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How to Sell Canva Templates on Etsy

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Many graphic designers are looking to make some extra money or a full-time career out of selling their work. There are many tools that designers may have already used to create various designs, with one of these being Canva.

Of course, finding the right place and method of doing this can be an obstacle. However, numerous modern platforms have made this a more achievable goal, like Etsy. This brings the question: can you sell Canva templates on Etsy? Well, the short answer is yes!

Continue reading below to learn how to sell Canva templates on Etsy

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How to Make Canva Templates to Sell on Etsy

Canva is an online tool for graphic design that is incredibly easy to use. It offers a wide array of effective but user-friendly tools to use for designs. This makes it an accessible design tool for experienced designers and those looking to enter the field. This is especially true when compared to the learning curve of other tools like Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator.

Canva offers a free plan, which allows access to over a million graphic elements, which is perfect for beginning template design. However, there is a paid plan that expands the elements and tools available to the designer. There is even a free trial for those who want to try it!

Template designs for a wide variety of niches are in high demand on Etsy, which makes this a great opportunity for experienced or flourishing designers. Here are some ideas to get started on Canva designs.

  • Wedding invitations
  • Menus
  • Social media templates (Instagram, Pinterest, and more)
  • Graduation invitations or announcements
  • Planner templates
  • Baby shower invites and announcements

The best first step is to head to Canva to get familiar with the tools and platform itself. Canva offers several instructional videos to learn initial design and editing methods. Head over to their Beginner’s Guide to get started.

Once your template is created, make sure to save it and create a duplicate, just in case. Save the file as a PNG by following this path: Share>Download>PNG>Download.

Can You Sell Editable Canva Templates on Etsy?

Of course, customers need a template that they can edit to fill in the information that they want. Some of those reading this may be wondering can you sell editable Canva templates on Etsy? Fortunately, the answer to this is yes, and it is quite simple.

Since the customer cannot edit the finished file if sent to them, they need to receive a link to the design. In the Canva design, the designer can click “Share” at the top right and then “Template Link” to copy the link for the customer.

However, the link cannot be directly attached on Etsy. This means you must send the customer a PDF file with all the details they need for the template. This file should include a link to the template design, information about your business, how to use the template, and anything else you would like to include.

Can You Sell Canva Designs on Etsy?

Some designers may want to sell their own designs for various purposes rather than just templates. However, this will typically require the paid version of Canva to be successful.

When creating designs on Canva, they can only be used for commercial use when they are completely your own design. Existing templates, stock, or elements in Canva cannot be commercially used.

Marketing Canva Templates and Designs on Etsy

An important part of selling Canva templates or designs on Etsy is marketing and research. Be sure to research the niche you are aiming for and your competitors. Pay attention to themes, fonts, and design elements that perform well or don’t. You want to know what is successful but also how to make your designs unique to other offerings. Otherwise, your template or design will simply be lost in the sea of competitors.

Additionally, an effective Etsy listing is critical for selling on the platform. Etsy allows 10 images as part of a listing, which should be used to provide the customer with visuals of what they are getting. This can include things like:

  • Title Page
  • Template Uses
  • How it Works
  • What the customer is getting in their purchase
  • Common questions or contact info for questions
  • Features, mockups, and variation options
  • How the digital download link works

This is all important information for a customer to understand the product before purchasing. Also, many Etsy customers are seeking Canva templates, so maybe include the Canva logo or a note about it in the listing.

ECWID Can Help You Launch Your Own Ecommerce Store

We hope we have answered the question: can you use designs from Canva to sell on Etsy?

It may seem like a lot of information initially, but as you get the hang of Canva and the Etsy platform, you could make passive income-selling designs in no time. If your Etsy store goes well and you want to expand into your own ecommerce store, Ecwid is here to help.

Our ecommerce store platform makes it easy to launch your new store in no time. We look forward to helping you build your new store! Whenever you’re ready to launch your own store, head over to our site to get started.

FAQ

Can You Sell Canva Pro Designs on Etsy?

Yes! You can sell Canva Pro designs on Etsy as long as they are your own design. Existing templates, elements, and more cannot be sold commercially and could result in your store being taken down. This is why it is important to review the rules and guidelines of Canva and Etsy before jumping into selling.

Can You Sell Free Canva Designs on Etsy?

You can use free Canva to create templates to sell on Etsy, as you can copy the link, but creating full designs to sell will be unlikely. Existing elements and templates available within Canva free cannot be commercialized. Be sure any design sold is completely your own creation.

 

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Max has been working in the ecommerce industry for the last six years helping brands to establish and level-up content marketing and SEO. Despite that, he has experience with entrepreneurship. He is a fiction writer in his free time.

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