Can I see what my stickers will look like before ordering?

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Cindy Hügel
June 12, 2025
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Can I see what my stickers will look like before ordering?

Not exactly, but we will send you a digital representation of what your custom stickers or labels will look like within 12 business hours of placing your order. You can then approve it once you're completely satisfied.

We do ask for payment when you place your order, but you can cancel your order easily at this stage, so there’s no risk.

Below, you’ll find an overview of our proofing options as well as a quick and easy way to cancel your order.

What is a digital design proof?

A design proof is a digital representation of what your final sticker or label will look like when printed. Your proof will be sent to you within 12 business hours of ordering. It includes the material you selected, the shape you chose, the sticker size you ordered, and of course, your custom artwork. You can find some examples below, but if you want to learn about them in more detail, check out our blog post “What is design proof?

For example, if you ordered die cut stickers on mirror silver, your design proof will look something like this:

Example of a design proof of a die cut sticker with a bleed and a cutline added

The magenta line you see around the design indicates the cut line. It marks the edge of your stickers and will not be printed.

When you order labels on sheets, your design proof will look a little different:

Example of a design proof of a die cut sticker with a bleed and a cutline added

The green line around each label shows the edge of your labels, while the magenta line indicates the edge of your sheet. Your labels will only be cut through the material layer. This means they’ll stick to the sheet when they arrive, but each label will be peelable. None of the cut lines will be printed.

When to request a design proof

Unless you specify otherwise, we’ll always send you a design proof. We recommend requesting one every time you order a new design or make changes to an existing one.

They’re simply a great tool for peace of mind.

You can double-check that the changes you requested were made exactly how you imagined. And you're in control of when your design is sent to print.

When you place your order, you’ll see the selection below in your cart:

Screenshot of checkout page requesting a design proof

Select “add proofing instructions” to leave any comments, instructions, or questions for our design team. They’ll then send you your proof within 12 hours. You can also skip this step and send your design straight to production.

When to skip proofing

You don’t have to request a design proof. If you need your stickers or labels fast and are confident in your artwork, you can send your design straight to print. Read our article on how to prepare your artwork for custom stickers and labels to learn more about creating the perfect design.

Please note that you can no longer cancel your order after your design is sent to print, as production will already be underway.

While we usually recommend requesting a proof, skipping it can work well for reorders. Have you already ordered from us and loved your stickers or labels? Then you can simply reorder the exact same design and skip proofing, like this:

Screenshot of the checkout page skipping a design proof

You can find more detailed instructions on how to reorder right here.

What is instant proofing?

The third option is instant proofing. This lets you see your proof as you create your design. We currently offer this through our free design tool, Graphic.

When you create a design within Graphic, you can enter the size and select the shape. Graphic will then generate an instant proof for you. It might look something like this:

Screenshot of a template in Graphic to explain instant proofing

If you're happy with it, you can send your new design straight to print. But if you’d like to see a design proof just to be sure, you can absolutely do that too.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes, you can. We get that ordering a physical product online can feel a little uncertain. So if you want to cancel your order at any point during the proofing process, you’re absolutely free to do so, no questions asked.

Just contact us and request to cancel your order. Our customer service team will refund the full amount to your original payment method.

Again, please remember: you can’t cancel your order after you've approved your design proof. However, if there’s anything wrong with the stickers or labels you receive, you can reach out to us (ideally with photos of the issue), and our customer service team will help resolve it ASAP. You can also view our returns policy here.

Ready to order stickers and labels? Check out our custom stickers!

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