What Printed.com does

Printed.com is a UK-based, privately held digital and lithographic printing services company founded in 2011 and headquartered in Cramlington, Northumberland, where it also operates its own production facility. The company sells custom printed products directly to end customers through a self-serve e-commerce platform, covering business cards, postcards, stickers, envelopes, greeting cards, wedding stationery, posters, banners, leaflets, brochures, bookmarks, Giclée fine art prints, calendars, vinyl decals, and a range of promotional items. It offers more than 35 paper stocks (approximately 98% of small format papers FSC certified under FSC C030164) and premium finishes including gold, silver and holographic foiling, white ink, spot UV, embossing and debossing. Differentiated service mechanics include a Version Printing service (up to 100 designs in a single order), a Bespoke Service for non-standard specifications, free sample packs, and a Personalisation Service for mass mail-merge on envelopes.

The business operates a horizontal segmentation strategy spanning wedding couples and wedding stationers, small businesses and entrepreneurs, creative designers and artists, the education sector, and charity organisations, each served through tailored programmes such as trade discounts, education benefits, charity benefits, and a student discount. Go-to-market is product-led growth through the website configurator, supported by a 100+ page content library, multi-platform organic social (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn, Pinterest, TikTok), email marketing, a Trustpilot presence, an affiliate programme, and a customer referral scheme. A Printed Plus subscription/membership programme overlays a retention and LTV layer on top of the underlying per-order unit pricing model.

The company is part of The Printed Group (theprintedgroup.com) and is independently funded with no disclosed venture capital, private equity, or public listing. Revenue, ownership structure, and management team are not disclosed in available sources. The company employs between 101 and 250 people, markets exclusively to UK customers, and shows no disclosed AI/ML capability, integrations, or platform API.

Name

Printed.com

Legal name

Printed.com

Website

https://printed.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing Services

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111), Printing (32311), Stationery Product Manufacturing (32223)

SIC

Commercial Printing (2750)

akta.pro primary industry

On‑Demand Copy & Print Shops (Walk‑In / Quick Print) (EDAEAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Large-Format & Specialty Printing (Signage, Posters, Displays) (MPAJALAD), Finishing & Post-Press Services (Cutting, Folding, Collating, Laminating, Foil, Emboss) (MPAJALAF), Direct-to-Container & Digital Printing (Inkjet/Laser) (IMALAKAF)

Keywords

• Digital printing services
• Custom print products
• Wedding stationery printing
• Business printing materials
• Online print shop

Headquarters

HQ city

Cramlington

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Custom Print Products: One-time transaction-based revenue from custom printing services. Customers pay per order based on product type, quantity, paper stock, and finishing options. Products include business cards, wedding stationery, greeting cards, stickers, banners, posters, envelopes, and various other print materials.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Printed.com is a UK-based online custom printing company that designs, produces, and ships a wide range of physical printed products including business cards, wedding stationery, postcards, stickers, envelopes, greeting cards, banners, posters, leaflets, brochures, calendars, fine art prints, labels, and promotional materials. Orders are placed through a self-serve e-commerce platform where customers configure paper stocks, finishes, and quantities, with production carried out in the company's own print facility using both digital and lithographic presses.

