How to add logos, shop names, and notes to product images | For online shops and flea markets

When using product images in online shops, marketplace apps, handmade sales, social media postings, etc., the shop name, logo, URL, and notes may be included to the extent necessary while making the product easy to see.

If you include too much information in the image, it will be difficult to see the product, and if you do not include anything, it will be difficult to identify the poster or seller. When it comes to product images, it is easier to organize them by thinking about what should be shown first and what information should be included in the image.

What to decide first based on the product image

Before creating product images, decide on the role of each image. Rather than cramming the same information into every image, it will be easier to see if you separate the images into images that show the product, images that explain it, and images that show shop information.

For example, there are the following divisions:

• 1st photo: Make the product itself look bigger
• 2nd page: Explain size, material, color, and set contents
• 3rd photo: Show usage images and precautions
• 4th photo: Inform the shop name, URL, purchase method, and SNS information

The number of images that can be posted and the recommended size vary depending on the sales destination. It will be easier to handle if you first check the specifications of the vendor and then create common image rules.

Where should I put the logo/shop name?

Images featuring the product

For images like the first image that make the product look larger, it is best to place the logo and shop name in a smaller size at the edge of the image.

• Bottom right or bottom left margin
• A place that does not overlap the product itself
• Avoid if there is a price, size or product name
• Choose a color that doesn't blend in with the background

If the logo is too large, the shop name may stand out more than the product. The first priority is to show the product.

Image with description

If you want to include information such as size, material, notes, shipping date, etc. in the image, use the margin of the product image or a dedicated explanatory slide.

It is easier to read if you limit your text to short headings and necessary items rather than long sentences.

Example:

• Size
• color
• Material
• Set contents
• Precautions for use
• Shipping notes

Images that strongly represent your brand or shop

If you want to clearly show your shop name or logo, you can also prepare an image to introduce your brand at the end of the product image.

Rather than overlaying a large logo on a product photo, it is better to create a separate image that summarizes the logo, shop name, SNS, URL, etc., making it easier to separate the role from the image that shows the product.

How to use watermarks

Adding a watermark to your product images makes it easier to identify the source or seller of the image. However, watermarks do not completely prevent images from being saved or used without permission.

Small text watermark

This is a method of placing a small shop name or social media ID on the edge of the image. This is suitable when you want to indicate the source of the image without significantly changing the appearance of the product image.

Logo watermark

This is a method of overlaying logo images such as PNG. Make sure your logo is readable on both light and dark product photos, and adjust the logo's color and opacity if necessary.

Tile Watermark

This is a method of repeating thin letters or logos over the entire image. This is an option if you are concerned about product photo plagiarism, but there is no need to forcefully include all images as this can easily make the product difficult to see.

You can use a small signature on the first page where you want to show the product itself, and a thin tile watermark on the announcement image that is likely to be reprinted.

Process of adjusting product images with MistSeal

1. Open the product image

First, open the product image and check the product itself, background, margins, and where you can add text.

If the composition of each image is significantly different, applying the same logo position all at once may overlap the product. It will be easier to make adjustments if you separate the images by type, such as horizontal, vertical, square, etc.

2. Add logo, shop name, and notes

Add your logo image, shop name, URL, short notes, etc.

If you add text, make sure it doesn't conflict with the product name or product features. If there are a lot of characters, it may be easier to see if you create a separate image for the explanation.

3. Save frequently used settings as presets

If you save the logo position, font color, font, export size, etc. as a preset, you can reuse it next time.

example:- For square product images

• For vertical social media posting
• For horizontal banners
• For sale announcement
• For brand introduction

4. Apply and save to multiple images at once

You can apply the same logo or shop name to a series of products or multiple sales images.

If you use batch processing, try it on a few items first to make sure your logo doesn't overlap the product itself or important text. If there are no problems, it will be easier to manage if you save them all in ZIP format.

Points to make product images easier to see

• Prioritize showing the product in the first photo
• The logo should not stand out too much from the product
• Shorten URLs and notes
• Check the contrast of the text color with the background
• Text that is too small may not be readable on a smartphone
• If the description is too crowded, separate the images
• Use watermarks only on necessary images
• Match the aspect ratio and size of product images to the sales destination

Before posting, it will be easier to check the font size and logo position by reviewing it on your smartphone.

Precautions when adding logos to product images for marketplaces and online shops

When it comes to product images, the priority is to make the product itself easy to see, rather than including a logo or shop name. Especially on the first page, it is easier to convey the content when looking at a list by placing the logo in a small space at the edge of the product, rather than overlaying it in a large size.

If you want to include notes or shipping information in an image, it is better to separate the image into a separate image for the explanation rather than cramming it into the product photo. Each site has different rules and recommended sizes for images, so please check the rules of the site before publishing.

If you want to add the same logo to a product series, it is efficient to create a preset for each image with a similar composition and apply them all at once.

Frequently asked questions

Should I include my logo in the product image?

Although not required, it is useful if you want to indicate the shop name or vendor. It is easiest to place the product small on the edge of the image or in the margins so that it is not difficult to see the product itself.

Should I include a disclaimer in every product image?

There's no need to include long notes with every image. It may be easier to see if images that show the product are separated from images that explain the size and precautions.

Can watermarking prevent product photos from being stolen?

It cannot be completely prevented. Watermarks are used to help identify the vendor or origin of an image. It will be easier to handle if you combine it with multiple methods, such as including shop information on product pages and posts, and adjusting the image size for publication.

Can I put the same logo on multiple products?

For product images that use the same publishing rules, you can save logo and watermark settings and apply them to multiple images at once. If the compositions are very different, it is safe to use separate presets for each type of image.

Summary

When it comes to product images, it will be easier to organize them if you separate them into showing the product and conveying shop information.

We recommend that you make the product the main focus and place the logo and shop name sparingly at the edges or in the margins. If you have a lot of descriptions, separate the images and save frequently used settings as presets to make it easier to match the appearance of multiple products.

Can I put a logo on the product image of a marketplace or online shop?

After checking the rules of the seller/seller, you can add the shop name or logo as long as it does not make the product difficult to see. The basic idea is to place it in a small location that does not overlap with the product name, size, condition, or price.