If you sell resources on Teachers Pay Teachers, every single product you upload should include a Terms of Use page – and in many cases, a Credits page as well. These pages protect your work, keep you compliant with font and clipart licenses, and help set clear expectations for buyers.
If you’ve ever wondered what actually needs to go on these pages, how detailed they should be, or where they should live inside your resource files, I’m goint to walk you through it step by step – without overcomplicating things.
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What a Terms of Use Page Does (and Why You Need One)
A Terms of Use page explains how your resource can and cannot be used after purchase. It’s not just a formality – it’s an important layer of protection for your business.
On Teachers Pay Teachers, each purchase is for one teacher license, unless the buyer chooses to purchase multiple licenses at checkout. Your Terms of Use should clearly state this so there’s no confusion later.
Most Terms of Use pages include three key parts: licensing language, copyright information, and a simple breakdown of what buyers may and may not do with the resource. This doesn’t need to be long or intimidating. In fact, the clearer and more straightforward it is, the better.
Many sellers use AI to help draft this wording, and that’s totally fine – as long as the final version is accurate and easy to understand.
Making Sure Buyers See Your Terms of Use
One important legal detail many sellers don’t realize at first is that buyers should be able to see your Terms of Use before purchasing for it to truly hold weight.
TPT doesn’t allow a checkbox agreement at checkout like you might see on a personal website, but you still have options. Including your Terms of Use in the preview file is one of the easiest ways to handle this. You can also link to a more detailed Terms of Use in your product description if you want an extra layer of visibility.
If you’re interested in a better understanding of the legal side of digital products, I highly recommend listening to this recent podcast of mine: Get Your Digital Product Business Legally Legit. It breaks down what actually matters legally for sellers and clears up a lot of common misconceptions around Terms of Use and licensing.
When (and Why) You Need a Credits Page for your TPT Products
A Credits page is required anytime the fonts or clipart you use require attribution. This depends entirely on the creator’s license, so checking Terms of Use before using any asset is essential.
If you primarily use Canva fonts or clipart that don’t require attribution, your Credits page may be very short – or unnecessary. But when attribution is required, this page is not optional.
Many sellers combine their Credits page with a Thank You page, which is a great way to both meet license requirements and create a more professional buyer experience.
What to Include on a Credits or Thank You Page
A strong Credits page usually starts with a short thank-you and a brief introduction. Let buyers know who you are and what type of resources you create. This builds connection and trust, even in a small way.
One thing I always recommend including is a contact email for your TPT store. This gives buyers a direct way to reach you if they spot an error or have a question – and it can significantly reduce negative reviews.
Next, list your required credits exactly as the artist specifies. Some creators want text links, others require their logo to be displayed and hyperlinked. Always follow their instructions closely.
You can also use this page to gently cross-promote other resources, invite buyers to connect with you elsewhere, or highlight what they might want to purchase next.
Your Terms of Use is a A Great Place to Grow Your Email List
Your Terms of Use or Thank You page is also one of the best places to include a lead magnet if you have one.
If you offer a free resource related to what the buyer just purchased, you can invite them to grab it and join your email list. This turns a one-time TPT sale into the start of a longer relationship.
If you’re ready to build an email list that actually leads to sales – without feeling spammy – my Subscribers to Sales Email List Course walks through exactly how to do that in a way that works alongside TPT, not against it.
Where Should These Pages Should Live in Your Files?
You can include your Terms of Use and Credits pages as separate PDFs inside a zipped folder along with your student materials and answer keys. This keeps things organized and easy to update.
Another option is placing your Terms of Use at the beginning of your main resource PDF. If your resource needs to be flattened because of font or clipart licenses, you can merge a non-flattened Terms of Use PDF with a flattened resource PDF using free online tools. This keeps important links clickable while still protecting your work.
Going Beyond TPT: Why Legal Pages Matter on Your Website Too
If you plan to sell resources or digital products on your own website, proper legal pages become even more important. You’ll need things like a privacy policy and website terms—these aren’t optional.
I personally recommend Creative Contracts, which offers legal templates specifically made for digital product sellers and course creators. They make the process much less intimidating.
Terms of Use and Credits pages aren’t just about checking a box – they’re about protecting your work, respecting other creators’ licenses, and running your TPT store like a real business.
Once you create solid templates for these pages, you can reuse them across all of your resources and save yourself a ton of time.
If you want help building your TPT store the right way – from creating resources to listing, protecting, and selling them – I also offer a free training that walks you through exactly how TPT works and what to focus on first. It’s a great next step if you want clarity and confidence as you grow.
