Ard mail

You're referring to "hard mail"!

Hard mail, also known as physical mail or snail mail, refers to traditional postal mail that is sent through the postal service and delivered to a physical address. This includes letters, postcards, bills, invoices, and other documents that are printed on paper and sent through the mail.

In contrast, "soft mail" or "electronic mail" refers to digital messages sent through email or other electronic means.

Hard mail has been around for centuries and is still widely used today for both personal and business purposes. It offers a tangible and often more personal way of communicating, as recipients can hold the physical letter or document in their hands and respond by mail or in person.

Some benefits of hard mail include:

  1. Tactile experience: Recipients can touch and feel the physical letter or document.
  2. Permanence: Hard mail is less likely to be deleted or lost in cyberspace.
  3. Personal touch: Handwritten notes and signatures can add a personal touch to the communication.
  4. No distractions: Recipients can focus on the content of the letter or document without distractions like notifications or pop-ups.

However, hard mail also has some drawbacks, such as:

  1. Slower delivery: Mail can take days or even weeks to arrive, depending on the distance and postal service.
  2. Higher cost: Printing and mailing physical documents can be more expensive than sending digital messages.
  3. Environmental impact: The production and disposal of paper documents can contribute to waste and environmental concerns.

Overall, hard mail remains an important means of communication, especially for personal and business purposes that require a more formal or tangible approach.