EspressoID
EspressoID is a cost-effective, user-friendly photo ID card software designed to simplify the creation of professional-looking identification cards. It offers unlimited data fields, card design templates, and cardholder entries, with no hidden charges. The intuitive card designer supports various image formats and provides extensive text formatting capabilities, including alignment, rotation, font customization, and transparency controls. EspressoID is compatible with popular PVC ID card printers such as Magicard, Fargo, Zebra, and Evolis, as well as Avery label sheets and Teslin lamination media for inkjet and laser printers. It also supports barcode printing for security and time attendance applications, magnetic stripe encoding, and password protection for data fields and card template creation. Additional features include multiple card batch printing, import and export functionality for CSV files, and integration with Twain and DirectShow interfaces.
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Magicard
Magicard offers TrustID, an intuitive ID card design and issuance software that simplifies the creation of professional, secure ID badges. Its drag-and-drop interface allows users to design unique cards in seven straightforward steps, eliminating the need for extensive design or database expertise. TrustID is scalable, making it suitable for small businesses as well as large projects like critical infrastructure. It supports various database integrations, from simple CSV and text files to enterprise-level databases such as MySQL, Oracle, and ODBC. The software accommodates multiple devices for photo capture, including webcams, scanners, and digital cameras, and offers features like signature capture and face recognition in its Pro editions. All editions support magnetic stripe encoding, with advanced smart card encoding available in Pro editions. TrustID's centralized data and license management enable storage of card layouts, database connections, and printer settings in one location.
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cardPresso
cardPresso is a comprehensive ID card production software designed to facilitate tasks such as design, printing, and encoding of identification cards. It caters to a wide range of organizations and user needs, offering both basic and advanced features compatible with Windows and macOS. The software is available in five scalable editions, XXS, XS, XM, XL, and XXL, each tailored to different levels of complexity and functionality. Key features include support for various database connections (such as MS Access, MS SQL, MySQL, and Oracle), native support for file formats like XLS, XLSX, CSV, and TXT, and capabilities for magnetic stripe, contact, and contactless chip encoding. The intuitive interface simplifies card production, and continuous development ensures the software remains up-to-date with the latest card technologies. Additionally, cardPresso provides free technical support, including technotes, video tutorials, and assistance via phone, Skype, and email.
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HID Asure ID
HID Global's Asure ID is a comprehensive suite of next-generation card printing software designed to cater to both simple and complex ID card issuance needs. It offers a range of options, including Asure ID Solo, Express, Enterprise, and Exchange, each tailored to specific organizational requirements. The software features an intuitive user interface reminiscent of the Microsoft Ribbon, facilitating easy design and management of photo IDs with minimal training. Asure ID supports seamless integration with various databases through its Live Link plug-in, enabling real-time data exchange with platforms like Microsoft Access and SQL Server. Advanced functionalities include batch printing, conditional design and print rules, password protection, and support for magnetic stripe encoding and barcodes. The software is optimized for use with HID's FARGO ID card printers but maintains compatibility with other popular card printers in the market.
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