Have you ever wished that you can see your face or pictures that you have personally taken on a postage stamp? These days, because of technology, it is possible to have customized or personalized stamps where you can choose the picture that will appear on your postage stamps. They are becoming more and more popular because of their novelty and uniqueness. It is also fun to see your own face and picture on the postage stamp pasted at the back of the letter that you will mail. The recipient will also look forward to receiving your letters because of the fun and unique stamp.

If you want to know where to find customized postage stamps, you can visit the top five websites that create customized or personalized postage stamps that are approved by the United States Postal Service or USPS. They are stamps.com, endicia.com, zazzle.com, yourstamps.com, and stampexpressions.com.

? Stamps.com. This is one of the first companies approved by the USPS for creating customized postage stamps. Compared to its counterparts, stamps.com personalized stamps are relatively cheaper. You can customize your stamps using photos uploaded from your computer and you can even print them in the comforts of your home. Just create an account when you visit their website and just follow the procedure. Once you have printed the postage stamp, the corresponding fee will be deducted from your credit card account.

? Endicia.com. PictureItPostage by Endicia also allows you to create customized postage stamps at home. Just go to the website pictureitpostage.com and you can download free software from the website that helps you create your own design for your postage stamp. You do not need to pay for the software. You will only pay once you ordered for these stamps in sheets. You can also use their online tool if you do not want to download the software. Once you have created the design, order for them online and specify how many you want. Endicia still needs to check your design, if it meets the standards given by USPS. Upon approval, they will print out the stamps and send them to you by courier service.

? Zazzle.com. This is another website which is approved by USPS. They have so many themes to choose from-weddings, sports, monogram, historical, love, cartoons, holidays, animals, birthdays, and other things and occasions or events you can think of. Just upload the picture that you want to see on your postage stamp once you log in to your zazzle account, choose borders, texts, and other designs, and place order. They will ship your order after 2 days.

? Yourstamps.com. This website also specializes in creating customized or personalized postage stamps. You can use these in special occasions and events like holidays, weddings, birthdays, thanks you notes, birthdays, graduations, business promotions, and others. Create an account on their website and choose the photo that you want to use. You have a free rein on how you would like your stamps to appear. Once you have made your design, order them online and fee will be automatically deducted from your credit card.

? Zazzle.com/postage_stamps. This website specializes in postage stamps. If you want personalized and professional-looking postage stamps, then visit their website. You can upload your company’s logo and use them in your stamps. Place and order and wait for them to be shipped to your house.

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