Cardpresso Card Design Software

Cardpresso: Professional Card Design & Printing Software

Cardpresso Software is a comprehensive and professional software solution designed for creating, personalizing, printing, and encoding ID cards and badges efficiently and easily. It serves organizations of all sizes — from small businesses to large corporations, government institutions, universities, and security-focused enterprises — aiming to streamline card production workflows with powerful features and extensive flexibility.

Overview

Cardpresso handles the entire lifecycle of card issuance — from intuitive design and database integration to secure encoding and high-quality printing. It supports both Mac and Windows environments, making it versatile for diverse operational needs. The software is continuously updated and backed by technical support to ensure reliable long-term usage.

Core Features

User-Friendly Design Tools:
Cardpresso offers a visual design environment where users can drag and drop images, logos, text fields, barcodes, and more. It includes predefined templates and graphic tools that make creating professional card layouts quick and easy, even for beginners.

Database Connectivity:
The software connects seamlessly with common data sources including Excel, CSV, TXT and more advanced systems through ODBC, allowing dynamic personalization of card elements based on stored records.

Photo & Variable Data Management:
Cardpresso supports photo integration with automatic face cropping in higher editions, enabling efficient photo ID creation and variable data printing — ideal for employee badges, student cards, and access credentials.

Encoding Capabilities:
Depending on the edition chosen, Cardpresso can encode magnetic stripe cards, contact chips, and contactless RFID cards — including advanced technologies such as MIFARE DESFire in its highest editions.

High Compatibility & Printer Support:
The software works with virtually all card printers on the market, allowing both single and batch printing with consistent, high-quality results. It also supports printing on standard paper or label devices if required.

Five Scalable Editions

Cardpresso Software is available in five editions, each tailored to different user needs and organizational scales:

• XXS: Basic design and print tools for simple card projects.

• XS: Adds database connection and barcode options for small businesses.

• XM: Adds advanced database support, 2D barcodes, and photo handling for schools and medium enterprises.

• XL: Includes RFID and smartcard encoding, multi-layout designs, and automated printing.

• XXL: Top tier edition with support for DESFire encoding, network licensing, and web print server features for multi-site deployments.

Why Choose Cardpresso?

• Comprehensive Toolset: Combines design, personalization, and encoding in one platform.

• Flexible Scalability: Editions range from entry-level to advanced security solutions for complex environments.

• Global Reach & Support: Available in over 30 languages with ongoing development and technical support.

• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works on both Windows and macOS, suitable for diverse IT infrastructures.

Ideal Use Cases

Cardpresso Software is perfect for producing high-quality:

• Employee and access control badges

• Student and faculty ID cards

• Membership and loyalty cards

• Event passes and visitor badges

• Secure smart cards with embedded encryption

Whether for straightforward badge creation or advanced security encoding across multiple locations, Cardpresso delivers reliable performance and flexibility for professional card production.