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How I Made $2,400/Year Selling Notion Templates (Step-by-Step Guide)

The Notion Template Gold Rush

Notion templates are one of the most profitable digital products in 2026. Here is exactly how I went from zero to $200/month.

Step 1: Find a Profitable Niche

The best niches are specific:

  • Freelancer CRM ($14.99)
  • Content Calendar ($9.99)
  • Side Hustle Tracker ($7.99)
  • Crypto Portfolio Tracker ($9.99)

Avoid: Generic productivity templates — too much competition.

Step 2: Build the Template

Use Notion databases, formulas, and linked databases. Make it visually appealing with:

  • Custom icons
  • Color-coded status
  • Pre-filled sample data
  • Clear instructions

Step 3: Create a Landing Page

Use a simple page with:

  • Before/after screenshots
  • Feature list
  • Pricing (sweet spot: $9-$19)
  • Social proof

Step 4: List on Marketplaces

  • Gumroad (0% fee on first $100)
  • Etsy (for printables)
  • Notion Marketplace (built-in audience)

Step 5: Promote

  • Twitter/X threads
  • Reddit r/Notion
  • Dev.to articles
  • YouTube tutorials

The Results

Month 1: $30
Month 3: $120
Month 6: $200/month

Total: $2,400/year from templates I built once.

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