Flikshop is a unique service that bridges the communication gap between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones by enabling the delivery of personalized postcards. Operating in the correctional facility market, Flikshop serves families and friends of inmates, offering a cost-effective way to send photos and messages. The business model is straightforward: users upload photos and messages via the Flikshop app, which are then printed and mailed as postcards to the designated prison or jail. Each postcard costs as low as $0.79, making it an affordable option for maintaining connections. Flikshop generates revenue through the sale of these postcards and has been approved in over 2,700 county, state, and federal facilities. By facilitating communication, Flikshop aims to reduce recidivism and support the emotional well-being of incarcerated individuals.

Keywords: inmate communication, postcards, prison, jail, recidivism, family connection, affordable, app-based service, correctional facilities, emotional support.