Most people think of CanvaSub as a tool for adding captions to videos. But what if we told you it's also a way to earn money?

Whether you're a content creator, a designer, or someone who just loves sharing great tools — CanvaSub gives you multiple ways to turn your creativity and network into real income. In this guide, we'll break down every earning opportunity available on the platform.

Two Ways to Earn on CanvaSub

There are two main paths to making money:

Referral Program — Invite friends and earn credits every time someone signs up
Template Marketplace — Design and sell caption style templates to other users

Both methods earn you CanvaSub credits, which can be withdrawn as real cash via PayPal or bank transfer. Let's dig into each one.

Part 1: The Referral Program

The referral program is the easiest way to start earning. No design skills needed — just share your unique link.

How It Works

Every CanvaSub user gets a personal referral link. You'll find it in your workspace under Referrals in the sidebar. It looks something like:

https://canvasub.com/signup?ref=YOUR_CODE

When someone signs up using your link and makes their first payment (any plan or credit pack), both of you get rewarded:

You (the referrer) get 10 bonus credits
Your friend (the referee) gets 5 bonus credits

Credits are added automatically — no action needed on your part.

When Do Credits Get Awarded?

Credits aren't granted immediately on signup. They're awarded when the referred user makes their first payment. This could be:

Subscribing to any paid plan (Starter at $9/mo, Pro at $19/mo, or Team at $39/mo)
Purchasing a credit pack (starting at $5 for 50 credits)

This ensures the referral system rewards genuine users, not just signups.

Tracking Your Referrals

The Referrals page in your workspace dashboard shows everything:

Your unique referral link (with one-click copy)
Total referrals sent
Pending referrals (signed up but haven't paid yet)
Completed referrals (paid — credits awarded)
Total credits earned from referrals

Tips to Maximize Referral Earnings

Share in the right places. Your referral link works best where people are already thinking about video content:

Social media groups for content creators, YouTubers, TikTokers, and podcasters
Online communities like Reddit (r/NewTubers, r/TikTokCreators), Discord servers, and Facebook groups
Your own content — mention CanvaSub in your videos, bio, or newsletter
Direct messages to friends who create video content

Create a short demo. Record a quick video showing how you use CanvaSub, then share it with your referral link. Seeing the tool in action converts much better than just a link.

Stack it. There's no limit to how many people you can refer. 10 referrals = 100 credits. 50 referrals = 500 credits. The math adds up fast.

What Can You Do with Referral Credits?

Referral credits work exactly like purchased credits. You can:

Use them to render captioned videos
Use them to buy templates from the marketplace
Withdraw them as cash (more on this below)

Part 2: Selling Templates on the Marketplace

If you have an eye for design, the template marketplace is where the real earning potential lives. You create caption style templates once, and earn credits every time someone buys one.

What Is a Caption Template?

A caption template is a pre-designed caption style configuration that other users can purchase and apply to their videos. It includes:

Font choice, size, and weight
Text color and background styling
Animation type (fade, slide, scale, bounce, karaoke highlight)
Position and margin settings
Word spacing and visual effects

Think of it like selling a preset pack — but for video captions.

How to Become a Creator

To sell templates, you need a Marketplace Creator Profile. Here's how to set one up:

Go to the Marketplace section in your workspace
Click Become a Creator
Fill in your display name and bio
Start creating templates

Setting Your Price

You set the price for each template in credits. A few pricing strategies:

Free templates — Great for building your reputation and getting downloads. Users discover your profile and are more likely to buy your premium templates later.
5–15 credits — The sweet spot for most templates. Affordable for buyers, but adds up for you with volume.
20–50 credits — Premium pricing for highly polished, unique styles that solve a specific need (e.g., "Netflix-style subtitles" or "TikTok viral karaoke").

How Sales Work

When someone purchases your template:

The buyer's credits are deducted
You receive 100% of the sale price as credits in your workspace
Your total earnings are tracked on your creator profile

There's no commission cut on template sales — you keep everything.

Creating Templates That Sell

Not all templates are created equal. Here's what makes a template worth buying:

Solve a specific problem. "Clean minimal captions for Instagram Reels" will outsell "Nice caption style" every time. Be specific about the use case.

Preview matters. Your template preview is the first thing buyers see. Make it visually striking. Use a compelling demo video that shows the captions in action.

Follow trends. Pay attention to what's popular on TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Reels. When a new caption trend emerges, be the first to create a template for it.

