Deluxe Corporation today announced the launch of EasyContact(SM) by Deluxe, a free email marketing solution designed to make it easier than ever for small businesses to tap the power of email marketing.

EasyContact allows users to send to 100 email contacts per month absolutely free. Additional flexible plans allowing users to expand their mailings to a larger group are priced below the competition.

"Deluxe's experience in partnering with hundreds of thousands of small business owners to help them market themselves online, has helped us build a more effective email marketing solution," said Lee Schram, Deluxe Corporation CEO. "EasyContact allows the smallest of the small businesses to better compete with big business with its professional looking designs, ease of use and pricing plans that fit any business need."

Small business owners will use EasyContact to create e-newsletters, special promotions, event announcements and general business updates. EasyContact can help small businesses drive traffic to their websites and increase search engine results.

Email continues to prove to be one of the most effective and affordable ways to reach customers. According to the Direct Marketing Association, for every $1 spent on email marketing, users see a return of up to $51 on their investment.

EasyContact is the latest offering from Deluxe for Business that provides a full menu of marketing solutions for small business. From logo design, website development and hosting, direct mail campaigns, social networking, promotional items, business forms and signage, Deluxe provides a comprehensive portfolio of marketing tools and services to help small businesses attract and retain customers.