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thanks.io
Thanks.io is a platform that automates the sending of handwritten-style postcards, letters, notecards, and gift cards with AI design, QR tracking, and API integrations. It connects with CRMs and other tools to personalize, print, and mail physical pieces automatically, providing real-time tracking and analytics.
THE PRODUCT, BEYOND THE PITCH
Automatically researched · Not editorially reviewed · Sources checked Nov 3, 2026
A good fit for
- Businesses seeking automated, personalized direct mail campaigns integrated with CRM and AI workflows for lead generation and customer engagement.
- Teams and agencies wanting done-for-you campaigns with dedicated account management and volume discounts.
Know the limitations
- Gift card sending requires Business or Professional paid plans; gift card value is charged separately.
- International delivery is available but priced separately and delivery times may vary by destination.
What you can do
- Lead generation and nurturing by sending personalized direct mail triggered by CRM events.
- Customer appreciation and referral programs using gift cards and personalized mailers.
Features
- Hyper-realistic handwritten fonts that appear personally written, including a realism mode with authentic crossouts.
- Dynamic QR code tracking with instant notifications and real-time analytics showing when and where mail is opened.
- Automated multi-touch drip campaigns for occasions like birthdays, holidays, or customer milestones with full automation of timing and personalization.
- Gift card sending from leading brands with flexible payment options, available on Business and Professional plans.
- AI-powered hyper-personalization including recipient house photos, last viewed products, and custom details with ChatGPT prompt integration.
Integrations
- Integrates with HubSpot, Salesforce, ActiveCampaign, Pipedrive, Shopify, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, Magento, Zapier, Make, Pipedream, and over 8,000 apps.
Platforms & data export
- Accessible via dashboard, CSV upload, Zapier, API, and MCP server for AI agent workflows.
THE COST FOR YOUR TEAM
Go beyond the starting price.
Published plan prices for your team size and usage. Results update as you type. Taxes, currency conversion and unlisted add-ons are excluded, and anything the source did not state is called out rather than guessed.
Cheapest fit for 1 person, all 1 tools
$49.00/month
$588.00 a year on these plans.
Some figures carry conditions the vendor did not state — see the notes beside each plan.
| Tool / plan | Monthly | Per year | What this assumes |
|---|---|---|---|
BusinessCheapest fit Flat subscription | $49.00 | $588.00 |
Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Published as a starting price. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider. |
Professional Flat subscription | $199.00 | $2,388.00 |
Automatically extracted from the linked pricing source. Published as a starting price. Seat allowances, usage limits, taxes and terms are not confirmed — check them with the provider. |
A practical workflow
- Connect your CRM or store once; when a lead or order hits a trigger, Thanks.io personalizes, prints, and mails a physical piece with a QR code and fires a webhook on scan.
Based on the sources below. Editorial review does not imply hands-on product testing.
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