Variety. Create a collection of templates that work together but serve different moods — professional, playful, dramatic, minimal. Users who like one will buy more.

Name it well. "Neon Glow Karaoke" tells the buyer exactly what they're getting. "Template 7" doesn't.

Template Review Process

After you submit a template, it goes through a review process before it appears on the marketplace. The admin team checks for quality, originality, and that the template works correctly. Once approved, it goes live and starts earning.

Part 3: Withdrawing Your Earnings

Here's the part everyone wants to know about — turning credits into cash.

How Withdrawals Work

All your earnings — from referrals, template sales, or any other credit source — can be withdrawn as real money.

Go to Billing in your workspace
Scroll to the Withdraw Credits section
Enter the number of credits you want to withdraw
Choose your payment method (PayPal or bank transfer)
Submit the request

The Numbers

Exchange rate: 1 credit = $0.04 USD (so 100 credits = $4.00)
Platform fee: 5 credits per withdrawal (flat fee, regardless of amount)
Processing time: Within a few business days

Withdrawal Example

Let's say you've earned 500 credits from template sales and referrals:

You request a withdrawal of 500 credits
Platform fee: 5 credits
Total deducted: 505 credits
Cash received: 500 × $0.04 = $20.00

Important Notes

You can only have one pending withdrawal at a time
Credits must be in your account at the time of the request
Withdrawals are reviewed by the admin team before processing

Earning Scenarios: How Much Can You Really Make?

Let's run through some realistic scenarios.

Scenario 1: Casual Referrer

You share your referral link with 5 friends who sign up and subscribe.

5 completed referrals × 10 credits = 50 credits
Cash value: $2.00

Not life-changing, but it's free credits for videos you were going to make anyway.

Scenario 2: Active Community Member

You're active in 3 content creator communities and regularly recommend tools. Over 3 months, 50 people sign up through your link.

50 completed referrals × 10 credits = 500 credits
Cash value: $20.00
Plus: 500 credits to use for your own video renders

Scenario 3: Template Creator

You create 10 quality templates priced at 15 credits each. Each template averages 20 sales per month.

10 templates × 20 sales × 15 credits = 3,000 credits/month
Cash value: $120/month
Annual: $1,440/year

Scenario 4: Power Creator + Referrer

You sell templates AND actively refer users. Your templates drive traffic to the platform, which brings in more buyers for your templates.

Template sales: 5,000 credits/month
Referrals: 500 credits/month
Total: 5,500 credits/month
Cash value: $220/month

The compounding effect is real — more users on the platform means more potential buyers for your templates.

Getting Started Today

Here's your action plan:

Week 1: Set Up

Sign up for CanvaSub if you haven't already (even the free plan works)
Find your referral link under Referrals in the sidebar
Share it in 2–3 communities where content creators hang out

Week 2: Create Your First Template

Set up your creator profile on the marketplace
Create 2–3 free templates to build your profile
Create 1–2 premium templates priced at 10–15 credits

Week 3+: Scale

Keep creating templates based on what's trending
Share your referral link consistently
Promote your templates on social media
Track your earnings in the billing section
Request your first withdrawal once you've built up credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I earn money on the free plan? Yes. Referral credits and template sales work on all plans, including free. You can withdraw credits earned from any source.

Is there a limit to how many credits I can earn? No. There's no cap on referral credits or template sales. Earn as much as you can.

How long does a withdrawal take? Withdrawals are processed within a few business days after admin review.

What payment methods are supported for withdrawals? Currently PayPal and bank transfer.

Do I need to pay taxes on my earnings? CanvaSub credits converted to cash may be considered income depending on your jurisdiction. We recommend consulting a tax professional for your specific situation.

Can I promote my referral link on social media? Absolutely. Share it anywhere — social media, blog posts, YouTube descriptions, email signatures. The more visibility, the more referrals.

What happens if someone signs up with my link but doesn't pay? The referral shows as "pending." You'll receive credits only when they make their first payment. There's no expiration on pending referrals.

Start Earning Now

CanvaSub isn't just a captioning tool — it's a platform where creators can earn from their skills and their network. Whether you choose the referral route, the template marketplace, or both, the earning potential grows with every user who joins.

Ready to get started? Create your account and find your referral link today.

How to Make Money with CanvaSub: Referrals, Templates & Creator Earnings