How to Actually Make Money Selling AI Art Online (2026 Guide)

Look, the AI art world is absolutely exploding right now. We’re talking $23.79 billion by 2030 for digital art overall, and AI art specifically hitting $5.3 billion in 2025. Translation? There’s real money to be made if you know what you’re doing.

Here’s the thing though – just generating pretty pictures isn’t enough anymore. The market’s gotten more sophisticated, and buyers know what they want. About 29% of digital artists are already using AI tools, and platforms like Etsy have finally figured out how to handle AI-generated content (spoiler: they’re cool with it, but you need to follow their rules).

This guide’s going to walk you through the whole process – from picking the right tools to actually getting paid. Let’s dive in.

The Best AI Image Tools Right Now

Alright, let’s talk tools. The landscape has changed massively in the last few months, and some of these new players are straight-up game-changers.

The Heavy Hitters

Midjourney ($10-$120/month)

Show Image Screenshot: Midjourney’s web interface with a high-quality generated image – consider capturing the prompt box, generation options, and a stunning result Still the king for artistic, mood-driven work. Version 7 is insane – we’re talking photorealistic quality that’ll make you do a double-take. You’ll need Discord or their web app, which is a bit clunky, but the results? Worth it.

Best for: Artistic vibes, character art, anything that needs emotional impact
Real talk: The $10 Basic plan gets you about 200 images/month
Pro tip: Once you hit 100 images, you get web access (finally ditching Discord)

DALL-E 3 (Free with ChatGPT / $20/month for Plus)

Show Image Screenshot: DALL-E 3 integrated in ChatGPT – show the chat interface with prompt and generated image side by side

Living inside ChatGPT now, which makes it super accessible. The conversation-style prompting is clutch – you can literally chat your way to the perfect image. Great with text in images too.

Best for: Quick iterations, precise prompts, anything with text
Why it’s cool: You can refine images conversationally
Free tier exists but has limits

Google Nano Banana (aka Gemini 2.5 Flash Image) – FREE!

Show Image Screenshot: Nano Banana in action showing before/after of character-consistent editing – capture the Gemini interface with the image editing capabilities

This is the new hotness everyone’s talking about on Reddit. Google just dropped this in late 2024 and it’s already the #1 rated image editing model on LMArena. Seriously underrated.

Best for: Character consistency, one-shot edits, blending multiple images
What makes it special: Keeps faces/characters consistent across edits better than anything else
Access it: Free through Gemini app or Google AI Studio
Nano Banana Pro (Gemini 3 Pro Image) – The premium version with 4K output, insane text rendering, and can actually create legible text in multiple languages. Just rolled out in December 2024.

Flux.1 (Free to $0.039/image via API)

Show Image Comparison: Same prompt across Flux Schnell (fast), Dev (balanced), and Pro (quality) – show the quality differences

From the same folks who made Stable Diffusion. This thing went viral on Reddit for creating terrifyingly realistic images. Three versions available:

Flux Schnell – Free, fast, open-source (Apache 2.0 license = commercial use OK)
Flux Dev – Mid-tier, research/non-commercial
Flux Pro – Top quality, best photorealism
Flux Kontext (New!) – Image editing capabilities, can maintain character consistency
Reddit’s verdict: “3-5x better than previous open-source options”

The Ones You Should Know About

Adobe Firefly (Free tier + subscriptions)

Show Image Screenshot: Adobe Firefly’s integration in Photoshop – show the generative fill tool in action

If you need commercial safety, this is it. Trained only on Adobe Stock and public domain stuff, so no copyright drama. Integrates with Photoshop beautifully.

Best for: Professional work, commercial projects, brand assets
Latest: Firefly 3 just dropped with better quality

Ideogram (Free + paid plans)

Show Image Screenshot: Ideogram generating a poster with perfect text rendering – show the clear, legible text quality

The typography king. If you need actual readable text in your images (posters, logos, memes), this is your tool. Version 3 is crushing it right now according to Twitter.

Best for: Text-heavy designs, t-shirt graphics, posters, memes
Reddit loves it for: Clear text rendering (finally!)

Recraft (Free + paid) Vector-first generator that’s perfect for logos and branding. Clean lines, scalable graphics, and it just works.

