> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.payreque.st/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Creating Products > Set up one-time and recurring products with AI-powered descriptions and images # Creating Products Create professional product listings with pricing, descriptions, and custom fields. Use AI to generate compelling product descriptions and product images instantly. ## Basic Product Setup ### Creating a New Product 1. Navigate to **Products** in your dashboard 2. Click **New Product** button 3. Fill in the required information: * **Product Name**: Clear, descriptive name * **Description**: Detailed product information (or use AI to generate) * **Price**: Amount in EUR * **Currency**: EUR (default) ### Product Types **One-Time Products** * Single purchase items * Physical or digital goods * Services or consultations * No recurring billing **Recurring Products (Subscriptions)** * Enable **Is Recurring** toggle * Set **Billing Interval**: Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Yearly * Configure **Interval Count**: Charge every X intervals * Example: "Every 3 months" = Monthly interval with count of 3 **Security Deposit Products** *(Business plan)* * Places a temporary authorization hold on the customer's credit card * Amount is reserved but not charged until you capture it * Configure hold duration (1-28 days), partial capture, and deposit instructions * Credit card only — other payment methods are hidden automatically * Best for: Hotels, car rentals, equipment rentals, Airbnb deposits * See [Security Deposits →](/payment-processing/security-deposits) for full documentation **Digital Products** * Sell downloadable files (PDF, ZIP, EPUB) with automatic delivery * Customers receive secure, unique download links after payment * Configurable download limits and link expiry * See [Digital Products →](/products-and-pricing/digital-products) for full documentation **Domain Products** * Domain registration with automatic annual renewal subscriptions * Requires a configured provision provider (OpenProvider) * Customers search for available domains and select TLD * See your admin for domain provider setup ## AI-Powered Content 🤖 Generate professional product descriptions and images with one click using AI. ### AI Descriptions Generate compelling, sales-focused product descriptions instantly. **How to Use:** 1. **Enter Product Name**: The AI uses your product name as context 2. **Click the ✨ AI Button**: Located in the description editor toolbar 3. **Review & Edit**: AI generates 2-3 sentences focusing on benefits 4. **Customize**: Edit the generated text to match your brand voice **Features:** * **Benefit-Focused**: Emphasizes what customers get, not just features * **Professional Tone**: Persuasive but authentic copywriting * **Concise**: 2-3 sentences for quick reading * **Sales-Optimized**: Highlights value proposition clearly * **Fast Generation**: Powered by GPT-4o-mini (usually 2-3 seconds) **Example:** ``` Input: "Business Email Hosting" AI Generated: Business Email Hosting provides professional email addresses with your domain name, giving your business a credible and trustworthy image. Enjoy reliable uptime, spam protection, and easy management while keeping customer communications secure and organized. ``` ### AI Image Generation ✨ Generate professional product images using AI - no photography or design skills needed. **How to Use:** 1. **Enter Product Name**: A descriptive name helps generate better images 2. **Add Description** (optional): More context improves image relevance 3. **Click "Generate with AI"**: Button with sparkles icon next to the product image 4. **Wait for Generation**: Usually takes 15-30 seconds 5. **Image Saved Automatically**: Displayed immediately in the product **Features:** * **Professional Quality**: Modern e-commerce style with clean backgrounds * **No Watermarks**: Clean images ready for your shop * **Automatic Upload**: Saved directly to your product * **High Resolution**: 1024x1024px images * **Powered by GPT Image**: OpenAI's latest image generation model **Best Practices:** * Use descriptive product names (e.g., "Premium Leather Wallet" not just "Wallet") * Add a description for more context and better results * Works great for digital products, services, and conceptual items * Physical product images are also generated professionally **During Onboarding**: AI image generation is also available when creating your first product during the onboarding flow - perfect for getting started quickly! ### Best Practices for AI Content **For Best Results:** * Use clear, descriptive product names * Include product type in the name (e.g., "Premium Hosting Plan" not just "Premium") * Generate description first, then image for consistent context * Review and customize