A quiet eco-friendly revolution has taken place in the gift card industry by Paper Gift Cards.
When you think about "Paper Gift Cards", the first thing that comes to mind may be the original paper gift card vouchers that were popular before plastic gift cards emerged.
What you may not realize is that most major retailers have already switched from plastic to eco-friendly gift cards constructed of extra thick engineered paper. If you happen to have one in your wallet, you may have to do a double take to realize it is a paper gift card because at first glance, it looks and feels nearly the same as plastic.
These sustainable paper gift cards are an ingenious solution that addresses environmental concerns while maintaining the versatility and functionality of traditional plastic gift cards. They are made from responsibly sourced materials, such as recycled paper or sustainable wood pulp, and are designed to be fully recyclable or compostable after use.
Print Robot is proud to offer two PaprCard™ solutions that can be used to produce gift cards, discount cards, VIP cards, member cards, and more with RFID embedded paper cards coming soon.
PaprCard
™ is constructed from FSC® certified virgin fiber from responsible sources.
PaprCard™ RECYCLED is constructed from FSC® certified post-consumer waste recycled fiber.
Both options feel as thick as traditional plastic cards, are recyclable, and can accommodate most of the same optional upgrades as plastic cards including magnetic stripes, barcodes, numbering, QR codes, and more.
Combining paper cards with QR codes provides an eco-friendly approach with a modern twist. QR codes can link to any website, social media profile, online ordering app, or can be taken a step further by partnering with The Wallet Group for added functionality including the beloved “Add to Wallet” smartphone feature. This optional upgrade gives customers the ability to keep the card in their wallet or leave it at home after it’s been virtually added to their digital wallet.
As consumers become increasingly conscious of their environmental footprint, the demand for sustainable products continues to rise. Paper gift cards offer a practical solution, allowing individuals to celebrate special occasions while minimizing their impact on the planet. With their growing popularity, it’s clear that this eco-friendly trend is here to stay, paving the way for a more sustainable future in the gift card industry and beyond.
About Print Robot
We are hard-coded to be passionate about producing high quality printed products at affordable prices. Print Robot creates a wide range of plastic cards, paper gift cards, magnets, signs, and decals. We offer FREE design services on most orders $250+ and print all products in the USA.
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