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Custom polo shirts
Polos blend comfort with class – great for your online store, team gear, or weekend wardrobe. Design custom polo shirts to wear or sell, and ship them worldwide.
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Why choose Printify for custom polo shirt printing?
Premium quality, honest prices
Durable fabrics, crisp prints, and embroidery from brands like adidas® and Under Armour® – with base costs from $17 and no upfront investment.
Global delivery
Ship custom polo shirts worldwide with reliable fulfillment from our trusted Print Providers.
Design in minutes
Our free Product Creator makes it simple – upload your artwork, adjust it, and preview instantly.
Custom-printed polo shirts that work for any event
Explore our collection of men’s and women’s polos from brands like adidas®, Gildan, and Under Armour®. Compare prices, fabric types, size charts, and print methods, then design your own embroidered shirts for trade shows, golf days, or everyday team wear.
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Order custom polo shirts with no minimum quantity
Need just one polo or a whole stack? Order any quantity you like – from a single piece to bulk custom polos for teams or events, with no minimum order.
Which print method is best for custom polo shirts?
From bold embroidered logos to a subtle classic look, choose the method that suits your custom design goals.
All-over print (AOP) polos
AOP covers the whole polo with vibrant, edge-to-edge patterns and designs.
Custom embroidered polo shirts
Stitched logos deliver a textured look that won’t fade or peel – the ideal choice for branded business polos and team uniforms.
Direct-to-garment (DTG) polo tee printing
DTG applies ink directly to the cotton polo for smooth, detailed prints with a soft touch. Perfect for crisp artwork on lighter shirts.
Printify uses digital printing methods, which research shows can use 90-95% less water than traditional garment printing methods.
Direct-to-film (DTF) polo designs
DTF prints sit on top of the polo for a slightly raised feel, delivering vibrant, durable results – even on darker fabrics.
Which polo shirt fabric should you choose?
The right material makes the difference between a polo your customers wear once and one they reach for regularly.
- Cotton piqué: Breathable, soft, and durable. Ideal for retail merch and casual brand wear. Pairs beautifully with embroidery.
- Performance polyester: Moisture-wicking and lightweight. The go-to material for golf teams and outdoor events, with cool comfort in any weather.
- Cotton-poly blends: A versatile material combining the soft feel of cotton with the durability of polyester. Great for company uniforms.
- Stretch jersey: Hugs the body for a modern, fitted silhouette – great for premium retail and creator merch.
When in doubt, order a sample. Feeling the fabric in person is the fastest way to know if it’s right for your audience.
How do you prepare a design file for polo shirt printing?
A great print starts with a great file.
Use high-resolution artwork
Aim for 300 DPI at print size. Low-res files look pixelated, especially on larger placements near the back or neck.
Pick the right format
PNG with a transparent background works best for logos. SVG suits vector artwork. For embroidery, simple bold shapes with limited colors translate best.
Mind the color mode
Use RGB for DTG and DTF. For embroidery, stick to solid colors that map cleanly to thread palettes – a deep blue, forest green, or gray will stitch more cleanly than gradients.
Respect the print area
Each polo style has its own zones. Keep your design within the safe area shown in our Product Creator.
Design polo shirts customers will love
Low on inspiration? Here are easy ideas friends, employees, or buyers will love.
Custom logo polo shirts
Build identity with classic digitized logos. Try simple embroidery for subtle branding or bold graphic prints for sports clubs.
Personalized golf polos with monograms
A monogram on the chest or collar feels elevated – think initials in script on performance fabric.
Promotional polo shirts
Add slogans, taglines, or graphics – think high-visibility colors like bright orange, yellow, or red for crowded events.
Branded polo shirts for merch sales
Add gamer tags, catchphrases, or stream channel names in vibrant purple, brown, or tan.
Custom-made polo shirts for niches
Niche designs make polos more fun. Think food-themed shirts with embroidered tacos, or book-club polos with illustrated spines.
Where does Printify produce your polos?
92% of Printify partner facility orders were fulfilled in the same region, helping reduce delivery times and unnecessary long-distance shipping.
60M+
Total orders completed
209
Countries and territories
140+
Facilities
Why sell print-on-demand polo shirts with Printify?
Printify is the largest print-on-demand marketplace – 2,000+ products, 90+ Print Providers, 60M+ orders completed.
100% free
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Product variety
Over 2,000 products in the largest catalog in Print on Demand. Complement your polos with mugs, hoodies, and more.
Dedicated support
Available 24/7 for orders, sizes, integrations, or anything Print on Demand. Contact us anytime.
Global printing network
Print Providers across the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, China, and Europe.
Read more: How to start a print-on-demand business and sell custom products.
How do you care for custom polo shirts?
Treat your polos right, and they’ll stay looking new for years.
- Embroidered polos: Turn inside out, wash cold on a gentle cycle, tumble dry low. Embroidery often outlasts the fabric itself.
- DTG and DTF polos: Cold wash inside out, no bleach, tumble dry low. Don’t iron over the design – press the back of the print area instead.
- AOP polos: Cold wash inside out, tumble dry low. Because the print is sublimated into the fabric, AOP designs won’t crack or peel.
A quick rule: cold water, gentle cycle, low heat, no harsh chemicals.
Integrations that help you sell custom polos
Connect your Printify account to leading eCommerce platforms – sync products, automate orders, and start selling print-on-demand polos where your customers already shop.
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What do Printify merchants say?
Liora Goren
Ahavti Lifestyle
I don’t have to invest the money I can’t lose into my business. With Printify, I only pay the fulfillment fees, and the rest is all profit.
April Showers
Afro Unicorn
I really appreciate working with Printify on my brand. Afro Unicorn was only supposed to be my design on a white shirt. It is so much more. Printify allows me the time to run the business and not work in the business.
Rich Khun
Hustle Ninjas
Printify helped me start a completely hands-off revenue stream. When you spot a niche that you want to enter quickly, you don’t have to worry about buying stock or equipment.
Christopher
Dog Ross Pet Painting
Printify Premium has helped my profit margins tremendously, and spending $20 a month has probably saved me over $200 a month.
Aiste & Karolis
MinieArt
Using Printify saved our struggling business of 6 years and gave us more time with our family.
Gary Stokes
OceansAsia
I like Printify products because they tie in with our organisation’s message.
Raihanaty A. Jalil
SHYFT Creations
I love the Printify Product Creator. It keeps everything consistent and allows me to keep my brand looking sharp and professional.
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