How to use the Etsy SEO Listing Generator
- Describe the item in plain words. Type the product as a buyer would say it ("crossbody bag", not a model name), then the main material, the colours and the style. Choose who it is for, and type the size if you know it.
- Tick the occasions and features that are true. Occasions become gift phrases in the title and tags. Features such as handmade, personalised or made to order add matching lines to the description. Leave anything unticked that does not apply.
- Read the results and edit them. All four text boxes can be edited. The counters update as you type, so you can see straight away if the title goes over 140 characters or a tag goes over 20.
- Try another variation. Press Regenerate variation to reorder the title phrases, swap synonyms and change the opening sentence. Pick the version that reads best, or mix parts from several.
- Copy each block into Etsy. Use the Copy buttons. The tags are on one comma-separated line, so you can paste them into the Etsy tag box in one go.
What the generator creates
- A title of up to 140 characters. It starts with your main buyer phrase (material plus product, and who it is for), then adds short phrases for style, colour, features and occasion, separated by commas. A word is never used twice, so every part of the title adds something new.
- Exactly 13 tags. Each tag is 20 characters or fewer, has two or more words, and appears only once. The tags mix the main product phrase with material, style, colour, synonyms buyers use (for example "crossbody purse" or "shoulder bag"), who it is for and gift phrases, so the listing can match a wider range of searches.
- A description template. A short opening that repeats the main phrase, followed by Features, Size, Care, Gifting and Shipping sections. Care tips are suggested for common materials such as leather, cotton, metal and wood. Anything the tool cannot know is left in [square brackets] for you to fill in.
- Alt text ideas for photos. One line per typical photo (front view, close-up, in use for scale, inside or back, size reference, gift packaging). Match each line to a real photo and change it to describe what that photo actually shows.
- A pre-publish checklist. Practical reminders such as filling the Materials field, using at least 10 photos and setting a realistic processing time.
Why it does not read your photos
Some tools ask you to upload a photo and send it to an AI service to write the listing. This generator deliberately does not. It runs completely in your browser with simple, transparent rules, so it is free, fast and private, and nothing you type leaves your device. The trade-off is that it only knows what you tell it. If the material, colour or size you enter is wrong, the text will be wrong too, so always check the result against the real item.
Making the generated text your own
Treat the output as a strong first draft. Buyers respond to specific, honest details: the exact leather, how the strap adjusts, what fits inside, how long it takes to make. Add those details to the description and remove any bracketed line that does not apply. If the tool suggests a synonym or gift phrase that does not suit your item, replace it with a better one; the Extra phrases box lets you add your own true phrases before generating.
When the listing is ready, paste it into the Etsy Listing Analyzer to check the score and catch anything you missed. For the thinking behind good titles and tags, read our practical guide to Etsy SEO, and use the Etsy fee calculator to make sure the price still leaves you a profit.
Want the full explanation? Read our guide: How to write Etsy product descriptions that sell.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this generator use AI or read my photos?
No. It builds the title, tags and description from the details you type, using fixed rules that run in your browser. It does not upload photos, call an AI service or use live Etsy data, and nothing you type is sent to our server.
Are the 13 tags always within Etsy's limits?
Yes. The generator only outputs tags of 20 characters or fewer, with no duplicates, and it aims for exactly 13. If you edit the tags yourself, the counter shows straight away if one goes over 20 characters.
Can I use the generated title as it is?
You can, but read it first. Remove any phrase that is not accurate, and consider adding a specific detail only you know, such as the exact material or a feature buyers ask about. Accurate titles turn views into sales better than long ones.
What does Regenerate variation change?
It reorders the phrases after the main buyer phrase, swaps in different synonyms and tags, and changes the opening sentence of the description. Your main phrase always stays at the start of the title.
Why are there [brackets] in the description?
They mark details the tool cannot know, such as processing time, lining or strap length. Replace them with your real information, or delete the line if it does not apply, before you publish.
Can I use it for marketplaces other than Etsy?
Yes, as a starting point. The title and tag limits follow Etsy's rules (140 characters and 13 tags of 20 characters), so check the limits of other marketplaces before you paste.