Product overview

Printed.com is a digital printing services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of print products. The core offering includes business cards, postcards, stickers, envelopes, greeting cards, wedding stationery, posters, banners, leaflets, brochures, and fine art prints. The company provides various paper stocks (over 35 papers including textured, recycled, and luxury options) and special finishes (foil, white ink, spot UV, embossing). Additional services include Version Printing for multi-design orders, a Bespoke Service for custom specifications, and a Rewards Programme for returning customers. Products support both digital and lithographic printing methods. The platform caters to individuals, small businesses, wedding planners, and corporate clients with options for personalisation and custom printing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Business Cards Standard and custom-sized business cards offered in various paper stocks and finishes including foiling and white ink, intended for individuals, small businesses, and professionals needing branded stationery.
• Postcards Printed postcards available in multiple sizes including A7, A6, A5, square, and DL formats, suitable for marketing campaigns, personal correspondence, and promotional use.
• Stickers and Labels Custom stickers available in round, square, rectangle, and A-size shapes, including clear stickers, used for branding, packaging, crafts, and promotional purposes.
• Envelopes Plain and printed envelopes in C5, C6, C7, DL, and square sizes with various paper options, used for business correspondence and wedding invitations.
• Greeting Cards Custom greeting cards for various occasions available in multiple sizes and paper types, intended for personal use, resale by designers, and corporate gifting.
• Christmas Cards Corporate and bulk Christmas cards with options for foiling, traditional designs, and customisation, intended for businesses, organisations, and individual customers sending seasonal greetings.
• Wedding Stationery Complete wedding stationery suite including invitations, save the dates, RSVP cards, menus, place cards, welcome signs, table plans, and thank you cards, targeted at couples and professional wedding stationers.
• Posters Standard posters in various sizes including A0, A1, A2, and A3 with options for indoor and outdoor use, suited for promotional, decorative, and educational applications.
• Banners Outdoor and indoor banners including PVC, mesh, roller banners, and fabric displays, used for events, retail signage, and promotional displays.
• Leaflets and Flyers Marketing leaflets and flyers available in various sizes with options for lithographic and digital printing, targeted at small businesses and organisations running marketing campaigns.
• Brochures Multi-page brochures including wiro-bound documents and saddle-stitched formats, used for corporate communications, product catalogues, and event programmes.
• Bookmarks Custom printed bookmarks available in multiple sizes for personal or promotional use, often used as keepsakes, event giveaways, or retail items.
• Giclée Fine Art Prints High-quality Giclée fine art prints for artists and photographers selling premium reproductions of their artwork.
• Business Stationery Professional stationery including letterheads, compliment slips, and gift vouchers for small businesses and corporate customers.
• Labels Self-adhesive labels including address labels and return address labels, used for personal correspondence and product packaging.
• Calendars Custom wall calendars and desk calendars for corporate gifting or resale by individuals and organisations.
• Self-Adhesive Vinyl Custom vinyl decals for windows, vehicles, and surfaces including signage applications, used by businesses and individuals for branding and decoration.
• Promotional Products Promotional items including tablecloths, light boxes, display boards, A-boards, door hangers, deck chairs, and coasters for events, retail, and marketing use.
• Bespoke Service Custom printing service for unique shapes, sizes, and specifications not available in the standard product range, aimed at customers with non-standard print requirements.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vistaprint (Cimpress): Cimpress's flagship consumer/SMB online print brand offering business cards, marketing materials, signage, and custom print products via a self-serve e-commerce platform — directly comparable to Printed.com's model, customer base, and product range.
• MOO: Premium online print brand specializing in business cards, stationery, and marketing materials with a strong focus on paper quality and special finishes — directly competitive with Printed.com's premium-finish and wedding-stationery proposition.
• Printing.com: UK-based online and franchise print service offering business stationery, marketing print, and customized products to SMBs — directly comparable geographically and in product scope to Printed.com.
• 123print: US-headquartered online commercial printer offering business cards, postcards, brochures, banners, and promotional products through an e-commerce platform — overlapping product catalogue and self-serve GTM with Printed.com.
• Solopress: UK online trade and consumer printer offering next-day business cards, leaflets, posters, and large-format printing via a self-serve platform — a direct UK competitor with overlapping trade/SMB positioning.
• Instantprint: UK online printer offering business stationery, flyers, posters, and banners with next-day turnaround — a direct UK peer competing for the same SMB and consumer print wallet.
• NextDayFlyers: Online commercial printer specializing in fast-turnaround flyers, postcards, brochures, and banners — competing directly with Printed.com's leaflets/flyers and brochure lines on speed and price.

Broad incumbents

• Snapfish: Large online photo and personalized products platform offering prints, cards, photo books, and gifts — overlapping with Printed.com's greeting cards, Giclée fine art, and personalized print lines, though photo-led rather than commercial print-led.
• Avery: Established manufacturer and supplier of labels, stickers, and printable templates for businesses and consumers — overlaps with Printed.com's stickers, labels, and self-adhesive vinyl category as a broader incumbent.

Emerging players

• Zazzle: Online marketplace enabling designers and consumers to create and order custom printed products including cards, invitations, and stationery — adjacent marketplace model overlapping with Printed.com's creative designer and wedding stationer segments.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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