How to Rebrand Ebooks (Word/PDF)
Rebranding makes your products stand out and feel uniquely yours. Here's how to customize ebooks using the included Word and PDF files.
Do You HAVE to Rebrand?
No. You can sell products as-is if you prefer. However, rebranding is highly recommended because:
- It makes your product stand out from others selling similar content
- It builds your brand recognition
- It increases perceived value
- Even small changes make a big difference
Quick Rebranding (PDF Only)
For minimal effort, just add your logo to the existing PDF.
Tools: iLovePDF, Adobe Acrobat, SmallPDF
Steps:
- Download the PDF version
- Upload to iLovePDF or similar tool
- Add your logo to the cover and/or footer
- Download the branded PDF
📖 Full tutorial: How to Add a Logo to a PDF
Pro members: Use the built-in PDF Rebrander tool for even easier customization.
Full Rebranding (Word File)
For complete customization, edit the Word (.docx) file.
What You Can Change:
- ✏️ Title and subtitle
- 🎨 Colors and fonts
- 📝 All text content
- 🖼️ Images and graphics
- 📄 Headers and footers
- 📇 Your name and bio
- 🔗 Links and calls-to-action
Step-by-Step Process:
Step 1: Open the Word file
- Use Microsoft Word or Google Docs
- Google Docs: Upload to Drive → Open with Google Docs
Step 2: Add your branding
- Replace "Author Name" with your name
- Add your logo to the header or title page
- Include your website URL
- Add a call-to-action (e.g., "Visit mysite.com for more")
Step 3: Customize the content
- Update the title to match your brand voice
- Add your own introduction or personal story
- Insert your own examples or case studies
- Adjust language to match your audience
Step 4: Update the formatting
- Change fonts to match your brand
- Adjust colors if desired
- Ensure consistent styling throughout
Step 5: Export as PDF
- File → Download/Export → PDF
- Review the final version before using
Creating a New Cover
The included artwork makes creating a custom cover easy.
Option 1: Canva (Recommended)
- Go to canva.com
- Create a new design (ebook cover size: 1600 x 2560 px)
- Upload the included artwork
- Add your title, subtitle, and author name
- Apply your brand colors and fonts
- Download as PDF or PNG
Option 2: Use Pro Templates Pro members have access to 120+ editable cover templates in Canva and Figma. Simply:
- Open the template
- Replace placeholder text
- Upload your own images or use included artwork
- Export
Combining New Cover with Content
After creating your cover and editing the content:
Method 1: Word Document
- Insert your cover image as the first page
- Export the entire document as PDF
Method 2: PDF Merge
- Export cover as PDF
- Export content as PDF
- Use iLovePDF or Adobe Acrobat to merge into one file
Method 3: PDF Rebrander (Pro)
- Upload your custom cover
- Upload the ebook content
- The tool combines them automatically
Rebranding Checklist
Before publishing, make sure you've:
- Added your name/brand name
- Updated the title (optional but recommended)
- Added your logo
- Included your website/contact info
- Added a call-to-action
- Created or customized the cover
- Proofread for any remaining placeholder text
- Exported as PDF