● State Prison
Connect with someone at Utah State Prison
Utah routes 2 facilities through YardLink — covering UDOC state prisons and county
jails including Salt Lake County (Salt Lake City), Utah County (Provo), Weber County (Ogden),
and Davis County (Layton). YardLink replaces JPay's per-message stamp costs with free
letters and photos, so families from Salt Lake City to Provo, Ogden, and St. George stay
connected without buying weekly credit packs.
See how it works in our
free messaging guide,
or check the
UT family resources hub.
Facility
Utah State Prison
YardLink Cost
$0 / message
Start Free Messaging at Utah State Prison →
YardLink vs. JPay & Securus at Utah 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 Utah State Prison →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact someone at Utah State Prison?
Create a free account at
YardLink. Once your account is set up, your incarcerated loved one at Utah 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 Utah 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 Utah 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 "Utah State Prison messaging"?
It refers to electronic communication with people incarcerated at Utah State Prison in Draper, Utah. 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 Utah 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 Utah 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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