What 4 Graph does

4Graph S.r.l. is an Italian online commercial printing company (tipografia online) founded in 2008 and headquartered in Sessa Aurunca, Italy, with an operational production facility in Cellole. The company operates a self-serve e-commerce platform at 4graph.it where customers configure products, upload print-ready files, and place orders without sales interaction. Its catalog spans six main categories: communication and advertising (business cards, flyers, brochures, posters, banners, stickers), publishing (books, catalogs, magazines with multiple binding options and FSC-certified paper), hospitality and food service (menus, table mats, pizza boxes, coasters, paper bags), office and stationery (letterhead, envelopes, calendars, notepads, stamps), promotional/personal projects (gadgets, fabric prints, shaped products), and electoral campaign materials. 4Graph positions itself as Italy's first fully sustainable online printing service, holding FSC Chain of Custody, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and PDR 125 certifications.

The underlying technology stack centers on digital printing with CMYK color profiles (Coated Fogra51, Uncoated Fogra52), automated file verification (format, 3mm bleeds, 300 DPI, font embedding), and an array of binding methods (saddle stitch, perfect binding, sewn binding, spiral binding, omega stitch). The company monetizes through one-time transactional orders with unit-based pricing, no minimum order quantities in most categories, quantity discounts, and free nationwide shipping across Italy via SDA, UPS, DHL, and BRT couriers. 4Graph runs two B2B sub-brand programs (4Business for resellers and 4You for professional buyers) offering preferential pricing and dedicated support, and is registered on MEPA to sell to Italian public administration entities. 4Graph S.r.l. is a privately held Italian limited company with 11-50 employees, no disclosed external institutional investment, and no parent or subsidiary structure.

Name

4 Graph

Legal name

4GRAPH S.R.L.

Website

https://4graph.it

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

4Graph S.r.l. is an Italian online commercial printing company (founded 2008) operating a self-serve e-commerce platform that lets SMBs, individuals, and professional resellers order customized print products — business cards, flyers, books, packaging, and promotional materials — with automated file verification, free nationwide shipping, and FSC/ISO certifications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Printing Services

NAICS

Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111), Printing and Related Support Activities (323), Support Activities for Printing (32312), Stationery Product Manufacturing (322230), Stationery Product Manufacturing (32223), Other Paperboard Container Manufacturing (322219), Folding Paperboard Box Manufacturing (322212), Greeting Card Publishers (513191), Commercial Screen Printing (323113)

SIC

Services-Mailing, Reproduction, Commercial Art & Photography (7330), Wholesale-Paper & Paper Products (5110), Paperboard Containers & Boxes (2650), Greeting Cards (2771), Pens, Pencils & Other Artists' Materials (3950)

akta.pro primary industry

Folding Carton & Paperboard Packaging Printing (IMALAKAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

B2B Marketplaces & Wholesale Platforms (BPAMAGAD), Office, Janitorial & Facility Supplies (B2B) (CRAEAEAE)

Keywords

• Online printing services
• Custom printing products
• Commercial printing
• Digital printing
• Print-on-demand

Headquarters

HQ city

Sessa Aurunca

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Custom Printing Products: One-time transaction sales of customized printed products. Customers upload their own design files and pay per order. No minimum order quantities in most cases, though quantity discounts apply for larger runs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

4Graph is an Italian online commercial printing service that lets customers configure, upload, and order customized printed products — including business cards, flyers, brochures, books, posters, stickers, packaging, restaurant table service items, calendars, stationery, promotional gadgets, and electoral materials — through a self-serve e-commerce platform. Production is handled in-house at its Cellole facility with automated file verification, multiple binding methods, CMYK color management, and free nationwide shipping within Italy. The platform also supports B2B reseller programs (4Business, 4You) and serves both businesses and individual consumers.

Product overview

4Graph is an online commercial printing platform operated by 4Graph S.r.l., an Italian printing company. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of print-on-demand products organized across six main categories: (1) Communication and Advertising — including business cards, flyers, brochures, posters, banners, stickers, displays, and flags; (2) Publishing — books, catalogs, magazines, and booklets with multiple binding options (hardcover, paperback/brossura fresata, wire stitching/filo refe, metal staple/punto metallico, omega stitch/punto omega, metal spiral/spirale metallica), including FSC-certified book options; (3) Restaurant/Table Service — custom menus, table mats (paper, PVC, cork, polypropylene), order pads, paper napkins, pizza boxes, cutlery bags, place cards, and bottle packaging; (4) Stationery and Office — letterhead, envelopes, document folders, agendas, notebooks, calendars, stamps, and ring binders; (5) Promotional/Personal Projects and Gifts — custom gadgets, t-shirts, pens, water bottles, bags, coasters, keychains, bookmarks, and shaped products; and (6) Electoral Products — a dedicated category for campaign materials including flags, posters, flyers, brochures, banners, t-shirts, pens, stickers, and roll-ups. The platform also includes service add-ons such as a 0.90 Euro trial print offer for B2B customers, single-copy printing from 14.90 Euro, a free print proof service for bulk orders, and B2B reseller programs (4Business and 4You). All products are configured online, print files are uploaded by the customer, and orders are shipped nationwide with free delivery throughout Italy.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 4You: A program dedicated to companies and professionals offering B2B printing solutions and benefits.
• 4Business

