First order tips please
Hey, welcome to the community! I remember my first order, and honestly the biggest thing I wish someone had told me is exactly what you said: use a real address from the state you're trying to represent. Let me break that down a bit more — because there's more to it than just Googling one and typing it in.
Step 1: Find a genuine address. The address printed on the ID should be a real, deliverable location in the correct state and the right zip code range for the city you pick. Don't just grab the first address from Google Maps — double-check that the street name and number actually exist in that city. Also make sure the zip code matches the specific street. Using a PO Box is a no-go because real IDs don't have those. A business address can work if it looks residential, like a small apartment building or a duplex listed as a unit. I usually search for for-sale or rental listings to find real but less common addresses.
Step 2: Match the template to the state. Different states have different address formats — for example, some use "St" vs "Street", or have directional prefixes like "N" or "SE". Make sure you type the address exactly as the state's DMV would, including abbreviations. Also check the template's font and spacing — if you use all caps but the template shows mixed case, it'll look off. Key terms to know: PLD (Pseudo License Database) is
Dont use your actual address. Pick something random in that state
For the address on the ID, should I use my real address or make one up?