If you’re only selling PDFs, you’re leaving money on the table. In 2025, serious buyers want planners that work seamlessly with Goodnotes and Notability—two of the most popular digital note-taking apps on iPads.

📝 What’s the Difference?

Standard PDFs are printable. Goodnotes/Notability planners are interactive. They use clickable tabs, hyperlinks, and stylus-friendly design layouts that mimic real notebooks.

💡 Why It Matters for Sales

• Higher perceived value: Interactive = premium
• Repeat buyers: Customers return for updated dated versions
• Better reviews: Customers rave when it works flawlessly on their app

📦 What Formats Should You Offer?

• Hyperlinked PDF: For Goodnotes, Notability, Xodo
• Goodnotes ZIP: If you’re bundling stickers or templates
• Instructions PDF: Include setup tips for each app

📈 Quick Tip

Label your product clearly in your Etsy title: “Goodnotes & Notability Planner – Undated Budget Journal” converts better than “Digital Planner PDF.”

Want to learn more about choosing a niche and selling planners people actually want? Read the full guide: How to Make Money Selling Niche Digital Planners.