generated content for your brand voice * Add technical details manually after AI generation ## Advanced Product Settings ### Pricing Options **Setup Fees** * One-time charge added to first payment * Perfect for onboarding or activation costs * Can have custom name (e.g., "Installation Fee", "Borg") **Quantity-Based Pricing** * Allow customers to select quantity * Total = (Base Price + Add-ons) × Quantity * Useful for seat-based SaaS or multiple licenses **Custom Pricing** * Override standard price when creating subscriptions * Add-ons markup **not included** when custom price is set * Custom price is the final amount ### Trial Periods Configure free trials for recurring products: * **Trial Days**: Number of days customer can test for free * **Trial Description**: Explain what's included in trial * **Automatic Conversion**: Billing starts automatically after trial ends ### Custom Fields Collect additional information from customers: * **Field Types**: Text, email, URL, number, textarea, select, toggle * **Markup Pricing**: Add extra charges to specific options * **Required/Optional**: Control which fields are mandatory * **Public/Dashboard Only**: Control where fields appear See [Custom Fields Guide](/products-and-pricing/custom-fields) for detailed information. ### Order Creation Mode Control when orders are created during checkout. This is especially useful for products with high abandonment rates. **Orders at Checkout (Default)** * Order created when customer starts checkout * Customer registration email sent immediately * Order confirmation email sent immediately * Order appears in dashboard even if payment fails * Standard behavior for most products **Paid-Only Orders** * Order created only after successful payment * No emails sent until payment is confirmed * Reduces spam from abandoned checkouts * Cleaner order data (only paid orders) * Recommended for high-volume or lead-generation products **When to Use Paid-Only Orders**: If you're receiving many "Customer registered" and "New order" emails followed by "Order cancelled" notifications, switch to Paid-Only mode to reduce noise. See [Order Management](/shop-and-checkout/order-management) for more details on how orders work. ## Product Visibility ### Public Products * Visible in your shop * Customers can browse and purchase * Shown in catalog and search results ### Private Products * Only accessible via direct link * Not shown in shop catalog * Perfect for custom quotes or special offers ## Product Images **Supported Formats**: JPG, PNG, WebP **Recommended Size**: 1200x800px (3:2 ratio) **File Size Limit**: 5MB maximum ### Upload Your Own Image * Drag and drop or click to upload * Images are automatically optimized * Stored securely on our CDN ### Generate with AI Don't have product photos? Use AI to generate professional images: * Click **"Generate with AI"** button (sparkles icon) * AI creates a modern e-commerce style image * Based on your product name and description * See [AI Image Generation](#ai-image-generation-) for details ### Image Best Practices * Use high-quality product photography when available * AI-generated images work great for digital products and services * Show product in use when possible * Consistent style across all products * Optimize for web (compress images) ## SEO & Metadata **URL Slug** * Auto-generated from product name * Can be customized for better SEO * Use hyphens, lowercase, no special characters **Meta Description** * Uses product description by default * Keep under 160 characters for search results * Include key benefits and keywords ## Product Organization ### Categories & Tags * Organize products into logical groups * Use tags for filtering and search * Create collections for promotions * Tag-based automation for workflows ### Product Archiving * Archive instead of deleting products * Maintains data integrity for past orders * Can be restored if needed * Archived products hidden from shop ## Next Steps Sell downloadable files with automatic delivery Add custom fields with markup pricing Configure one-time setup charges Share product links with QR codes ## Tips & Tricks **Quick Product Creation**: Use AI to generate both descriptions and images while you configure pricing. This saves time and ensures consistent, professional content across all products. **AI Image Tip**: For best results with AI-generated images, use descriptive product names like "Professional SEO Consulting Package" rather than generic names like "SEO Service". **Pricing Changes**: Modifying a product's price doesn't affect existing subscriptions. Existing customers continue paying their original price. **Subscription Products**: Enable "Allow customers to manage subscriptions" to let customers pause, resume, or cancel their own subscriptions from the customer portal.