Best for: Logos, icons, brand assets, UI elements
Sweet spot: Professional graphics without needing Illustrator skills

Leonardo AI (Free tier is generous)

Show Image Screenshot: Leonardo AI’s model selector and generation options – highlight the variety of style models available

Game developers swear by this. Multiple fine-tuned models, and the free tier actually gives you enough credits to experiment properly.

Best for: Game assets, anime, 3D-style renders
Bonus: Has AI video generation now

Playground AI (Free + paid) Reddit favorite for versatility. Access to different models and filters, super easy to use.

Best for: Experimentation, trying different styles
Why people like it: User-friendly, multiple models

Microsoft Designer (Free – 15 images/day) Currently Reddit’s #1 pick for free tools. Uses DALL-E tech but makes it dead simple.

Best for: Beginners, quick mockups, social media graphics
No-brainer if you’re just starting

NightCafe (Free credits + paid) Tons of models, you earn points for making images, super active community.

Best for: Learning, experimenting, community feedback
Why it’s cool: You can actually generate free images by being active

For The Technical Folks

Stable Diffusion (Free/Open-Source) Still the most flexible if you know your way around code. Run it locally, train custom models, go wild. Versions 3.5 and SDXL are the current standards.

Best for: Full control freaks, custom training, high-volume needs
Reality check: Steep learning curve, needs good hardware

Getimg.ai (100 free credits/month, $12+ paid) Found this gem in a Reddit thread. Can generate up to 10 images at once with paid plans. Super transparent about speed.

Best for: Batch generation, testing multiple variants
Watch out: Diversity in outputs can be inconsistent

Quick Comparison: What Should You Actually Use?

Show Image Quick reference: Match your needs to the right tool – save time and money

If you want photorealism: Flux Pro or Midjourney V7 If you need text in images: Ideogram or Nano Banana Pro
If you’re broke: Microsoft Designer or Nano Banana (both free and solid) If you need commercial safety: Adobe Firefly If you want vector graphics: Recraft If you’re technical: Stable Diffusion If you want the fastest results: Flux Schnell or Nano Banana If you need character consistency: Nano Banana (seriously, it’s the best at this)

Pro tip from Reddit: Most people end up using 2-3 tools. One for fast drafts (Nano Banana/Microsoft Designer), one for final quality (Midjourney/Flux Pro), and sometimes a specialist tool like Ideogram for text work.

What Can You Actually Sell?

Here’s where it gets interesting. AI art isn’t just “pretty pictures” anymore – there’s actual demand for specific stuff.

Digital Downloads That Sell

Wall Art Think abstract pieces, landscapes, motivational quotes with backgrounds. Etsy is full of people crushing it with printable wall art at $5-$15 per download.

Coloring Books Adults love these. Create themed packs (mandalas, animals, fantasy) and sell as PDFs. Bonus: Kids’ coloring books are evergreen.

Social Media Templates Instagram story templates, post backgrounds, Pinterest pins. Influencers and small businesses eat this up.

Planner Inserts Custom covers, dividers, stickers for digital planners. Huge market on Etsy.

Presentation Backgrounds Professional backgrounds for Zoom, Google Slides, PowerPoint. Corporate buyers pay well for these.

Print-On-Demand Gold

You don’t hold inventory, the POD service prints and ships when someone orders. Your job? Create the designs.

T-shirts (funny quotes, abstract art, niche interests)
Mugs (always a winner)
Phone cases
Posters and canvas prints
Stickers (especially for laptops and water bottles)
Home decor (throw pillows, blankets, shower curtains)

Stock Photography Alternative

Businesses need images for blogs, websites, ads. They can’t all afford photographers, so they buy stock images. AI-generated stock is:

Cheaper to produce
Faster to create
You can make exactly what’s trending

Focus on: business concepts, lifestyle shots, technology themes, nature scenes that look realistic.

Custom Services (Higher $$$)

Pet Portraits Upload a photo, turn it into fantasy art, cartoon style, oil painting style. Charge $30-150 depending on complexity.

Logo Concepts Create 5-10 variations for a client’s brand. Quick turnaround. $50-200 per project.

Book Covers Indie authors need covers. Fantasy, sci-fi, romance genres especially. $100-500 per cover.

Product Mockups Background scenes for product photography. E-commerce sellers need tons of these.

