Affordable pricing

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Send messages to loved ones from as low as 50p per message

Each message includes a reply + up to 3 images

Compare the Options

See how Purple Post stacks up against alternatives

Comparison of messaging service costs
ServiceCost per MessageWhat's Included
Purple Post£0.50Message + up to 3 images + reply
Email a Prisoner (EMAP)£1.64Message + 3 images + reply
Traditional Letter£1.74+Two stamps (£0.87 × 2) + paper + envelope + printing + time to post (days)

Save 70% with Purple Post and get instant delivery plus photos!

Choose Your Credit Package

1 credit = 1 message (includes reply + up to 3 images)

£1.25
Starter
1 Credit
1 message*
£1.25 per message
  • Up to 3 photos per message
  • Instant delivery**
  • Reply included
£2.65
Value
3 Credits
3 messages*
88p per message
  • Up to 3 photos per message
  • Instant delivery**
  • Reply included
£3.75
Popular
5 Credits
5 messages*
75p per message
  • Up to 3 photos per message
  • Instant delivery**
  • Reply included
MOST POPULAR
£6.00
Most Popular
10 Credits
10 messages*
60p per message
  • Up to 3 photos per message
  • Instant delivery**
  • Reply included
£10.00
Premium
20 Credits
20 messages*
50p per message
  • Up to 3 photos per message
  • Instant delivery**
  • Reply included
£25.00
Best Value
50 Credits
50 messages*
50p per message
  • Up to 3 photos per message
  • Instant delivery**
  • Reply included

*What does "messages" mean?

Each message includes your outbound message (with up to 3 images) plus one reply from your loved one. 1 credit = 1 complete message exchange.

**About Delivery Times

Purple Post delivers instantly to the prison or secure hospital. However, messages may need to pass through security checks (like any other item of mail) before reaching the recipient.

Digitally-enabled establishments: Messages are delivered directly to in-cell devices and are typically available immediately after security processing.

Non-digital establishments: Messages are printed and delivered with the regular mail for that day.

Calculate Your Savings

See how much you could save with Purple Post

Optimal Purple Post Package (Annual):

  • 2 × 50 Credit Package (50 credits each) = £50.00
  • 1 × 20 Credit Package (20 credits each) = £10.00
  • Total: 120 credits for £60.00
Purple Post
£60.00
per year
Email a Prisoner (EMAP)
£196.80
per year
Traditional Post
£208.80
per year
Save vs Email a Prisoner
£136.80
per year
Save vs Traditional Post
£148.80
per year

* Comparison based on 1 message + up to 3 images + 1 reply. Email a Prisoner (EMAP): £1.64 per message. Traditional Post: £1.74 (two stamps at £0.87 each) plus paper, envelope and printing costs.

Pricing FAQs

What's included in 1 credit?

1 credit gives you 1 complete message exchange: your outbound message (with up to 3 photos) plus 1 reply from your loved one.

Do credits expire?

Your credits never expire. Buy them when you want, use them when you need.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept all major debit and credit cards. All payments are secure and processed through industry-standard payment providers.

How fast is delivery?

Purple Post delivers instantly to the establishment, but messages may need to pass through security checks before reaching your loved one.

At digitally-enabled establishments, messages appear directly on in-cell devices after security processing. At non-digital establishments, messages are printed and delivered with regular mail.

Can I get a refund on unused credits?

Please see our Terms & Conditions for our refund policy. Contact our support team if you have questions about your credits.