Metal cards for fintechs that move fast.
Design, network approval and production for small neobanks and card programs, without the big-bank minimums.
ID-1 card · mm
Built for
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Neobanks
A flagship card that makes a new brand feel established.
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Business banks
Premium cards for founders and their teams.
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Crypto & stablecoin
A physical card worth showing off.
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Rewards programs
A top tier people actually want to reach.
Problem
A metal card is the most physical thing a fintech ships. Yet getting one made still works the way it does for big banks: high unit costs, months-long chip lead times and minimums that don't match early demand.
Card designer
See your card in metal.
Upload a logo, pick a finish and spin it. A demo to explore the look, not a final proof.
Drag to spin
PNG or SVG, up to 2 MB. Transparent works best.
Like it? We'll turn it into a real proof.
Book a callThis designer is a demo to explore the look. Logo and chip placement follow network clear-space rules. Final artwork, materials, colors and network approval are confirmed with you in a proof before anything is produced.
How it works
One partner from artwork to delivery.
Talk to us- 01
Design
We turn your brand into a metal card that passes network rules.
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Network approval
We prepare the artwork package and manage the submission.
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Production
Your run is made, personalized and quality checked.
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Delivered
Cards ship to your fulfillment partner, ready to issue.
Tiers
Three ways to put metal in a wallet.
Cross-sections, not to scale
Metal core
A metal inlay inside a plastic shell. Real weight, familiar feel, lowest cost.
Hybrid
A metal face bonded to a plastic back. Cold to the touch, crisp engraving.
Full metal
Solid steel front to back. The heaviest card in the wallet, and the loudest drop.
FAQ
Questions founders ask first.
What are the minimums for a custom metal card?
Lower than big-bank programs. We're aiming for first runs sized for a launch, not a national rollout. Exact minimums depend on the tier and are confirmed in writing before you commit.
How long does it take to make metal cards?
It depends on the tier and on network approval. New EMV chip orders are running about five months end to end in 2026, so we plan around supply from day one, and you get a written timeline before anything is ordered.
Do you handle Visa and Mastercard approval?
Yes. We prepare artwork to the network's brand standards and manage the submission alongside your issuing partner.
Who makes the cards?
Established card manufacturers. We tell you exactly which facility is producing your cards, and share its certifications, before you sign.
Can you match our brand exactly?
As closely as metal allows. We match your logo, finish and edge color, and you approve a final proof before production starts.
Book a call
Planning a card launch? Let's talk.
15 minutes. Tell us about your program and we'll tell you what's realistic.
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Rather write?
Or email hello@heftcards.com