Mailmark franking: a complete guide

Mailmark is Royal Mail’s barcode franking standard, launched on 31 March 2014. It replaces the traditional “town and crown” die with a 2D barcode printed in blue ink, and it carries the best available franking rates, making it one of the cheapest and smartest ways for UK businesses to frank mail.

What is Mailmark franking?

Mailmark is the latest generation of franking, released by Royal Mail and available on a range of franking machines. It is designed to make franking mail a cheaper and easier alternative to traditional stamping.

The Mailmark 2D barcode

When you use Mailmark, your franking machine prints a 2D barcode onto each mail item. This barcode carries important mail information, is franked in blue ink, and improves the overall look of your mail.

Mailmark franking benefits

Using the Mailmark service gives your business even more franking benefits, including:

• Lower franking prices
• A more professional image
• Automatic postage price updates
• A LAN connection instead of an analogue one
• Reduced risk of customer dissatisfaction
• No more over- or under-paying for a mail item
• Access to the mail reporting web app

Who can use Mailmark?

Mailmark can be used by UK businesses of all sizes. As long as you send mail regularly, by stamp or by frank, your business can use Mailmark and gain the benefits that come with it.

Get a Mailmark franking machine

Mailcoms can supply your business with a franking machine that is compatible with Mailmark. Get a Mailmark franking machine quote, view our range of Mailmark franking machines, or learn more about Mailmark franking. You can also call us on 01543 572 776.

FAQs

What is Mailmark franking? Mailmark is Royal Mail’s barcode franking standard. It prints a 2D barcode in blue ink and carries the best available franking rates.

When did Mailmark launch? Royal Mail launched Mailmark on 31 March 2014.

Who can use Mailmark? Any UK business that sends mail regularly can use Mailmark with a compatible Mailmark franking machine.