How to Sell Digital Products: A Beginner’s Guide for Educators

by Yum Yum Mama Team July 16, 2025

The world of digital products is exploding — and if you're an educator, tutor, or subject expert, you already have what it takes to join in. From lesson plans and revision guides to workbooks and templates, teachers are uniquely positioned to create profitable digital products without needing a business degree or thousands of followers.

In this guide, we’ll walk through how to sell digital products, answer the most common questions from UK educators, and share tools to help you get started — including our 7-day email course designed just for beginners.

Is It Profitable to Sell Digital Products?

Yes — and more than you might think.

Digital products are one of the most scalable income streams. You create a product once (a worksheet, template, planner, or guide), and sell it multiple times with no extra production cost. There's no printing, no postage — just passive income potential.

Many teachers start by selling their existing classroom resources and expand into:

Printable workbooks
Editable templates
CPD tools for other educators
Lesson plan bundles
Flashcards or revision guides

Some sellers earn £100–£500/month casually. Others scale into full-time income. It all depends on your niche, consistency, and marketing.

What Is the Best Digital Product to Sell?

The most profitable digital products solve specific problems and are easy to use. For educators and tutors, here are some top-selling formats:

Curriculum-aligned lesson plans
Assessment packs or mock exams
Canva templates for teachers
Revision flashcards
Behaviour management tools
Homework booklets
Editable Google Slides or PowerPoint decks
Worksheets for specific topics (e.g. GCSE English Language Paper 1)

➡️ Want to see more examples? Our digital resource income hub breaks down popular formats and what sells well.

How to Sell Digital Products in the UK (Step-by-Step)

Choose your product idea
Start with what you already have — lesson materials, templates, or tools you’ve made for students or parents.
Turn it into a digital download
Save as a PDF, PowerPoint, or editable Canva/Google Slides file.
Set up a seller account
You can use platforms like Etsy, Amazon, or niche marketplaces like ResourceRack.
➤ Click here to sign up as a seller
Create a compelling product listing
- Use clear titles and keywords (e.g. “GCSE English Revision Pack – Paper 2”)
- Add preview images or screenshots
- Write a benefits-focused description
Promote it
Share on Pinterest, Instagram, or email. You don’t need a huge audience — just consistency and clarity.

Is There a Free Way to Sell Digital Products?

Yes. You can start completely free using:

Google Drive or Dropbox to host downloads
A free seller profile on ResourceRack
Canva to design resources or marketing images
Free email tools like MailerLite to build an audience

Some sellers even begin by offering a few resources for free to build traction, email subscribers, or reviews.

➡️ For a guided, path to launching, try our 7 Days to Get Seen and Sell: Your Beginner Blueprint — perfect for teachers who want clarity and structure.

Can I Sell Digital Products on Etsy, Amazon, or Canva?

Yes — and each has pros and cons.

✅ Etsy:

Great for selling printables, planners, or classroom decor.
✅ Built-in audience, branding options
❌ Requires listing fees and keyword strategy

✅ Amazon:

Used mostly for Kindle books, print-on-demand, or educational eBooks
✅ Massive reach
❌ Competitive and needs formatting knowledge

✅ Canva:

You can sell Canva templates by sharing “template links” through platforms like

ResourceRack, Etsy, or Gumroad.
✅ Easy to create
❌ Requires clear instructions and licensing knowledge

You don’t have to choose just one — many educators cross-list on multiple platforms. But if you’re just starting, we recommend beginning with a niche, education-specific platform like ResourceRack that supports UK sellers directly.

How to Sell Digital Products to Make Money

Here’s the key: don’t just post and hope.

To actually make sales, you need to:

Use keywords your audience is searching for
Share social proof (e.g. previews, testimonials, freebies)
Build an email list (even if small!)
Offer value — not just products
Be consistent with marketing and listing updates

➡️ If that sounds overwhelming, our 7-Day Starter Course breaks it into manageable daily actions so you can grow with confidence.

Digital Products List for Educators and Tutors

Need ideas? Here’s a quick list to get your creative brain flowing:

Editable lesson templates
Subject-specific revision guides
Topic-based flashcard decks
Assessment rubrics and mark schemes
Google Forms quizzes
Canva classroom posters
Parent communication templates
Teacher planner pages
Behaviour charts
Writing frameworks and scaffolds

➡️ You already have some of these on your hard drive — now’s the time to turn them into income.

Ready to Start Selling Digital Products?

Here’s your next step:

Read our beginner’s guide to selling teaching resources
Join ResourceRack — it’s free, flexible, and made for UK educators
Take the 7-day course and learn how to promote your products like a pro

Your resources already help students every day — now let them help you build income, visibility, and freedom.

Let’s get you seen and sold.