If you're searching for how to start selling After Effects Templates as a digital product online, the short answer is: it's one of the most accessible digital products to create and sell, and it fits neatly into CraftedDocs' Graphic Template category. This guide walks through what after effects templates actually are as a sellable product, how to create them, how to price them, and the exact steps to publish your first listing.
What Are After Effects Templates?
After Effects Templates are a type of digital design or data file that buyers download and use directly or customise for their own needs. As a digital product, there's no physical printing or shipping involved — buyers pay once and get instant access to the file.
Why Sell After Effects Templates Online
- Demand for after effects templates spans students, professionals, and businesses alike, giving you a genuinely broad potential buyer base.
- A polished after effects templates stands out easily, since many existing listings in this space are outdated or poorly formatted.
- Buyers consistently search for ready-made after effects templates instead of building their own from scratch, which saves them hours of work.
How to Create After Effects Templates to Sell
- Decide on the exact scope of your after effects templates — what's included, and who it's for.
- Build it using one of these common tools:
- Canva
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Figma
- Keep formatting, fonts, and colours consistent throughout for a professional finish.
- Fill it with realistic sample content so buyers can see exactly how it looks in use.
- Export in the format CraftedDocs accepts for this category: .pdf .png .jpg .zip .psd .ai .svg · max 100MB.
How to Price Your After Effects Templates
| Positioning | Typical Price (₹) |
|---|---|
| Simple / single-item version | ₹99 |
| Standard, well-designed version | ₹399 |
| Premium / full bundle version | ₹699 |
Check a few similar listings already selling on CraftedDocs before finalising your price, and remember you keep 80% of whatever you charge.
Upload a cover image that actually shows the design in use — listings with a real preview image get significantly more purchases.
Step-by-Step: Listing After Effects Templates on CraftedDocs
- Go to crafteddocs.com/sell and select the Graphic Template category.
- Write a clear, specific title — name the exact type of after effects templates and what's included.
- Set your price in ₹ (minimum ₹9) and an optional sale price if you want to run an introductory offer.
- Write your description — what's included, who it's for, and what makes your version worth buying.
- Add comma-separated tags buyers would actually search for.
- Upload your file (.pdf .png .jpg .zip .psd .ai .svg · max 100MB), plus an optional free preview file.
- Add a cover image (required) and up to 6 gallery images (optional).
- Confirm the originality checkbox and click List for sale — your listing is reviewed within 24 hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need professional skills to create after effects templates?
No — clarity, organisation, and consistent formatting matter far more than advanced design skills for most buyers.
How much can I earn selling after effects templates online?
It depends on your pricing, promotion, and catalogue size, but a well-made listing can keep generating sales for a long time with very little ongoing effort.
What file format should I use for after effects templates?
On CraftedDocs' Graphic Template category, the accepted formats are .pdf .png .jpg .zip .psd .ai .svg · max 100MB — export your final file accordingly.
Can I sell after effects templates on more than one platform?
Yes, as long as the platforms you use don't require exclusivity — most, including CraftedDocs, don't.
Ready to turn this into income? Create a free seller account on CraftedDocs and publish your first listing — it takes less than ten minutes.