Products and services

• Business Cards (Biglietti da visita) Personalized business cards printed on various paper stocks and finishes, configurable in multiple sizes and orientations, for professionals and businesses.
• Brochures and Leaflets (Depliant - Pieghevoli) Brochures and folded leaflets in various folding styles, used for promotional and informational materials by businesses and organizations.
• Books, Catalogs, Magazines and Booklets Books, catalogs, magazines, and booklets available with multiple binding options including hardcover (copertina rigida), brossura fresata, filo refe, punto metallico, punto omega, and spirale metallica, for publishers and self-publishing authors.
• Posters and Flyers (Manifesti - Locandine) Posters and flyers in various sizes for events, promotions, and public advertising, including large-format options.
• Promotional Flyers (Volantini - Flyer) Promotional flyers in customizable formats for direct marketing and event distribution.
• Stickers and Adhesive Labels (Adesivi e Stickers) Custom stickers and adhesive labels available in various shapes and materials, including weather-resistant options.
• Wine, Spirits, and Oil/Vinegar Labels (Etichette e Stickers) Specialized labels and stickers including options for beer, wine and spirits, and oil and vinegar products, for food and beverage producers.
• Custom Calendars Custom calendars in various formats (wall, desk, spiral-bound) for year-round brand visibility by businesses and individuals.
• Displays, Banners, and Flags (Espositori, Banner e bandiere) Displays, banners, and flags for indoor and outdoor promotional events, trade shows, and retail point-of-sale use.
• Custom Packaging Custom packaging solutions including boxes, gift boxes, and bottle carriers for product presentation and protection, for product-based businesses.
• Promotional Gadgets and Branded Merchandise Promotional gadgets and branded merchandise including custom-printed pens, pencils, caps, t-shirts, bottles, mugs, umbrellas, balloons, cotton shoppers, and keychains, for marketing campaigns and gifts.
• Printed Fabrics (Tessuti) Printed fabrics for textile applications and promotional textile products.
• Restaurant Table Service (Servizio al tavolo) Restaurant table service products including paper tablecloths, menus, order pads, receipt holders, maxi menus, cutlery bags, place cards, paper napkins, PVC/cork/polypropylene table mats, and pizza boxes, for restaurants and food service operators.
• Custom Pizza Boxes (Scatole porta pizza) Custom pizza boxes for the restaurant and food service industry, branded with restaurant identity.
• Custom Coasters (Sottobicchieri) Custom printed coasters for bars, restaurants, and promotional use.
• Custom Paper Bags (Shopper in carta) Custom paper bags including standard, restaurant, and bottle carrier variants, for retail and hospitality use.
• Envelopes and Letterhead (Buste e carta intestata) Custom envelopes and letterhead stationery for professional business correspondence.
• Document Folders (Cartelline portadocumenti) Document folders and portfolio covers for professional document presentation.
• Custom Agendas and Planners (Agende personalizzate) Customized agendas and planners with flexible or rigid covers for personal or corporate use, for office stationery and gifting.
• Custom Notepads and Planning Blocks (Block notes - Planning) Custom notepads and planning blocks for note-taking, work organization, and brand dissemination.
• Custom Branded Notebooks (Quaderni) Custom branded notebooks for personal use or promotional gifting.
• Postcards, Invitations, and Greeting Cards (Cartoline - inviti - auguri) Custom postcards, invitations, and greeting cards for personal or business occasions, for individuals and businesses.
• Custom Bookmarks (Segnalibri) Custom printed bookmarks as promotional or gift items, for publishers and individuals.
• Custom Stamps (Timbri personalizzati) Custom stamps for office and business use.
• Ring Binders (Raccoglitori ad anelli) Ring binders for document organization and archiving, for office and corporate use.
• Custom Shaped Print Products (Prodotti sagomati) Custom-shaped print products cut to specific non-standard forms, for creative promotional and personal applications.
• FSC-Certified Books (Libri con marchio di certificazione FSC) Books printed on FSC-certified paper with chain of custody certification, ensuring responsible forestry sourcing, for publishers seeking sustainable publications.
• Electoral Printing Products (Prodotti elettorali) Electoral printing products category including electoral flags, flyers, brochures, envelopes, booth displays, stickers, magnets, fac-similes, booklets, banners, t-shirts, panels, political cards (santini), pens, roll-ups, pins, large-format posters, and electoral letters, for political candidates and parties.
• Print Boards (Plance di stampa) Print boards for large-format display applications, for trade shows, retail, and promotional events.
• Sample Books (Campionari) Sample books for papers, fabrics, stickers, and packaging materials to help customers evaluate print quality and materials before ordering.
• 4Business Reseller Program (Programma 4Business) B2B reseller program offering publishers, graphic designers, communication agencies, and event/fair companies preferential pricing, volume benefits, and dedicated support for reselling 4Graph's printing services.
• 4You Business Loyalty Program (Programma 4You) Loyalty program for businesses and professionals offering enhanced B2B services, support, and benefits tailored to recurring commercial printing needs.
• Trial Printing Service (Provaci a 0,90 Euro) Trial printing service offering flyers, business cards, and posters at 0.90 Euro for first-time B2B customers with a VAT number to test print quality and service.
• Single-Copy Book Printing (Stampa una copia da 14,90 Euro) Single-copy book and magazine printing starting at 14.90 Euro, allowing customers to print one copy for proofing before large runs, with multiple binding options including punto metallico, brossura fresata, and spirale metallica.
• Free Print Proof Service (Prova di stampa gratuita) Free print proof service for books, catalogs, and magazines orders of 100+ copies, with next-day delivery of a physical sample for quality review before full production.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% positive customer reviews
• +1 more outcomes