Where to Actually Sell This Stuff

Etsy: The Creative Goldmine

Show Image Screenshot: A successful AI art Etsy shop with professional mockups and clear listings – blur out shop name

Etsy updated their policy in July 2024, and here’s the deal:

What’s Allowed: ✓ AI-generated art using YOUR original prompts ✓ Finished artwork (not just prompt bundles) ✓ Art you’ve edited or combined with other elements

What You MUST Do:

Disclose AI use in your description (just be honest)
Label as “Designed by” not “Handmade”
Use original prompts (not bought from someone else)

What’s Banned: ✗ Selling AI prompt packs alone (like “1000 Midjourney prompts”) ✗ Calling it “Handmade” ✗ Being sneaky about the AI part

Pricing on Etsy:

Single digital download: $5-$15
Art bundles (5-10 pieces): $15-$30
Commercial licenses: $25-$100+
Custom portraits: $30-$150

How to Win on Etsy:

Show Image Example: Professional mockup of AI art in a styled room – this is what makes listings sell

Niche down (don’t just sell “wall art” – sell “boho nursery wall art” or “minimalist office prints”)
SEO is everything (use Etsy search to find what people actually search for)
Show it in context (mockups of your art on walls, in frames)
Build a collection, not random pieces
Customer photos = gold (encourage reviews with photos)

Stock Photo Sites

Wirestock – The AI Artist’s Best Friend This is where you should start. Upload once, they distribute to Adobe Stock, Freepik, Dreamstime, and others.

Commission: 15% (marketplace sales) or 35% (direct sales, 3% for premium)
Why it’s good: One upload, multiple platforms
Pro tip: Use code for 20% off premium (search for current codes)

Adobe Stock Major buyers, good money, but quality bar is high.

Focus on: Commercial-viable, clean, professional images
Avoid: Obvious AI artifacts, unrealistic elements

Vecteezy 50/50 split, lower volume but also less competition.

Tips for Stock Success:

Make what businesses actually need (not just what looks cool)
Think: office environments, diversity shots, technology, business concepts
Keywords are CRITICAL (spend time on these)
Volume game – successful sellers have hundreds/thousands of images
Consistency > randomness

Print-On-Demand Platforms

Redbubble – The Easiest Entry

Show Image Example: One AI design automatically applied to t-shirts, mugs, stickers, and phone cases on Redbubble

Upload once, appears on 70+ products automatically.

Markup: You set it (15-25% is typical)
No fees to start
They handle everything (printing, shipping, customer service)
Best for: Testing designs with zero risk

Society6 More curated, artsy vibe. Good for decorative/aesthetic work.

Commission structure varies by product
Less volume than Redbubble but higher quality buyers

TeePublic T-shirt focused, built-in audience of buyers.

Easy to start
Good for niche/fandom designs (but watch copyright!)

Zazzle Huge product catalog, older platform, still solid.

Amazon Merch on Demand Massive reach but:

Need approval (apply and wait)
More competitive
Amazon’s audience = big potential

POD Strategy:

Start with Redbubble (easiest)
Add 2-3 more platforms once you have 20-30 designs
Focus on niches (not generic designs)
Seasonal stuff sells (Christmas, Halloween, back-to-school)

Your Own Store

Payhip (Free to start) No storage limits, just transaction fees. Build your own storefront.

Good for: Building a brand, keeping more profit
Challenge: You need to drive your own traffic

Gumroad (Free + fees) Popular with digital artists. Clean interface, built-in audience.

Road to Discovery feature helps with traffic
Great for: Digital downloads, bundles

Sellfy (All-in-one) Built-in marketing tools, email integration.

More expensive but more features
Good if you’re serious about it

Freelance/Service Platforms

Fiverr Offer packages like:

“I’ll create 5 AI fantasy portraits for $30”
“Custom pet portrait in 3 styles for $50”
“10 social media graphics for $75”

Start with lower prices to get reviews, then increase.

Upwork More professional clients, higher rates possible.

Position yourself as a creative professional using AI tools
Don’t just compete on price

Teachers Pay Teachers If you can create educational stuff, this is gold.

Worksheets with AI-generated illustrations
Coloring pages
Classroom posters
Teaching resources

AI Art-Specific Platforms

AI Art Shop 25% commission, they handle printing and shipping for physical prints.

Curated marketplace
Getting featured = big visibility boost

Artsi 95% commission for beta vendors (yes, really).

