How to Get Started

You can order from Smart Deposit at any time day or night. To send a mail message, follow these steps:

1. Log In or Register
  • If you have registered with SmartDeposit.com, simply enter your user name and password.
  • If you have not registered with SmartDeposit.com, click the “Register” button and follow the directions. We will need an email address from you so that we can send you confirmation.
2. Add inmate(s) to your recipient list
  • Click the "Add Recipient" button.
  • Select a state – selects a state from the list of states.
  • Select a facility – select participating facility from the list
  • Search for the inmate by entering the inmate ID, or first name, last name. Be careful to select the correct inmate!
3. Select Mail
4. Follow the prompts – depending on the selection made, you will follow different paths. Please read each prompt carefully.

What happens next?
  • Your mail message will go directly to our processing center where it will be passed to the facility. In most cases, mail will be approved (or rejected) by the correctional officers within 24 hours.