How do I message someone at Indiana State Prison?

Create a free YardLink account at yardlink.polsia.app/register. Once registered, you can connect with your incarcerated loved one at Indiana State Prison and message them for free — no per-message fees.

Is YardLink free to use for Indiana State Prison messaging?

Yes. YardLink charges $0 per message. Unlike JPay or Securus, there are no per-message fees, no stamp costs, and no hidden charges for communicating with someone at Indiana State Prison.

What is a JPay alternative for Indiana State Prison?

YardLink is a free alternative to JPay and Securus for Indiana State Prison. While JPay charges per message and per email, YardLink offers free unlimited messaging. Sign up at yardlink.polsia.app.

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Connect with someone at Indiana State Prison

Indiana families use YardLink across 6 facilities — from IDOC state prisons to Hoosier county jails including Marion County (Indianapolis), Lake County (Gary), Allen County (Fort Wayne), St. Joseph County (South Bend), and Vanderburgh County (Evansville). YardLink replaces JPay's $0.25–$0.50 per-message charges with free letters and photos, so families from Indianapolis to Fort Wayne to South Bend never watch a credit balance drain.

Get started with our free messaging guide, or browse the IN family resources hub.

Facility

Indiana State Prison

Location

Michigan City, IN

Type

State Prison

YardLink Cost

$0 / message

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YardLink vs. JPay & Securus at Indiana State Prison

Feature	YardLink	JPay	Securus
Per-message fee	$0.00	$0.25–$0.50+	$0.25–$1.00+
Account creation	✓ Free	✗ Paid stamps	✗ Paid credits
Photo sharing	✓ Included	✗ Extra fee	✗ Extra fee
Profile pages	✓ Full profiles	✗ None	✗ None
Community features	✓ Included	✗ None	✗ None
Hidden fees	✓ None ever	✗ Multiple	✗ Multiple
JPay cost comparison	See full JPay vs. GTL vs. YardLink comparison for Indiana State Prison →

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I contact someone at Indiana State Prison?

Create a free account at YardLink. Once your account is set up, your incarcerated loved one at Indiana State Prison can connect with you through the platform. Messaging is free — no stamps, no credits, no per-message charges.

Is YardLink really free for Indiana State Prison messaging?

Yes. $0 per message, always. YardLink is built on the belief that families shouldn't pay to stay connected. There are no hidden fees, no expiring credits, and no premium tiers that gate basic messaging.

What's the difference between YardLink and JPay for Indiana State Prison?

JPay charges per message (typically $0.25–$0.50+) and requires purchasing stamps in advance. YardLink charges nothing per message. Over 100 messages, that's $25–$50+ saved. Over a year, hundreds of dollars — just for the privilege of staying in touch.

What is "Indiana State Prison messaging"?

It refers to electronic communication with people incarcerated at Indiana State Prison in Michigan City, Indiana. YardLink provides a platform for this messaging at no per-message cost, along with profile pages, photo sharing, and community features.

Does YardLink need approval from Indiana State Prison to work?

YardLink is a social platform — not a facility-contracted service. Your incarcerated loved one creates their own account and controls their own connections. No facility gatekeeping, no approval process.

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