Still growing platform
Worth trying

Quick Platform Strategy

Don’t try to be everywhere at once. Start with:

Etsy (digital downloads + instant audience)
Wirestock (passive stock income)
Redbubble (POD with zero risk)

Once you’re making consistent sales: 4. Add Fiverr (active income) 5. Build your own store (brand building) 6. Expand to more POD sites

The key? Master one platform before adding the next.

Pricing: Don’t Shoot Yourself in the Foot

Here’s the truth: pricing is part science, part gut feeling, part trial-and-error. Let’s break it down.

Digital Downloads

The Sweet Spots:

Basic digital art (for personal use): $5-$10
- Think: single wall art print, phone wallpaper
High-res printables: $10-$30
- Better quality, larger sizes, commercial potential
Commercial licenses: $25-$100
- Business can use it in their marketing
Exclusive rights (they’re the only one who can use it): $100-$500+

Bundles = More Money: Instead of selling one image for $10, sell 5 for $25. People love feeling like they’re getting a deal.

Custom Work

Pet Portraits:

Basic style: $30-$50
Multiple styles/revisions: $75-$150
Rush delivery: Add 50%

Logo Concepts:

3-5 variations: $50-$100
Full branding pack: $150-$300

Book Covers:

Ebook cover: $100-$200
Print + ebook package: $200-$500

Product Mockups:

Single mockup: $15-$30
Set of 10: $100-$150

Print Products (If You Do POD)

You set a markup. Typical strategy:

Redbubble products: 15-25% markup on their base
Higher for unique/niche designs
Lower to stay competitive on generic stuff

The Pricing Psychology Stuff That Actually Works

Show Image Visual: Side-by-side comparison of $19.99 vs $20 pricing and bundle discount strategies

$19 vs $20 Sounds dumb, but $19 sells better than $20. Same with $9.99 vs $10. Just how brains work.

Anchor High Show a $50 option, then a $30 option looks like a steal. Create a “premium” tier even if most people buy mid-tier.

Bundle Discount

Single: $10
Three-pack: $25 (was $30!)
People love a deal

What NOT to Do

Don’t race to the bottom. Selling everything for $1 makes no one money except the platform. Your time has value.

Don’t overprice starting out. You need reviews first. Price to sell initially, then raise prices after you have social proof.

Don’t forget platform fees. Etsy takes 6.5% transaction fee + $0.20 listing fee. Factor this in!

Real Talk on Pricing Strategy

Start competitive, learn the market:

Check what similar items sell for
Start at or slightly below average
Track what sells
Slowly increase prices as you get reviews
Test $12 vs $15 vs $18 and see what converts

The Volume vs. Premium Choice:

Volume: Lower prices ($5-10), make it up in sales. Good for passive income streams.
Premium: Higher prices ($30-100+), fewer sales but more per sale. Good for custom work.

Choose based on your goal. Want passive income? Go volume. Want to trade time for money? Go premium custom work.

My Honest Recommendation

Start with these prices:

Digital downloads: $8-$12
Custom work: $50-$75
Bundles: 3x for price of 2.5

Then adjust based on:

How fast stuff sells (selling out? Raise prices)
Competition in your niche
Your skill level improving
Platform you’re on

Remember: It’s easier to lower a price than raise it. Start slightly higher than you’re comfortable with.

Legal Stuff (Don’t Skip This!)

Yeah, I know, legal stuff is boring. But getting this wrong can cost you, so let’s make it quick and painless.

Copyright: The Reality Check

Here’s the uncomfortable truth: The US Copyright Office says purely AI-generated art can’t be copyrighted.

What does that mean?

Technically, anyone could use your AI image without consequences
BUT you can still sell it under commercial use terms
Add human creativity (editing, combining, curating) and you’re in stronger legal territory

Different Tools, Different Rules:

Midjourney (Paid plans): ✓ Full commercial rights on paid subscriptions ✗ Free trials are personal use only

DALL-E 3: ✓ Can use commercially (including the images you make) ✓ Covered under ChatGPT terms

Nano Banana/Gemini: ✓ Can use commercially based on Google’s terms ✓ They watermark with SynthID for transparency

Adobe Firefly: ✓ Trained on licensed/public domain = commercially safe ✓ Best for avoiding copyright drama

Flux: ✓ Schnell version = Apache 2.0 license (free commercial use) ✓ Dev = non-commercial only ✓ Pro = commercial license via API

Stable Diffusion: ✓ CreativeML Open RAIL-M license ✓ Commercial use allowed (with some ethical restrictions)

What You Can’t Do (Seriously, Don’t)

Absolutely Forbidden:

Disney characters, Marvel/DC heroes, Harry Potter stuff = nope
Real celebrities without permission = nope
Trademarked logos = nope
Other artists’ copyrighted styles (trying to copy them) = nope
Anything NSFW involving minors = ILLEGAL

The “But it’s AI” defense doesn’t work. If the AI was trained on copyrighted material and you’re profiting from reproductions, you could get sued.

