33+ Free Certificate Borders to Download

Certificate border templates are a lot like using a calculator. Rather than sweating over complex equations, why not solve them effortlessly with the tool?

In the same way, instead of spending hours manually crafting certificate borders, tap into the free certificate border templates available.

By choosing a border certificate template, you sidestep design complexities and focus on what truly matters – delivering a memorable experience. So why not pick a certificate border template that captures the essence of your event and customize it to your heart’s content with Certifier?

How to make a certificate border?

Actually, you don’t have to make a certificate border. You can use a ready-made certificate border to create an outstanding certificate design.

That’s why we don’t recommend you create certificate designs from ground ZERO (and even more so the certificate borders). It’s more effective to use customizable certificate border templates in your designs.

When it comes to efficiency, let’s talk about why using online certificate makers beats piecing together certificates in free MS apps.

Beautiful designs at your fingertips. Online, you’ll find loads of awesome certificate borders that you can tweak to make your own. Every certificate you send out looks crisp, professional, and just right for the occasion.

Bulk sending? No problem. You customize the template once, and with just a couple of clicks, bam – they are personalized for every recipient and ready to be sent off! This saves you from the headache of dealing with each certificate one by one.

Fewer mistakes, more time for you. Automating the process means less room for slip-ups. Plus, you get more time to focus on other big stuff, knowing your certificate tasks are handled smoothly and quickly.

Even if you might only need to send certificates once in a while, the ease and polish of using an online tool like Certifier can make a huge difference. And for those looking to send lots of certificates regularly, this is your chance to see just how easy and impressive it can be with our cool certificate borders and effortless sending options.

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Right here, you can find borders for certificates, which are useful no matter what tool you use to create credentials. All of them are compatible with Microsoft Word (some of them work with PowerPoint as well).

Hey! 👋 Do you need to create more than a few certificates? We recommend using a bulk certificate generator like Certifier. It's pretty simple—you choose the certificate border, edit the template, and send personalized certificates all at once.

01 Blue zigzag modern certificate border template

Attendees at a marketing summit or creative workshop will love receiving certificates stamped with this certificate border design. It’s energetic and fun, ideally suited for events that are all about creativity. With the certificate maker app, you can design once and send beautifully framed certificates to everyone, all with consistent quality.

02 Modern border certificate background

Here's something for the contemporary at heart. This simple purple border brings a modern edge to any certificate. Ideal for minimalist design lovers, it highlights the achievements without overwhelming them. This professional certificate border design is editable, making it a go-to choice for graduations or professional recognitions where you want the focus purely on the accomplishment.

03 Attractive certificate border template

Imagine you're handing out certificates at the end of a long project. You want something that says modern yet respects the effort put in. That’s where this blue geometric border comes in. The bold lines and sharp angles add a contemporary vibe and make it perfect for recognizing innovation or team success. Just download, customize, and you’re ready to wow the recipients.

04 Decorative and professional certificate border design

This blue detailed border is designed for those moments that deserve a bit more pomp – graduation day, a milestone anniversary, or a top employee award. The careful details and soothing blue colors add a touch of prestige. You can customize each certificate to celebrate any achievement you want.

05 Blue and gold classic certificate border

Make your awards look classy, and check out this navy blue and gold border. It's perfect for graduations and recognitions. Would you like to change the details? You can edit and download this certificate border template for free within the Certifier editor.

06 Green modern certificate border

Get modern with this sleek green border design for the certificate. Ideal for any recognition program or certificate of appreciation, this editable certificate border design is easy to personalize. Download it for free and create professional, stylish certificates.

07 Purple and white sophisticated border

What if you changed the straight lines a little? It can turn out that the certificate border design gets a cooler, more interesting look. Simple yet effective lines highlight the content inside. Click above to try it out.

08 Dynamic border design for certificate

For training or courses, this simple recognition border design captures the essence of modern professionalism without overshadowing the certificate's message. Its clean lines and unobtrusive design allow the achievements to stand out. The uneven lines create an even more interesting design that makes the certificate unique (but with Certifier customization options this time for real!).

