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Q: What should I include on my certificate?

Details you might want to include are a title or header; the name of your business, institution, or organization, along with a logo; the name of your recipient; the date awarded; any relevant signatures; and any additional details about the certificate.

Q: How do I add graphic elements like a signature, badge, or border to my certificate?

Use the Shapes and Design assets libraries to find badges, ribbons, borders, and more to add right to your certificate. Upload custom images, such as a signature, from your device to your certificate. Use tools like the Effects panel or Remove Background to personalize your images for your project.

Q: Can I create my own certificate template?

Any new or existing project can be turned into a shareable template. To turn your certificate into a template, click on the three-dot menu at the left of the Download button and follow the steps to turn your design into a template.

Q: Can I get Adobe Express for free? If so, what’s included?

Yes, Adobe Express has a free plan that includes core features like photo editing tools and effects and thousands of free templates. Learn more about our plans and pricing .

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Open Adobe Express for free on your desktop or mobile device to start creating your certificate.
Explore templates.
Browse through thousands of standout templates and choose one to start your custom certificate.
Add your personal touch.
Upload your own photos or browse our library of high-quality Adobe Stock images to add to your certificate. Drag and drop icons, borders, flourishes, and more to customize it even further. Choose from over 25,000 fonts to add to your certificate or let Adobe Express provide you with curated font recommendations for your project.
Add your branding.
Make a design that matches your business or brand's visual identity. Upload your logo, add your slogan, and color schemes.
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Save your finished certificate to your device to print out or share online. Revisit your project anytime to make updates in the future.

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Make stunning custom certificates with Adobe Express.

A certificate performs two crucial functions — it recognizes achievement and certifies a skill or qualification. Find the perfect certificate template in the Adobe Express online editor, whether it’s a Certificate of Recognition, Achievement, Attendance, Diploma, and so much more to start customizing today. No experience is required, so have fun with all the editing tools you need right at your fingertips to make an impactful certificate.

Creating certificates is fun, free, and easy with Adobe Express.

Recognize the achievements of others with a beautiful certificate made in minutes. Start inspired with thousands of Adobe Stock photos, icons, graphics and more to drag and drop into your certificate design. Fill in the details of the certificant in mind such as name, date, and achievement with over 25,000 Adobe Fonts to choose from. Can’t decide on which font to use? Adobe Express has your back with curated font recommendations just for your project.

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Design thoughtful certificates for any individual and occasion.

Whether it’s for a guest, your students, or employees, a well-designed certificate allows you to properly recognize the effort and achievements of each individual or organization. Use the Adobe Express certificate maker to create a certificate that recognizes their milestones and leave them feeling accomplished for their hard work. Create a certificate for every need, from Certificates of Recognition, Attendance, Diplomas, and so much more. Make sure to sign each certificate before handing it off to awardees.

Customize unique certificates for an authentic look and feel.

Recognizing the hard work of others with a personalized certificate leaves a lasting impact on your employers, students, interns, and recipients. It gives them a sense of achievement and promotes a positive work environment. With the Adobe Express certificate maker, you can design a certificate fit for any occasion. Be sure to add a custom message to your certificate design and images if you have them at hand for further personalization. The Adobe Express certificate maker isn’t just for professional certifications. Feel free have fun with the design process and to make certificates for contest and events, too.

Create easier with the Adobe Express certificate maker.

Whatever it is you dream of, the Adobe Express online editor helps you make certificates quickly and easily. With any vision, style, or aesthetic you imagine, you can easily bring it to life with tons of free certificate templates by your side. Use our drag and drop editing features to add icons, graphics, shapes, to showcase your personality and liven up the details of your custom certificate. Brand your certificate with your logo, unique fonts, and color combinations to easily stand out amongst the rest. Before wrapping things up, send your file to collaborators for an all-hands-on-deck editing experience. Resize in one-click to share across your social channels to reach an even wider audience.

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Frequently asked questions.

What is the standard certificate size?

Generally, certificates are printed on standard 8.5” by 11” letter paper with landscape orientation. If you’d like to make a custom certificate that’s larger or smaller, use the Resize tool to enter in your desired dimensions.

What should I include on my certificate?

How do I add graphic elements like a signature, badge, or border to my certificate?

Can I create my own certificate template?

Can I get Adobe Express for free? If so, what’s included?

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