● Federal Prison
Connect with someone at FCI Cumberland
Maryland connects 6 facilities through YardLink — covering MD DPSCS state prisons
and county jails across Baltimore City and Baltimore County, Montgomery County, Prince
George's County, Anne Arundel County, and Howard County. YardLink replaces JPay and Securus
stamp fees with free letters and photos, so families from Baltimore to Annapolis, Frederick,
and the DC suburbs can stay in touch without weekly credit purchases.
See how it works in our
email-an-inmate guide,
or check the
MD family resources hub.
YardLink Cost
$0 / message
Start Free Messaging at FCI Cumberland →
YardLink vs. JPay & Securus at FCI Cumberland
| 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 FCI Cumberland →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact someone at FCI Cumberland?
Create a free account at
YardLink. Once your account is set up, your incarcerated loved one at FCI Cumberland can connect with you through the platform. Messaging is free — no stamps, no credits, no per-message charges.
Is YardLink really free for FCI Cumberland 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 FCI Cumberland?
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 "FCI Cumberland messaging"?
It refers to electronic communication with people incarcerated at FCI Cumberland in Cumberland, Maryland. 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 FCI Cumberland 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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