09 Border graduation background

Frame your certificates with geometric precision. These lines and shapes give the border design certificate the spotlight it deserves. Perfect for graduation ceremonies, this professional certificate border design adds just the right touch. Make it yours.

🛟 Having trouble getting your design right in PowerPoint? Let Certifier's design-builder do the heavy lifting. You don’t have to create certificates from scratch. With just a few clicks, you can tweak the template and customize it to your needs.

10 Blue ornate certificate border

Have a look at this stunning blue ornate certificate border. it’s a showstopper, perfectly designed to make your certificates pop. It's perfect for any kind of award or recognition, with elegant swirls and patterns that add class to any formal document. The best part? You can customize it yourself, and it's completely free to download – so you can make your documents look extra special (even in Microsoft Word).

11 Dotted line border design for certificate

If less is more is your mantra, you’ll love the minimalist vibe. This certificate border is subtle yet stylish, adding just the right amount of elegance to any certificate. After adding certificate elements like branding and color, it can become truly unusual. Best of all, you can align it to any purpose. Read on if you need some tips on how to design a certificate further.

12 Doubled certificate border

Just doubling the certificate borders can make it look cooler? Here’s the proof. Add text, logos, and graphics to further personalize this design. Choose from a variety of certificate font styles and colors to make it truly unique. Finally, print it out or share it online with a few clicks. Why struggle with confusing design tools when Certifier can streamline the process? Customize and send this modern border directly online – regardless of how many credentials you need.

13 Simple recognition border design

Here’s certificate border design for recognition program that is editable and clean – perfect for tech workshops or innovative seminars. If you don’t want to waste your time on customizing this template to every recipient, use a bulk certificate generator that saves you time and aligns each certificate perfectly.

14 Brown interlaced certificate border design

Put a little tradition on your next certificate with this ornamental frame for certificate. With its looping design, this border design calls back to old-world craftsmanship. It may resemble metal or gold ornamentation. Some say it looks like a spiral. It can definitely be used in many ways, including yours!

15 Purple elegant border certificate template

It’s the popular choice for traditional certificate borders. To be honest, this one fits for royalty, too. The deep purple and detailed scrollwork adds a majestic flair, perfect for making any recipient feel honored. Keep the text simple when designing something this fancy so it doesn't clash with the certificate border.

16 Subtle certificate border template

Ever needed to create certificates for a workshop or a seminar? This simple grey border is all about understated elegance – ideal for occasions where you want the words to shine, not the decoration. If you're wrapping up a professional course or a community class certificate, this border design certificate frames achievements well.

17 Classic certificate border design

Wrap the awards in a certificate border that’s as detailed as a finely woven textile. This brown lace design is ideal for turning up elegance on special occasions. It’s all about the details here, so when you’re setting up your certificate, keep the fonts classic and let the border do the talking.

18 Starburst border design for certificate

Spark excitement with this vibrant certificate border that looks like fireworks. Perfect for framing those standout moments, whether it’s acing that tough course or unleashing a wave of artistic flair. This border design certificate makes recipients do a double-take and feel like the stars of the show.

19 Certificate border with patterned decoration

For the daring and the bold, this geometric red border makes a statement. It’s modern and punchy, perfect for digital and printed credentials. When using geometric patterns, balance is key – keep the internal layout clean to complement the dynamic border. Regarding printing – there are many details to cover so we recommend to read how to print certificates guide first. Thank us later!

20 Olive green simple border

There's elegance in simplicity here, perfect for any certificate. Simple design and soft green color give your certificates an attractive yet subtle look. It's a good choice for formal and informal events. Refresh your border design for certificate with this one!

📐 Our goal is to make your life easy. All certificate borders available here are adjusted to the most common landscape certificate size (8.5x11 inches) – if you prefer the certificate border vertical version, you can download it by clicking the button below the chosen certificate border design.

21 Gold border design for certificate of appreciation 

Every corner of this border has intricate details, setting a sophisticated golden stage for the award inside. It’s the perfect frame for recognizing significant milestones or stellar performances. This one is super easy to customize, as it plays well with almost all certificate color palettes. Check out how our designers used it by clicking the button above!

