Samples & Proofs

Free Proofs Before We Print & Ship

Review names, dates, degree details, and layout first — so your order is right the first time.

Proofs are watermarked previews. Same-Day service is a PDF scan of the final completed document.

✔ Included Free

Proofs are free and recommended. They cut down on revisions, delays, and preventable mistakes.

💧 Watermarked Preview

You’ll receive a watermarked proof so you can verify details and request changes before production.

⚡Not the Same as Same-Day

Same-Day delivery is a PDF scan of your final completed document. A proof is a preview.

Proofs are designed to help you validate the important details before we finalize production.

 Included in your proof

  • Name spelling and capitalization
  • Dates (graduation/issue date) and any honors/distinctions
  • Degree/diploma wording and major details
  • Layout placement (text alignment and spacing)
  • General formatting preview to catch obvious issues

 Not included in a proof

  • A full-resolution scan of the final completed document
  • Final print texture, raised elements, or paper finish “in-hand”
  • Carrier tracking (tracking applies to physical shipments after production)

If you selected Same-Day Digital delivery, that PDF scan is created after final production — not at the proof stage.

  1. Start your order and complete your document details.
  2. In the order form, keep “Yes, Send Proof/Sample” selected.
  3. We create a watermarked preview and email it to you for review.
  4. You approve it or request edits (spelling, dates, formatting, etc.).
  5. Once approved, we finalize production and deliver your selected option (digital, physical, or both).

Proofs are usually sent the same business day if your order is placed before our cutoff and includes all required details.

Mon–Fri before 2:00 PM ET

Most proofs are created and sent the same business day.

After 2:00 PM ET / weekends

Most proofs are handled the next business day.

Possible delays: missing details, multiple revisions, peak volume, or major U.S. holidays.

Proofs & Samples FAQ

Proofs are generated as part of an order because they’re based on your exact details (names, dates, options, etc.). If you have pre-order questions, contact us and we’ll point you in the right direction.

If something is off, tell us what to fix and we’ll update the proof. Most orders are approved in 1–2 rounds.

If you’re unhappy with the layout or details, we’ll work with you on adjustments. The goal is simple: approve with confidence before production moves forward.

Proofs are usually quick. The main factor is approval speed — the sooner you approve, the sooner we finalize production.