Letter Template System - Automated Document Generation & Mail API
Overview
The Letter Template System is a powerful visual editor and API-driven solution for creating, managing, and sending personalized physical mail at scale. Design professional letter templates with your branding, embed dynamic variables, and generate thousands of customized letters through a simple REST API integration. Welcome to modern Mail Merge
Key Features
Visual Template Editor
Create professional letter templates with an intuitive split-screen interface. Real-time preview shows exactly how your letters will look when printed and mailed. No coding required for template design.
Dynamic Variable System
Insert variables anywhere in your templates using simple {{variable_name}} syntax. Personalize each letter with recipient-specific data including names, addresses, amounts, dates, and custom fields. Variables are automatically populated when you submit orders through the API.
Logo & Branding Integration
Upload and embed your company logo directly into templates. Logos are stored as base64-encoded images within the template, ensuring consistent branding across all mailings. Build a reusable logo library for multi-brand organizations.
QR Code Generation
Embed QR codes in your letters for enhanced customer engagement. Two modes supported:
- Immediate Generation: Generate QR codes during template creation for static URLs
- Variable QR Codes: Pass unique QR code data per recipient via API for personalized tracking links
RESTful API Integration
Send letters programmatically through a simple multipart form data API. Submit recipient addresses, sender information, template GUID, and variable data in a single API call. Supports all major USPS mail classes including First Class, Certified, and Priority Mail.
Template Management
- Save and reuse templates across multiple campaigns
- Edit existing templates while preserving version history
- Duplicate templates to create variations quickly
- Delete outdated templates with confirmation safeguards
- Export API integration examples with working curl commands
Use Cases
Debt Collection & Legal Notices
Send personalized payment reminders, collection notices, and legal correspondence with proper formatting and tracking. Embed account balances, payment due dates, and case numbers as variables.
Healthcare & Medical Billing
Automate patient statements, appointment reminders, and explanation of benefits letters. Include personalized amounts due, service dates, and provider information.
Financial Services
Generate account statements, loan notifications, tax documents, and compliance mailings. Maintain regulatory compliance with consistent formatting and audit trails.
Government & Municipal Services
Send tax notices, permit approvals, violation notices, and public notifications. Scale from single letters to mass mailings with the same template.
E-Commerce & Retail
Create personalized thank you letters, promotional offers, and customer appreciation mailings. Drive online engagement with QR codes linking to exclusive offers.
Non-Profit & Fundraising
Send donation acknowledgments, event invitations, and impact reports with personalized donor information and contribution amounts.
Technical Capabilities
Supported Mail Services
- USPS First Class Mail
- USPS Certified Mail with Return Receipt
- USPS Priority Mail
- International Mail Services
Template Specifications
- Standard 8.5" x 11" letter format
- Full-color printing support
- PNG and JPEG logo formats
- Base64 image embedding
- HTML-based rendering engine
- Variable text formatting (size, alignment, bold)
API Features
- RESTful multipart form data submission
- Bearer token authentication
- JSON variable payloads
- Batch processing support
- Real-time order tracking
- Webhook notifications for delivery events
Data Security
- Secure template storage
- Encrypted API communications
- Role-based access controls
- Company-level data isolation
- Audit logging for compliance
Integration Workflow
- Design Template: Use the visual editor to create your letter layout with logos, text blocks, and QR codes
- Add Variables: Insert dynamic placeholders like
{{first_name}},{{balance_due}},{{due_date}} - Save Template: Template is stored with a unique GUID for API reference
- API Integration: Copy the auto-generated curl command and integrate into your application
- Submit Orders: Send API requests with recipient data and variable values
- Automated Fulfillment: Letters are printed, inserted into envelopes, and mailed via USPS
Benefits
Time Savings
Eliminate manual letter creation and mailing processes. What once took hours now takes seconds. Scale from 1 letter to 10,000 letters with the same effort.
Cost Efficiency
No need for in-house printing equipment, envelope stuffing, or postage management. Pay only for letters you send with transparent per-piece pricing.
Personalization at Scale
Send uniquely customized letters to every recipient while maintaining brand consistency. Increase engagement rates with personalized content.
Developer-Friendly API
Simple REST API integration works with any programming language. Comprehensive documentation, working examples, and curl commands included.
Brand Consistency
Centralized template management ensures every letter matches your brand guidelines. No more inconsistent formatting or outdated logos.
Compliance & Tracking
Built-in audit trails for regulatory compliance. Track every letter from creation to delivery with detailed status updates.
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Getting Started
Create your first template in minutes. The visual editor guides you through every step with helpful hints and real-time preview. Once your template is saved, copy the API integration example and start sending personalized letters immediately.
No special software required. No printing equipment needed. No postage management headaches. Just design, integrate, and send.
Ready to automate your physical mail? Start creating templates today and transform how your organization communicates through postal mail.