What do I need to get started with a 9x12 method site?

No matter which plan you choose, onboarding is simple. You'll be able to edit your site in the dashboard within minutes of launching. For Custom Mode users, you'll fill out a simple onboarding form to get your site looking exactly how you want it to.

How quickly can my 9x12 system site launch?

Instant Mode users launch instantly on a subdomain, custom domain registration or connecting your domain can take up to 24 hours. Custom Mode users sites launch within 24 hours (with the exception of Saturday as we don't do business on the Sabbath), as long as the onboarding form is filled out in time.

Both plans include a domain of your choice, or bring your own, if you're connecting your own domain you can hook it up within an hour if you know how to edit DNS records. If you need help just use the chat widget in the bottom right corner of the screen!

Where do my leads go?

All leads are captured in your dashboard where you can view, track, and manage them. You can mark leads as New, Seen, or Contacted, add notes to track conversations, and contact them directly with one-click email or call buttons. You'll also receive email notifications for new submissions.

What happens if I cancel?

If you need to cancel or pause your subscription, your site will be turned off, but it will not be deleted, if you decide to resume again, we can turn it back on within minutes. If a domain was purchased for you, and you want to cancel and move to another service, we will transfer the domain for you to where you'd like it to be.

What kind of changes are included with a 9x12 method site?

Both Instant Mode and Custom Mode plans include editing all of the content on the base website, including background photos, text, badges, pricing sections, etc. Custom Mode users can request additional sections and features to be added to their site.

Can I have multiple cities with a 9x12 method site?

Custom Mode users have the option to run multiple cities, and we can set up a multi-edition version of the site for you.

Is a domain and hosting included?

Yes, everything including SSL is included in both packages - domain (or connect your own), hosting, SSL certificate, and ongoing maintenance and feature updates/requests.

Comparison

9x12tools vs Shopify: E-commerce is Overkill

Shopify is the king of e-commerce, but you're not selling products online. For 9x12 postcard marketing, you need a lead generation site that launches in 60 seconds, not an online store.

60s

Launch Time

Hours of Setup

$41

/month (annual)

9x12

Purpose Built

Feature Comparison

See how 9x12tools.com stacks up against Shopify for 9x12 postcard marketing websites.

Feature	9x12tools.com	Shopify
Setup Time Time to launch a complete website	60 seconds	Days/Weeks
9x12 Industry Templates Pre-built templates for postcard marketing
Live Postcard Preview Embed Canva designs directly on site
Lead Capture Focus Built for leads, not transactions		E-commerce focused
Custom Domain Included Free domain with subscription		Extra cost
No Transaction Fees Keep all your earnings		0.5%-2% per sale
Mobile Responsive Looks great on all devices
Campaign-Specific Features Built for direct mail campaigns
Starting Price Entry-level pricing	$41/mo (annual)	$39/mo
Platform Purpose What the platform is designed for	Lead Generation	Selling Products

Why Choose 9x12tools.com

Purpose-built for lead generation, not selling products
Launch your 9x12 site in 60 seconds, not weeks
Live postcard preview feature to showcase your designs
Built-in lead dashboard - no e-commerce clutter
Simple, flat pricing with no transaction fees
No inventory management or shipping features to ignore
Created by 9x12ers who understand service businesses
14-day money-back guarantee

Shopify Limitations

Built for e-commerce - wrong tool for lead generation
Complex setup process designed for online stores
Transaction fees eat into any payments you collect
Overkill features: inventory, shipping, tax calculations
No features specifically for postcard marketing
Expensive apps needed to customize for service businesses
Learning curve designed for product sellers
Support focused on e-commerce problems, not lead gen

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