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What is franked mail?

April 18, 2014

What is franked mail?

Franked mail is mail sent using a franking machine, which prints a postage impression onto the item instead of a stamp. It works just like stamped mail but at a lower cost, and can be printed in red or blue ink.

Franked Mail Item Example

What is franked mail?

A franking machine produces a franking impression that is applied to your mail item, working just like stamped mail but at a much lower cost. Once franked, the item can be sent to Royal Mail for delivery.

Which services can you frank?

Franked mail gives your business access to a range of Royal Mail products and services, without leaving the office:

  • 1st Class Mail
  • 2nd Class Mail
  • Royal Mail Signed For
  • Special Delivery Guaranteed
  • International Standard
  • International Tracked
  • International Signed
  • International Tracked & Signed
  • Collections

Advantages of franked mail

  • Lower franking prices
  • Improved brand image
  • Easy to use
  • Time saving
  • Convenient to use
  • Money saving

Get a franking machine today

To take advantage of franked mail instead of stamps, you will need a franking machine. View our range of Mailmark franking machines and franking machines and get a quote today.

Frequently asked questions

What is franked mail?

Mail sent using a franking machine, which prints a postage impression onto the item instead of a stamp – working like stamped mail but at a lower cost.

Is franked mail cheaper than stamps?

Yes – franking machine users get Royal Mail’s discounted rates, which are lower than stamp prices.

What colour is a franking impression?

It can be printed in red or blue; Mailmark franking uses blue ink.


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