If you’re reading this, chances are you’re looking for a smart and affordable way to make money online without needing a warehouse, a big team, or even a physical product. Digital products are your best bet. They’re cheap (sometimes free) to make, easy to share, and—when done right—they can keep making money long after you’ve created them.
In this post, I’ll walk you through some of the best low-cost digital products you can sell in 2025. These aren’t random ideas pulled from the internet. They’re products that real people are buying every day—and you don’t need to be a tech genius or millionaire to get started.
Let’s get into it.
- Notion Templates & Digital Planners
People are obsessed with staying organized, especially with all the chaos going on these days. A good Notion setup or digital planner can save someone hours of frustration, and they’re willing to pay for that kind of peace of mind.
You could make:
- Weekly or monthly productivity planners
- Budget and finance trackers
- Study planners for students
- Content calendars for creators
Best part? You can design these using free tools like Notion, Canva, or even Google Sheets. Upload, share a link, and you’re in business.
- Printables (That Never Need Printing)
Despite the name, most people use digital printables right on their devices—especially on tablets and iPads with styluses. Think checklists, journals, habit trackers, wedding planning kits, baby shower games, meal prep templates… the list is endless.
Why they sell: They’re cheap, useful, and make life easier. Plus, folks love downloading something and using it right away.
- Mini Ebooks or Guides
Before you roll your eyes and say “Everyone’s selling ebooks,” hear me out. The trick is to make short, focused guides on very specific topics. Not 200-page textbooks.
For example:
- “How to Save $1000 in 30 Days (Even If You’re Broke)”
- “A Beginner’s Guide to Remote Work for Africans”
- “Easy Vegan Recipes for One”
You don’t need fancy software. Google Docs or Canva can handle it just fine. Price it at $5 or $10, and you’re good to go.
- Checklists & Cheat Sheets
These are underrated. People love shortcuts. So if you can create a checklist or one-page guide that helps someone save time, avoid mistakes, or look smarter—there’s your product.
Some ideas:
- Freelance client onboarding checklist
- Airbnb host cheat sheet
- SEO checklist for blog posts
- Resume formatting cheat sheet
You can sell them on Gumroad, Etsy, or even directly from your social media.
- Email Templates and Swipe Files
Not everyone knows how to write a proper email—especially when they need to ask for something important. So if you’ve got a way with words, this is a goldmine.
You could create packs like:
- Cold outreach emails for freelancers
- Customer support replies
- Follow-up emails after job interviews
- Pitch templates for influencers
These sell well to people who want to save time or avoid sounding awkward.
- Course Starters & Lesson Packs
I’m not talking about full-blown video courses that take months to finish. I mean tiny info products that teach one thing well. Think of them like educational snacks.
For example:
- “How to Create a Portfolio in Canva in 1 Hour”
- “Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up a Fiverr Gig”
- “Intro to Instagram Reels Editing for Beginners”
You can write them as a PDF guide, record a screen-share video, or do both. Keep it simple.
- Social Media Content Packs
Everyone’s online, and businesses know they need to post regularly. The problem is… they don’t always know what to post.
That’s where you come in.
You can create:
- 30-day Instagram caption templates
- Canva-ready post designs
- Hashtag packs
- Engagement question banks for TikTok or Facebook
Once you make them, they can be reused and resold endlessly.
- Job Hunting Kits
This one’s for the career crowd. There are so many people looking for better jobs, and many don’t know where to start. If you’ve had some success getting interviews or writing resumes, you can turn that knowledge into a product.
Bundle up:
- Resume templates
- Cover letter examples
- LinkedIn optimization tips
- Interview prep questions
These are especially helpful for recent grads or people trying to switch careers.
- Budget & Finance Tools
We’re all trying to manage our money better these days, and digital budgeting tools are becoming more popular.
You can offer:
- Monthly budgeting spreadsheets
- Debt repayment trackers
- Side hustle income logs
- Bill reminder calendars
These are great because once you create one good template, you can adapt it for different audiences: students, couples, freelancers, etc.
- Niche Templates for Small Business Owners
Whether it’s a salon owner, a life coach, or a food blogger—everyone running a small business needs digital tools.
Think of:
- Instagram highlight icons
- Welcome kits for new clients
- Editable service menus
- Booking and scheduling templates
Focus on one niche you understand well. The more specific, the better.
A Few Final Thoughts
Selling digital products doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. In fact, the simpler you start, the better. You don’t need to go viral or have a massive following. You just need a good product, a clear benefit, and a place to sell it.
If you’re just getting started, pick one idea that feels doable and give yourself a weekend to build and launch it. You might be surprised how quickly you get your first sale.
And hey—if it works once, it can work again.
What will you create first?
Let me know in the comments or send me a message. I’m always curious to see what other online hustlers are building.
Want me to help you package your first digital product? Just say the word.
