17 Types of Digital Products You Can Sell

Recently, I wrote an article about my experiences selling low-cost digital products. I got several questions about the specific types of products, so I thought I'd publish this list to help spark some ideas.

Of course, there are endless possibilities for digital products, but here are some product types you might want to consider, depending on your niche or industry.

This list focuses on what I would consider "simple" products that are often quick and relatively easy to create.

1. Printables

Printable products like journals, planners, checklists, and other templates are incredibly popular right now. Best of all, there are possibilities for just about any topic or niche. Of course, printables are popular at Etsy, but you can also sell from your own site.

2. Spreadsheets

You can sell budget templates, meal planners, fitness trackers, or really any type of spreadsheet that helps people to stay organized. Some of these spreadsheets may be used for a similar purpose as the printables in the previous point, but the format is different.

3. Canva templates

Have some design skills? You can create templates for Pinterest pins, Instagram Stories, Facebook covers, resumes, or any other type of template that you think people might want to use. Of course, you can also create templates for other programs, but Canva templates are really popular.

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4. Notion templates

Notion is a versatile tool that has become incredibly popular in recent years. If you know how to use Notion, creating templates for things like weekly planners, project management systems, or study guides could be a great product to sell. The possibilities are endless. It really just depends on your topic or niche.

5. Slideshow templates

Many people use PowerPoint or Google Slides for work, school, or personal projects. You can create themed templates that others can purchase and customize for their own presentations.

6. Resume templates

Similar to Canva templates, you can create resume templates in various formats (Word, Google Docs, InDesign) for people to use when creating their own resumes. People often appreciate the convenience and professional look of using a template rather than starting from scratch.

7. Downloadable guides

This is a broad category and could include any number of different things. For example, a few years ago I took a photography trip to Acadia National Park. When I was planning the trip, I purchased a digital guide to the park written by a photographer who's photographed there many times.

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8. Stock photos

If you're a photographer, you can license your photos either at your own site or through popular stock marketplaces. It's a competitive market, but it's still possible to make some money.

9. Stock graphics

Creating stock graphics is another option for designers. Photoshop files, icons, illustrations, vectors, etc. Of course, AI-generated images are also a possibility now too.

10. Stock video footage

If you're a videographer or have drone footage, consider selling it as stock video. The demand for quality stock footage is still strong.

11. Stock audio or music

Composers, musicians, and sound designers can sell their work as royalty-free stock audio or music. You can also create sound effects and other audio clips.

12. Fonts

If you're a designer and have created unique fonts, you can sell them either directly on your own site or through popular font marketplaces like Creative Market or many others.

13. Add-ons

Some software provides opportunities for simple add-ons. I've sold things like Lightroom presets, as well as Photoshop actions, brushes, and shapes.

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14. Patterns

There are all kinds of different patterns you could create and sell, like sewing patterns, quilt patterns, knitting patterns, embroidery patterns, etc.

15. Coloring pages

Coloring pages are popular for adults and children alike. You can create a huge variety of coloring pages, from mandalas to animals to landscapes.

16. Ebooks

Writing an eBook is often easier than you think. Your ebook doesn't have to be hundreds of pages. You may even be able to repackage some content you've already written. Plus, it makes a great way to establish yourself as an expert in your niche.

17. Online courses

Online courses can be quite lengthy and complex to create, but other courses can be simple. Start with something small and see how it goes. If it works well, you could expand into more in-depth courses.

Final Thoughts

Of course, those are just a few possibilities. There are many more options, especially when it comes to templates. Hopefully, this list gives you some ideas you can implement in your own business.