Common questions about 4OVER4's free online design tool, answered.
Is 4OVER4's online design tool really free?
Yes. Canvs is completely free to use. No credit card required, no trial period, no hidden upgrade fees. You get full access to all 10,000+ templates and every editing feature. You only pay when you're ready to print your design. 4OVER4 has offered this free online design tool since 2011.
Do I need to download any software?
No. Canvs runs entirely in your browser. Works on Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. No plugins, no installs. Open the page, pick a template, start designing. It also works on tablets if you prefer a larger touchscreen.
How many templates does Canvs have?
Over 10,000 templates across 350+ print products. Templates are organized by industry (restaurants, real estate, beauty, fitness, etc.) and by product type. Finding one that fits your business takes seconds. You can also browse the full template library before opening the editor.
Can I upload my own images and logos?
Yes. Upload JPG, PNG, or PDF files directly into the editor. Drag them onto your design, resize, crop, and position however you want. Your uploaded files are saved to your 4OVER4 account for future projects so you don't have to re-upload every time.
What happens after I finish designing?
Click "Send to Print." Canvs generates a print-ready PDF with proper bleed, margins, and CMYK color settings already configured. The file goes directly to 4OVER4's press floor in Queens, NY. No manual exporting, no file conversion, no uploading to a separate website.
Can I design business cards for free with Canvs?
Yes. Business cards are the most popular product designed in Canvs. Choose from hundreds of card templates or start with a blank canvas. Design both front and back in the same editor. Preview your card before printing. You can also get 200 free business cards through 4OVER4's free card program.
Is Canvs better than Canva for printing?
For print projects, yes. Canvs is purpose-built for printing. It auto-sets bleed and safety margins, generates files in the right color profile, and sends directly to G7 Certified presses. Canva is a general-purpose design tool. You still have to download the file, check the settings, and upload it to a separate printer. Canvs removes those steps entirely.
Can I save my designs and edit them later?
Yes. Every design auto-saves to your 4OVER4 account. Come back anytime to edit, duplicate, or reorder. Your uploaded images and logos stay saved too. Need to make a small change to last month's postcard? Open it, tweak it, reprint.
What print products can I design in Canvs?
350+ products. Business cards (20+ styles), postcards (4x6, 5x7, 6x9), stickers (50+ sizes), brochures (bi-fold, tri-fold, gate-fold), flyers, banners, yard signs, invitations, greeting cards, menus, rack cards, labels, and more. If 4OVER4 prints it, you can design it in Canvs.
Does Canvs check my file for print errors?
Yes. Every file, whether designed in Canvs or uploaded, gets a free 30-point quality check by 4OVER4's team before printing. They review bleed, resolution, color mode, font embedding, and trim safety. Not some automated scanner. Real people looking at your artwork. If something needs fixing, they flag it before ink hits paper.