Free AI Certificate Generator

Learn how to go from prompt to custom-made certificate in 4 simple steps.

Step 1: Describe the certificate you need

Our AI certificate maker relies on your prompt to design a layout that fits your context, tone, and purpose—so take a few extra seconds to get it right.

Type in your prompt in the AI certificate generator input window. Tell the AI certificate generator what kind of certificate you’re creating. This includes three editable fields:

Type of certificate—Tell the AI certificate generator what kind of certificate you’re looking to create (e.g., Completion, Attendance, Training).

Who it’s for—Add a short description of the recipient and their name (e.g., “trainee John Carter”).

What it’s for—Provide the context (e.g., “for completing a 6-hour first aid training session on July 10, 2025”).

These details help the AI certificate generator build the certificate wording around the correct tone, structure, and context, so the final result matches your exact use case.

Here are some examples of effective prompts:

(1) Make me a certificate of training for UX designer David Patel who participated in the 8-hour ‘Digital UX Design Workshop’ covering wireframing, prototyping, and usability testing on May 28, 2025.

(2) Make me a certificate of recognition for fundraising strategists Nina Verma who raised $50,000 during the ‘Annual Fundraising Gala’ held on June 8, 2025, exceeding campaign goals by 60%.

(3) Make me a certificate of award for varsity athlete David Rodriguez who earned 2nd place in the State Basketball Championship on May 18, 2025, contributing 21 points per game.

To get the most relevant, polished certificate possible, keep the following in mind:

Be specific about the recipient: Include their full name and describe their role or relationship to the occasion (e.g., “project manager”, “participant”, “volunteer”).

Provide concrete details: Include numbers, timeframes, topics, achievements, or impact (e.g., “10 hours of training”, “raised $25,000”, “achieved 100% attendance”).

Mention dates or milestones: Adding dates helps ground the certificate in a real event or timeline.

Stay concise but informative: You don’t need to write a paragraph—1–2 full sentences with specifics is enough.

The more context you give, the more accurate and personalized your certificate wording will be.

Need help writing a prompt?

Click the “Get suggestions” button above the prompt input. Each time you click, the generator will provide a different ready-to-use example based on real-world scenarios.

You can press it as many times as you like, then edit the suggestion to match your specific occasion. It’s a quick way to get started—especially if you’re not sure how to phrase your request.

Once happy with the prompt, click “Create AI certificate.”

Refine the certificate details so AI can get it right

After submitting your prompt, you’ll go through two quick follow-up steps to help the certificate generator AI better understand your intent—so it can adapt tone, structure, and style accordingly.

First, you’ll choose a certificate title that best matches the type of certificate you're creating. For example:

If it's a certificate for a webinar, is it a certificate of attendance or webinar participation certificate?

If it’s an award for startup bootcamp, is it an achievement certificate or award certificate?

Then, you’ll pick a color to align the certificate’s look with your brand or preferences.

These small clarifications help the AI generate a design and layout that feels tailored from the start, saving you time on edits later.

Choose the AI certificate option you like best

Once everything is set, you’ll instantly see six tailored certificate designs based on your prompt and selections. Choose the AI-generated certificate design you like best.

Step 2: Customize the certificate

Once you select a design, the live certificate editor opens. This is where the final version of your certificate takes shape. You can adjust every text element with real-time preview, so every update is reflected immediately on the certificate.

Title

A well-defined title makes your certificate feel intentional and professional. Use this space to clearly define the certificate type. While “Training Certificate” or “Certificate of Completion” is a solid start, try to tailor it to your use case. For example, use a title like “Annual Employee Safety Training Certificate,” “Webinar Attendance Certificate—Q2 2025,” or “Volunteer Appreciation Award.”

Subtitle

This typically introduces the recipient and frames the purpose. You can keep it classic with a universal phrase like “Presented to” or make it more specific with wording such as “Granted in recognition of top performance to”. The more tailored your subtitle, the more context and formality your certificate carries.

Recipient name

This is the focal point of the certificate—make it count. Always use the recipient’s full name (or their title if you’re awarding an organization), formatted properly. Double-check the spelling for accuracy and formality.

Description heading

This line summarizes the reason for the certificate. It typically begins with phrases like “For successfully completing…”, “In recognition of…”, or “For outstanding performance in…”.

Be specific: mention the course, project, award, or occasion. For example:

“For completing the 8-hour ‘Emergency Response Training’ on August 1, 2025”

“For securing first place in the Regional Coding Challenge”.

Tip: Align the heading with the subtitle for grammatical flow. If your subtitle says “This is to certify that”, your heading should follow with “has successfully completed…”—not start a new sentence fragment like “for completing…”. Keep it consistent and seamless.

Description

This is where context matters most. Add dates, program names, results, hours completed, impact, and other relevant information. If your original prompt didn’t include all the details, here’s your chance to enhance the certificate’s credibility and clarity.

Need help crafting or refining the description? Click the “Regenerate with AI” button.

Either way, you get fresh, professionally-phrased copy tailored to your context.

Date

Add the correct completion or recognition date—not today’s date, unless it truly applies.

Signature

Enter the name or title of the person or department issuing the certificate. A signature field adds authority and formality, especially important if the certificate will be used professionally.

Field labels

Customize any headings that don’t quite match your scenario. Swap “Issued by” for “Facilitator” or “Awarded by” as needed. It’s a small detail that makes the certificate feel purpose-built.

Step 3: Export your AI-created certificate

When you’re done, you can download your certificate as PDF. You don’t need to create an account for that; just enter your email to receive the download link.

Bulk-issue online with Certifier

If you want to get more out of your AI-generated certificate, you can create a free Certifier account and save your certificate design as a dynamic template:

• Add branding (your company logo, brand colors, and custom fonts)

• Replace names or details with dynamic attributes

• Send personalized certificates in bulk via email

• Add a certificate QR code that links to a verification page or external URL

• Track certificate delivery and engagement

You can issue up to 250 credentials for free using Certifier!