What is a PSD Mockup API?

A PSD Mockup API is a REST endpoint that processes Adobe Photoshop files, replacing Smart Object layers with dynamic images/text and returning rendered mockups via HTTP. SudoMock delivers results in under 1 second.

Is there a free mockup API?

Yes. SudoMock offers 500 free API credits with no credit card required. Dashboard usage is completely free and unlimited forever. Test your workflow before committing to a paid plan.

How to automate Photoshop mockups?

Upload your PSD template to SudoMock API, map Smart Object UUIDs to your design assets, and call the render endpoint. Integrate with n8n, Zapier, or Make for fully automated workflows.

How to create mockups without Photoshop?

Use SudoMock's REST API or free dashboard. Upload a PSD template once, then generate unlimited variations programmatically. No Adobe subscription or desktop software required.

How does SudoMock compare to Adobe Photoshop API pricing?

Adobe charges $0.15 per request. SudoMock costs $0.002 per render on Scale plans — 75x cheaper. Same PSD processing quality, faster response times, predictable monthly pricing.

Can I use SudoMock for Print on Demand automation?

Yes. SudoMock was built for POD sellers. Generate product mockups for Etsy, Amazon, Shopify at scale. Batch processing handles thousands of variants in minutes.

How fast is the rendering?

Under 1 second average response time. CDN-hosted output URLs. 2M+ renders served with 99.9% uptime. Rate limits vary by plan.

What output formats are supported?

PNG, JPEG, and WebP. Configure quality (1-100), resolution up to 8000px, and transparency (alpha channel). WebP default for optimal CDN delivery and page speed.

Do you support batch processing?

Yes. Send multiple render requests in parallel using our REST API. Rate limits vary by plan. For high-volume needs, contact us for enterprise limits.

How to Automate Etsy Product Mockups in 2025

Running an Etsy shop with hundreds of designs? Manual mockup creation is eating your time. In this guide, we'll show you how to automate Etsy product mockup generation using SudoMock's API — saving hours of repetitive work every week.

500

Mockups

Generated in 10 minutes

41hrs

Time saved

Per batch vs manual

$624

Cost savings

Per 500 mockups

<1s

Per mockup

API response time

The Etsy Mockup Challenge

Every Etsy listing needs compelling product images. For POD sellers, that means creating mockups for t-shirts, mugs, posters, and more — often the same design across multiple products. At scale, this becomes unsustainable.

The Math Doesn't Work

100 designs × 5 product types = 500 mockups. At 5 minutes per mockup, that's 41+ hours of work. And with new designs every week, this cycle never ends.

The API Automation Solution

SudoMock's REST API generates mockups programmatically. Upload your PSD templates once, then call the API with your design URLs. The result? 500 mockups in under 10 minutes.

Prepare Your Templates

Create PSD mockup templates for each product type you sell on Etsy. Each template needs Smart Object layers where your design will be placed. Upload these templates to SudoMock:

Upload PSD Templatebash

curl -X POST "https://api.sudomock.com/api/v1/psd/upload" \
  -H "X-API-KEY: YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "psd_file_url": "https://your-storage.com/tshirt-mockup.psd",
    "psd_name": "Black T-Shirt Front"
  }'

Store Template UUIDs

The upload response includes mockup_uuid and smart_object UUIDs. Store these in your database or config file — you'll reference them for every render.

Pro Tip

Create a configuration file mapping each Etsy product type to its template UUID. This makes your automation script much cleaner and easier to maintain.

Build Your Automation Script

Here's a Python script that generates mockups for all your product types at once:

batch_mockups.pypython

1import requests
2import os
3
4API_KEY = os.environ.get("SUDOMOCK_API_KEY")
5API_URL = "https://api.sudomock.com/api/v1/renders"
6
7# Your template configurations
8TEMPLATES = {
9    "tshirt_black": {
10        "mockup_uuid": "your-tshirt-black-uuid",
11        "smart_object_uuid": "your-so-uuid"
12    },
13    "tshirt_white": {
14        "mockup_uuid": "your-tshirt-white-uuid",
15        "smart_object_uuid": "your-so-uuid"
16    },
17    "mug_11oz": {
18        "mockup_uuid": "your-mug-uuid",
19        "smart_object_uuid": "your-so-uuid"
20    },
21    "poster_24x36": {
22        "mockup_uuid": "your-poster-uuid",
23        "smart_object_uuid": "your-so-uuid"
24    }
25}
26
27def generate_mockup(design_url, template_key):
28    template = TEMPLATES[template_key]
29    
30    response = requests.post(
31        API_URL,
32        headers={
33            "X-API-KEY": API_KEY,
34            "Content-Type": "application/json"
35        },
36        json={
37            "mockup_uuid": template["mockup_uuid"],
38            "smart_objects": [{
39                "uuid": template["smart_object_uuid"],
40                "asset": {
41                    "url": design_url,
42                    "fit": "contain"
43                }
44            }],
45            "export_options": {
46                "image_format": "webp",
47                "image_size": 2000,
48                "quality": 95
49            }
50        }
51    )
52    
53    result = response.json()
54    return result["data"]["print_files"][0]["export_path"]
55
56# Generate all mockups for a new design
57design = "https://cdn.example.com/new-design.png"
58for template_key in TEMPLATES:
59    mockup_url = generate_mockup(design, template_key)
60    print(f"{template_key}: {mockup_url}")

Connecting to Your Workflow

The real power comes from integrating this into your existing workflow. Here are the most popular approaches:

n8n workflow — Trigger on new file in Dropbox/Google Drive

Zapier integration — Connect to your design tool exports

Custom script — Run on a schedule or trigger from your app

GitHub Actions — Automate on repository changes

Cost Comparison

Let's calculate the ROI for a typical Etsy seller generating 500 mockups:

Method	Time	Cost	With SudoMock
Manual in Photoshop	41+ hours	$625 (at $15/hr)	$1.00
Fiverr/Outsource	2-3 days	$100-500	$1.00
Other APIs	10 min	$25-75	$1.00

Bottom Line

SudoMock costs $0.002 per render on high-volume plans. That's 500 mockups for $1.00. Compare that to 41 hours of manual work.

Next Steps

Ready to automate your Etsy mockups? Start with these resources:

Quick Start Guide

Get your first mockup in 5 minutes

n8n Integration

Build visual automation workflows

Etsy & Shopify Guide

Platform-specific tips and tricks

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