How to Protect Yourself

Document Everything:

Save your prompts
Screenshot your process
Keep multiple iterations
Show your editing work

Why? Proves you added human creativity = stronger copyright position.

Watermark Strategy:

Low-res previews with watermarks
High-res only after purchase
Optional: Add subtle signature to final work

Platform-Specific Must-Dos:

Etsy:

Must disclose AI use in description
Must use original prompts
Must label as “Designed by”
Breaking these = listings get pulled

Stock Sites:

Tag as AI-generated
No trademarked content
No recognizable people (unless you have releases)
High quality only (they’re picky)

The Smart Move

Use these rules of thumb:

Original prompts only – Don’t use bought prompt packs on Etsy
Edit and curate – Add human touches
Be honest – Disclose AI use where required
Stay away from obvious copyright issues – No Mickey Mouse, period
Read platform terms – They change frequently

Licenses You Can Offer

Personal Use License (Base price)

Buyer can print for themselves, non-commercial

Commercial License (+2-3x price)

Buyer can use in business, ads, products
Specify limits (geographic, time-based, usage)

Exclusive License (+5-10x price)

Only they can use it, you can’t resell
Usually for unique business branding

When In Doubt

If you’re making serious money, talk to a lawyer. Reddit can’t give you legal advice, and neither can I. This is general info, not legal counsel.

But for most people starting out: Be honest about AI use, don’t steal copyrighted characters, and add your own creative input. You’ll be fine.

Marketing (Because Nobody Will Find You Otherwise)

Creating good art is like 30% of the battle. Marketing is the other 70%. Here’s how to actually get eyeballs on your stuff.

Instagram (Visual storytelling)

Post your final pieces + process shots
Reels showing before/after edits crush it
Use: #AIart #AIartist #digitalart #aiartcommunity #generativeart
Engage with other AI artists’ content
Story polls to involve followers in decisions

Pinterest (Traffic machine)

Create pins for each piece
Link directly to your shop
Pinterest users are buyers, not just browsers
Categories: “AI wall art,” “printable art,” “digital downloads”

TikTok (If you’re brave)

Show generation process sped up
Before/after transformations
“I made X using AI” trending sounds
Don’t overthink it, just post

Twitter/X

AI art community is HUGE here
Share process, tips, tools you use
Engage in #AIart discussions
Be helpful = people remember you

Reddit (Proceed carefully)

r/aiArt, r/midjourney, r/StableDiffusion
Read the rules (self-promo usually banned)
Participate genuinely, share knowledge
People will check your profile if you’re helpful

Content Marketing (The Long Game)

Start a Blog

“How I made this design”
“Best prompts for [style]”
Your creative process
Tool comparisons

SEO benefits + establishes expertise = more sales long-term

Email List (Your money list)

Offer free samples for emails
Weekly/monthly new releases
Exclusive subscriber discounts
This is YOUR audience, not Instagram’s

SEO for Marketplaces

Etsy/Amazon Strategy:

Use Etsy search bar, type your niche
Look at autocomplete suggestions
Those = what people actually search
Use those phrases in titles/tags

Example: “minimalist nursery wall art” not just “wall art”

Title Formula That Works: [Style] [Subject] [Use Case] [File Type] [Unique Benefit]

“Boho Nursery Wall Art | Printable Digital Download | Neutral Tones”

The Reality of Growth

Month 1: Crickets (maybe 1-2 sales if you’re lucky) Month 2: Starting to show up in search, few sales Month 3: Algorithm likes you, consistent trickle Month 6: If you’ve been consistent, decent side income

The key word? CONSISTENT

Upload regularly. Post regularly. Engage regularly.

