● State Prison
Connect with someone at Washington State Penitentiary
Washington State connects 6 facilities through YardLink — from WA DOC state prisons
to West Coast county jails like King County (Seattle), Pierce County (Tacoma), Spokane
County, Snohomish County, Clark County (Vancouver), and Yakima County. YardLink drops the
per-message JPay and Securus stamp charges to zero, so families between Seattle and Tacoma,
Spokane, and Vancouver can write as often as they want with photos included.
Read our
email-an-inmate guide
or check the
WA family resources hub.
Facility
Washington State Penitentiary
YardLink Cost
$0 / message
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YardLink vs. JPay & Securus at Washington State Penitentiary
| 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 Washington State Penitentiary →
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I contact someone at Washington State Penitentiary?
Create a free account at
YardLink. Once your account is set up, your incarcerated loved one at Washington State Penitentiary can connect with you through the platform. Messaging is free — no stamps, no credits, no per-message charges.
Is YardLink really free for Washington State Penitentiary 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 Washington State Penitentiary?
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 "Washington State Penitentiary messaging"?
It refers to electronic communication with people incarcerated at Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, Washington. 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 Washington State Penitentiary 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.
Other Washington facilities
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