22 Professional certificate border design

Are you into patterns on certificate borders but want to keep it simple? Scallop edges provide a soft framework suitable for personal or artistic achievements. Design tip from our designers – keep the minimal text with a classic script font to maintain the elegant vibe and ensure the recipient's name and certificate title remains the center point.

23 Traditional border certificate template

Here's what you get if you visualize a border steeped in tradition. This traditional border design certificate, rich in depth and character, could have graced the halls of ancient academies. Its deep blue tones suggest a wisdom passed down through generations.

24 Subtle cloudy certificate border

We don’t want to sound too patetic – but this certificate border looks like fluffy clouds on the blue sky. Our designers use it as a leadership certificate template example but it will literally work in any scenario. That’s the point of our certificate borders. They’re flexible enough to look well on every certificate design (literally!).

25 Timeless certificate border design

This border certificate template is not only easy to personalize, but adds just the right amount of formality to any event. If you're unsure whether to go with classic or modern style, this one should be your choice.

26 Fancy border design for certificate

Here's one for people who still stick to traditional certificate borders. This greyscale design with its intricate details works perfectly for serious business awards. Use bold fonts to ensure the names and titles are the stars of the show. We used this frame for the certificate with a QR code to match the classic design with some modern twist (the code adds a layer of security as well!).

27 Detailed border design certificate

This sophisticated design is just the ticket for awards with a historical or literary twist, adding a splash of classic style to any achievement. With its ornate details, this border works best with a clean, simple certificate layout – let the fancy frame do the talking while your words take center stage, crisp and clear.

28 Modern certificate border template

Like climbing mountains to reach the goal, this certificate border shows dynamic peaks through its bold geometric shapes and vibrant colors. It’s designed for those who appreciate creativity and want their recipients’ achievements to stand out. Though you could tweak this in Word, just Certifier will give you enough precision to add or remove design elements according to your needs (all of that without leaving the browser!).

29 Dark blue wide certificate border

Get to know the dark side of the moon – it's a top choice for any professional setting. Imagine using it for graduation certificates or major awards. Its clean, dark sharp lines highlight accomplishments beautifully, so they look even more impressive.

30 Border design for certificate of appreciation

This design has a lot of decorative elements that frame the certificate content nicely. Once you add your own elements to this certificate border, share your creations digitally so that each recipient receives their recognition without delay.

🚀 Sending hundreds of certificates? No sweat. Once your spreadsheet is set up, you can generate and send all these certificates with the chosen border in a few clicks. It means you're less likely to make mistakes that can happen when you manually enter details or adjust the formatting of a certificate in MS Word.

31 Sleek lines border design for certificate

There's something about this certificate border that's amazing in every detail. A wider border on the outside makes the detailed certificate border look more modern. Add the elements like title, certificate description, company’s logo, certificate ID, and date of issue – and enjoy professional certificate design ready in minutes!

32 Certificate border design with floristic elements

With this certificate border, the credential is literally wrapped up in spring. The art deco floral corners bring a light, airy feel to any award, turning what could be a standard document into something exceptional. PowerPoint format is also available, but please note that adding every certificate element there can be a harsh process. With Certifier’s design-builder, customizing these beautiful floral designs is as easy as pie. So maybe it’s worth trying out?

33 Certificate vintage recognition border design

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Step back in time with this classic background border design for recognition program. It's like handing out awards in a grand hall of the past. The detailed design works best for events where tradition and respect are in the spotlight. Opt for a bulk generator, and you can produce these vintage design template certificates in bulk effortlessly (making it simpler than ever to manage large events!).

34 Simple outlined certificate border fun

It looks like somebody simplified the classic gift certificate template. The result? Perfect certificate border for minimalists. It will wok well as university diplomas or prestigious academic awards. This certificate border template would look great with the company’s logo or gold badge incorporated directly into the design.

Find the perfect certificate border

That’s not the end. You can pick from tons of cool certificate borders within the Certifier certificate tool. Tweak them on the fly and even send a whole batch with a couple of clicks. No more downloading, no more tedious tweaking in Word, just easy-peasy personalization.

Why not give it a whirl? Jump into Certifier and send up to 250 personalized certificates for free. Sign up and get started!