What Kinds of Digital Products Can I Sell on Sellzw?
Quick answer: On Sellzw you can sell any digital product you own the rights to, using one of four product types. A Digital File covers ebooks, templates, beats and spreadsheets. An External Link covers things like paid groups and Drive folders. An Online Course holds video lessons, with an optional certificate. An Event Ticket is for workshops and webinars. Physical products aren't supported.
Key points
- Four product types: Digital File, External Link, Online Course, Event Ticket.
- Almost any file type works, including PDF, ZIP, MP3 and MP4.
- You can set a price of $0 to give something away and collect leads.
- You must own the product or have the right to sell it.
What is a digital product?
A digital product is anything a buyer receives on their phone or computer instead of in their hands. There's no stock to buy, no delivery and no running out. You make it once and can sell it a thousand times.
When you add a product on Sellzw, the first thing you choose is its type. The type decides how the buyer receives what they paid for.
What are the 4 product types on Sellzw?
Sellzw has four product types, each with a different kind of delivery:
| Product type | What the buyer gets | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Digital File | A file to download (PDF, ZIP, audio, video and more) | Ebooks, notes, templates, beats, presets, spreadsheets |
| External Link | Access to a link you host elsewhere | Paid groups, Drive folders, Notion pages, private videos |
| Online Course | Lessons in modules, with resources and an optional certificate | Training programmes, tutorials, masterclasses |
| Event Ticket | A personalised ticket PDF with a unique code | Workshops, webinars, conferences, live classes |
1. Digital File: ebooks, templates, audio and more
Upload your file and Sellzw delivers it the moment payment clears. The buyer gets a secure download link that expires, plus a permanent copy in their personal library so they can download it again later.
Ideas you can copy:
- An ebook on starting a broiler or piggery business
- O-Level or A-Level revision notes and past-paper solutions
- A CV and cover letter template pack
- A monthly budget spreadsheet in USD
- A beat pack or sound effects bundle
- Lightroom photo presets
- A wedding planning checklist
Selling an ebook? On the Pro and Turbo plans you choose how the file is delivered: download, read online only (the buyer reads in the browser and can't download it, which makes your PDF harder to share), or both. See Can buyers read my ebook online without downloading the PDF?
2. External Link: sell access to something you already have
With an External Link product, the buyer pays on Sellzw and then gets your link. It's the fastest way to start charging for something you're currently giving away for free.
Ideas you can copy:
- Entry to a paid WhatsApp or Telegram group
- A Google Drive folder full of resources
- A Notion template or workspace
- An unlisted YouTube playlist
- A Canva template link
Tip: Anyone who has a link can share it. This type works best when you control access, for example a group where you approve new members.
3. Online Course: lessons, resources and certificates
An Online Course lets you teach in structured modules and lessons, all delivered on Sellzw. Each lesson can include:
- a video from YouTube or Vimeo
- lesson notes
- downloadable resources such as worksheets, PDFs, ZIP files or useful links
You can also add course-wide resources that students can open at any time. Students' progress is tracked as they go. If you turn it on, each student automatically receives a personalised certificate of completion when they finish every lesson. The certificate carries a verification code, so anyone can check it's genuine.
Ideas you can copy:
- Excel for beginners in 5 modules
- A hair braiding masterclass
- Forex basics for beginners
- Social media marketing for small businesses
- Driving theory test preparation
- Guitar or keyboard lessons
Full guide: How do I build an online course with lessons on Sellzw?
4. Event Ticket: workshops, webinars and live events
Sell tickets on Sellzw and every buyer automatically gets a personalised ticket PDF with their name and a unique verification code.
You set the event title, date, start and end times, timezone and location, which can be a venue or an online join link. Choose one of five built-in designs (Emerald, Midnight, Silver, Gold or Platinum) or upload your own background.
Ideas you can copy:
- A one-day photography workshop in Harare
- A Zoom webinar on applying for a UK visa
- A church conference or youth camp
- A business networking breakfast in Bulawayo
- A live cooking class
Can I give products away for free?
Yes. Set the price to $0 and the product becomes a free download that collects leads. Visitors leave their contact details to get it, and those details go into your Leads list in the dashboard.
A free product is one of the easiest ways to build an audience. For example, give away "5 Mistakes New Poultry Farmers Make" as a free PDF, then offer your full poultry course to everyone who downloaded it.
Can I sell physical products on Sellzw?
No. Sellzw only supports digital products. If you sell physical goods, you can still use Sellzw for the digital side of your business, such as a product care guide, a training manual, or tickets to a demo day.
What am I not allowed to sell?
You can only sell products you own or have the right to sell. Pirated ebooks, other people's courses, fake certificates, hacked accounts, scam guides and "guaranteed income" schemes are prohibited. See the full list in What products am I not allowed to sell on Sellzw?
Which product type should a beginner start with?
Start with a Digital File. A short, useful PDF is the quickest product to make and the easiest to explain. Once you've made your first sales, turn it into a course or add a live workshop. For help deciding, read Which Sellzw product type should I choose?
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell physical products on Sellzw?
No. Sellzw is only for digital products: files, links, online courses and event tickets. If you sell physical goods, you can still use Sellzw for digital extras such as a care guide, a training manual or tickets to a live demo.
What file types can I upload to Sellzw?
Almost any file type, including PDF, Word, Excel, ZIP, MP3 and MP4. For security, program files such as .exe, .msi, .bat, .js and .jar can't be uploaded. Buyers get a secure download link and a copy in their personal library.
Can I give a product away for free?
Yes. Set the price to $0. People leave their contact details to get the free product, and those details are saved in your Leads list so you can sell to them later.
Can I sell an ebook or course that someone else made?
Only if you own it or have clear permission to resell it. Selling pirated or unlicensed content is prohibited and can get your account suspended.
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