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The design part takes under 60 seconds — upload, customize, submit. From there, Snapshot prints and ships your order within 2-3 business days. Since we ship from Des Moines, Iowa, most customers across the continental USA receive their cards within 4-6 days of ordering. That's fast enough for birthdays, game nights, or last-minute gifts without resorting to expensive rush shipping options. Free standard shipping is already included on every USA order, so there's no reason to wait on placing your order once you've decided what you want.

The sharper and higher-resolution your photo, the crisper your finished card will look — that's straightforward. But don't let imperfect photos stop you from ordering. Modern smartphone cameras produce more than enough resolution for a 2.5" × 3.5" card. Good lighting makes the biggest difference: photos taken in natural light or well-lit indoor settings tend to print beautifully. Avoid heavily compressed screenshots or photos that are blurry at full size. If you're unsure about your photo, our team in Des Moines reviews every order before printing, so you're not just sending it into a void — someone actually looks at it.

Absolutely. The Rookie Box packs scale from a single card all the way up to 18 cards in one order, priced between $17.99 and $49.99. That makes it practical to put together a custom set — different players, different moments, different card designs — without placing a dozen separate orders. Each card in a pack is independently customizable, so you're not locked into repeating the same template or photo. Groups of collectors, friend circles who share season tickets, or fans building a tribute collection all find the pack options the most efficient way to order.

Snapshot cards are printed at the standard trading card size of 2.5" × 3.5" — the exact same dimensions used by official NBA card manufacturers like Panini and Topps. That means your custom card fits standard card sleeves, top loaders, binder pages, and magnetic cases without any trimming or awkward sizing issues. If you want something larger and more display-oriented, the MEGA Card option measures 11" × 15" — same card design, scaled up to poster size. It's perfect for framing or putting on display in a sports room or office.

Yes — every Rookie Box order includes a free magnetic case, and the MEGA Card comes with a free protective sleeve. This is included automatically with your order; you don't need to add it or pay extra. A magnetic case holds your card rigid and dust-free, which matters if you're planning to display it or give it as a gift. It also means the card arrives protected during shipping, so what you pull out of the package looks exactly like what you designed — no bent corners, no scuffs. It's a detail that makes a real difference in how the finished product feels.

There's no minimum order requirement. You can order a single card for $17.99 and that's a complete, valid order — free shipping included, magnetic case included, printed and shipped within 2-3 business days. This makes it easy to test the product before committing to a larger pack, or to order one very specific card without paying for extras you don't need. Of course, if you want more cards, the pack options go up to 18 cards and offer solid value per card at the higher quantities. But there's no pressure to buy more than you actually want.