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Corriere della SeraminorGTM or Marketing Partner4Graph has been featured in Corriere della Sera for its sustainable printing practices and business growth.
• Il MessaggerominorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured in Il Messaggero regarding company growth and employee incentive programs.
• La RepubblicaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured in La Repubblica regarding sustainable business recognition from the German Institute of Quality and Finance.
• Il Sole 24 OreminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured in Il Sole 24 Ore regarding EU funding and three-year investment plan of 7 million euros.
• Il MattinominorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured in Il Mattino regarding sales growth and employee bonus programs.
• Bureau VeritasminorOthersThird-party certification body providing ISO 14001, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and PDR 125 certifications.
• Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)minorOthersInternational organization providing FSC Chain of Custody certification for responsible paper sourcing.
• eKomiminorOthersThird-party review platform providing independent customer review collection and verification services.
• MEPA (Mercato Elettronico della Pubblica Amministrazione)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor4Graph is registered on the Italian Electronic Market for Public Administration, allowing them to sell to government entities.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Flyeralarm: Major European online printing platform offering business cards, flyers, brochures, and large-format products. Comparable product-led e-commerce model with similar target segments (SMBs, agencies, resellers) and strong brand presence in adjacent European markets.
• Pixartprinting: Italy-headquartered online printing platform (part of Cimpress) offering flyers, business cards, packaging, and books to SMBs across Europe. Closest direct competitor in the Italian online commercial printing category with overlapping product portfolio and target customers.
• Onlineprinters: German online printing platform (part of Bertelsmann/Arvato) serving B2B buyers across Europe with flyers, brochures, packaging, and stationery. Comparable self-serve model and product breadth, though stronger in mid/larger-volume runs.
• Print24: European online commercial printing platform offering flyers, business cards, books, and packaging across multiple European markets. Comparable product breadth and online configuration model targeting SMB and mid-market customers.

Regional players

• Prink: Italian franchise-based printing and copying chain with online ordering for business cards, flyers, and stationery. Comparable Italian SMB focus with broader physical-store footprint complementing digital channels.
• Sprint24: Italian online printing service offering business cards, flyers, and small-format print products. Direct domestic competitor in the Italian SMB self-serve printing category with overlapping price points and product mix.

Broad incumbents

• Vistaprint (Cimpress): Global leader in online printing for SMBs and consumers, operating a portfolio of brands across markets. Comparable business model (self-serve web-to-print) and overlapping product categories, with materially larger scale and brand reach.
• CEWE: European photo and commercial printing group with significant online printing operations. Overlaps with 4Graph on photo products, cards, and personalized print, though with a broader consumer-photo orientation.

Emerging players

• Gelato: Global print-on-demand platform for creators, publishers, and brands needing short-run production. Comparable local-production distributed model but with focus on integration/API-based commerce rather than SMB self-serve.
• Moo: Design-focused online printing brand specializing in premium business cards, brochures, and stationery. Competes for the same design-conscious SMB and creative-agency segment in Italy via cross-border shipping.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/4Graph

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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