: 2.25" x 3.25".
- Horizontal and Vertical:
- Use the short dimension first for vertical layouts and the long dimension first for horizontal layouts. Include bleed on every side.
- Rounded Corner Layouts:
- Use a rectangular file with 0.125" bleed, leaving extra space around the curved corner cuts. Keep text at least 0.125" inside the straight trim edges.
Build your document at the dimensions above, with trim and safe-zone guides that do not appear in the exported artwork. Use 300 dpi images and CMYK color, flatten image layers and embed or outline fonts. Export PDF, PNG, JPG or TIFF.
For a starting design, browse the style and industry ideas on the information page or contact our design team to discuss a custom layout.
Honest Pricing Guarantee — Our Low Price Promise
Our Low Price Promise means clear, competitive pricing with the selected options shown before you order. Compare your paper, finish, printed sides and quantity together.
The prices displayed during this rollout are sample prices. Shipping is calculated separately at checkout; ask our team for help planning your order.
