Canva template creation
Design templates in Canva and sell them via Etsy/Gumroad or Canva's own ecosystem where available.
Monthly earnings
Varies
Startup cost
under £25
Time per week
3-8 hrs
Difficulty
Harder
Earnings are estimates from published sources. Difficulty is our rating: needs a real skill, upfront work or a longer wait for income.
The basics
What it is and how it works
Create reusable templates (budgets, content calendars, pitch decks), export or share as Canva links/files, sell as digital products on your chosen storefront.
Where the money comes from
How the model works
- You create once
- Buyers download it on demand
- You earn every sale, minus fees
Honest numbers
What you could realistically earn
Varies. Niches like finance planners for UK audiences can sell repeatedly. Earnings unknown without sales history — list as varies.
No reliable monthly figure is published for Canva template creation. What you make depends on what you have and how much you put in, so we don't show a scenario chart.
Step by step
How to get started
- 1
Create designs in Canva (Pro optional but helpful)
- 2
Package as a sellable template/PDF
- 3
List on Etsy or Gumroad with mockups
- 4
Promote via TikTok carousels
- Start on canva.com →
Costs
Optional Canva Pro; marketplace fees
Restrictions
Respect Canva license for commercial use elements
Risks and catches
Template saturation; license mistakes on elements
Sources
Last checked: 9 November 2026. Terms change, so always check the platform before you sign up.
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