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Connect with someone at Maine State Prison
Maine families use YardLink across 3 facilities — covering Maine DOC sites in
Warren (Knox County), Charleston (Penobscot County), and Windham (Cumberland County).
YardLink replaces JPay's and Securus's per-message stamp fees with free letters and
photos, so families in Portland, Bangor, Lewiston, Augusta, and across Downeast Maine
can write every day without weekly credit costs.
New to YardLink in Maine? Read our
email-an-inmate guide
or browse the
ME family resources hub.
Facility
Maine State Prison
YardLink Cost
$0 / message
Start Free Messaging at Maine State Prison →
YardLink vs. JPay & Securus at Maine 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 Maine State Prison →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact someone at Maine State Prison?
Create a free account at
YardLink. Once your account is set up, your incarcerated loved one at Maine 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 Maine 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 Maine 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 "Maine State Prison messaging"?
It refers to electronic communication with people incarcerated at Maine State Prison in Warren, Maine. 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 Maine 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.
Connect with Maine State Prison — free
Stop paying JPay or Securus per-message fees. Join YardLink and message your incarcerated loved one at zero cost.
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