Field notes
Clearer digital delivery,
one small system at a time.
Practical, low-noise guides for packaging, explaining, and updating downloadable products.
Reduce “Where is my download?” messages
A practical handoff pattern that answers the buyer’s first three questions before they ask.
Etsy Digital Download File Size Limit Checker
Check up to five files against Etsy’s 20 MB per-file limit without uploading them.
Free Etsy Digital Download Instructions Template Generator
Create a clear START HERE note with current Etsy download, ZIP, software, and support steps.
Name files so buyers can find the right one
A calm naming convention for formats, sizes, versions, and START HERE documents.
Ship product updates without losing the trail
Use versions, checksums, and plain-language change notes to make every release auditable.
Write a download FAQ that actually helps
Cover access, ZIP files, devices, printing, and contact details without overwhelming customers.
Build a simple release manifest
A compact record of every file, version, size, checksum, license, and compatibility note.
Verify a public download with SHA-256
Confirm that the file buyers receive is byte-for-byte identical to the release you approved.
See exactly what Release & Update Manager generates
A practical walkthrough of the four records created from one local release workflow.