What Actually Drives Sales

Quality previews (show your art in context – on walls, in frames)
Clear descriptions (what they get, file formats, sizes)
Reviews (first 5 reviews are CRITICAL – ask friends/family if needed)
Multiple products (20 listings > 5 listings, always)
Seasonal timing (Christmas stuff in Oct/Nov, not December)

Quick Wins

Run a “20% off first order” promo
Respond to every message in <24 hours
Add new items weekly
Share customer photos (with permission)
Collaborate with other creators

The Stuff That Doesn’t Work

❌ Buying followers/engagement ❌ Spam-following people ❌ Posting once a month ❌ Only posting product shots ❌ Ignoring comments ❌ Copying others’ exact style

Actually Getting Started (Your Action Plan)

Okay, enough theory. Here’s what you do THIS WEEK.

Week 1: Setup

Day 1-2:

Pick your primary AI tool (free option: Nano Banana or Microsoft Designer)
Create accounts on Etsy + one other platform (Redbubble is easy)
Research your niche (what’s selling in your category?)

Day 3-4:

Generate 20-30 images
Pick your best 10
Edit/enhance them if needed

Day 5-7:

Create mockups (Placeit.net or Canva)
Write descriptions with SEO keywords
List your first 5-10 products
Set up social media (at least Instagram)

Week 2: Launch

Post on social media about your new shop
Share with friends/family
Join 3-5 relevant Facebook groups or subreddits
Start creating content (process videos, tips)

Week 3: Optimize

Check which listings got views
Adjust titles/tags based on data
Add 5-10 more listings
Engage with potential customers’ questions

Week 4: Scale

Analyze what sold (if anything)
Make more in that style
Try a different platform
Start email list building

Month 2-3: Double Down

What worked in month 1? Do more of that. What didn’t? Stop doing it.

Goal Milestones:

Month 1: First sale (any sale)
Month 3: 10+ sales
Month 6: $500/month
Month 12: $1,000/month

These are realistic for someone putting in consistent effort.

The Real Path to $1,000/Month

Here’s the math:

100 listings on Etsy at $10 each
Average 2% conversion rate
Need 5,000 views/month
= 100 sales = $1,000

20 custom gigs on Fiverr at $50 each
= $1,000

500 stock images earning $2 each on average
= $1,000

Pick your path. Volume game, custom work, or passive stock? Each works.

Common Mistakes (Learn From Others’ Pain)

Mistake #1: Trying to be everywhere at once → Master one platform first

Mistake #2: Giving up after 2 weeks → This takes 3-6 months to gain traction

Mistake #3: Not standing out → Generic = invisible. Find your style/niche.

Mistake #4: Terrible mockups → Your thumbnail is everything. Invest time here.

Mistake #5: Ignoring customer service → Fast responses = better reviews = more sales

Mistake #6: No consistency → Posting random stuff randomly doesn’t work

Mistake #7: Pricing too low → Race to bottom helps no one

Mistake #8: Not tracking what works → Data tells you where to focus

Mistake #9: Perfectionism paralysis → Done > perfect. Ship it.

Mistake #10: Expecting overnight success → This is a marathon, not a sprint

Final Real Talk

Can you make money selling AI art? Yes.

Will you get rich quick? Probably not.

Is it worth trying? Absolutely, if you’re realistic about it.

Here’s what I wish someone told me: This is a real business. It requires:

Consistent effort (not just when you feel like it)
Learning (tools, marketing, SEO)
Patience (months, not days)
Adaptation (what works changes)

But here’s the cool part: You can start for free, test everything, and scale what works. No inventory, no huge startup costs, no warehouse.

The AI art market is still relatively new. Early movers have an advantage. But “early” is closing. The platforms are maturing, buyers are getting more sophisticated, and competition is increasing.

That means now is still a good time, but “someday” isn’t a strategy.

Your Move

Pick one AI tool. Pick one platform. Create 10 pieces. List them. See what happens.

Then adjust and repeat.

That’s it. That’s the whole game.

Everything else is just optimization of those basics.

Now stop reading and go make something.

Your Week 1 Checklist:

□ Choose AI tool (Nano Banana, Microsoft Designer, or Midjourney)
□ Create 20 images in your chosen niche
□ Sign up for Etsy + one other platform
□ Make 5 mockup images
□ Write SEO-optimized titles
□ List your first 5-10 products
□ Set up Instagram/Pinterest
□ Post your first content
□ Join 3 relevant communities
□ Set calendar reminder to check stats in 1 week

Ready? Let’s go.