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.

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 does SudoMock compare to Adobe Photoshop API pricing?

SudoMock costs $0.002 per render on Scale plans - 75x more efficient than competitors. Same PSD processing quality, 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?

CDN-hosted output URLs. 2B+ renders served with 99.9% uptime. Parallel 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. Parallel limits vary by plan. For high-volume needs, contact us for enterprise limits.

Which Photoshop blend modes are supported?

SudoMock supports all 27 Photoshop blend modes: Normal, Dissolve, Darken, Multiply, Color Burn, Linear Burn, Darker Color, Lighten, Screen, Color Dodge, Linear Dodge, Lighter Color, Overlay, Soft Light, Hard Light, Vivid Light, Linear Light, Pin Light, Hard Mix, Difference, Exclusion, Subtract, Divide, Hue, Saturation, Color, and Luminosity.

Are there any layer limits?

No artificial layer limits. SudoMock processes complex PSD files with deep layer hierarchies. Layer effects like Drop Shadow, Stroke, and Blend If are fully supported. Professional-grade output for print-ready workflows.

How to Create Mockups Without Photoshop

No Adobe subscription? No problem. Here's how to create professional product mockups without Photoshop - using APIs, free tools, and our unlimited dashboard.

Cost

Free dashboard

Software

Browser-based

Fast

Rendering

API speed

∞

Unlimited

Dashboard renders

Why Skip Photoshop?

Adobe Creative Cloud costs $22.99/month minimum. For POD sellers and small businesses, that adds up - especially when you only need Photoshop for mockups.

Option	Monthly Cost	Learning Curve	Best For
Adobe Photoshop	$22.99	Steep	Designers
SudoMock Dashboard	$0	None	Everyone
SudoMock API	$0.002/render	Basic	Developers
Affinity Photo	$70 once	Moderate	Budget designers

Option 1: Free Dashboard (Easiest)

SudoMock's dashboard lets you create mockups visually - no software, no code. Just upload your design and download the result.

Completely free - No credit card, no limits

Browser-based - Works on any device

Instant preview - See results before downloading

Multiple formats - PNG, JPEG, WebP exports

Getting Started

Go to dashboard/playground
Upload or select a PSD template
Drag your design onto the Smart Object
Adjust colors and settings
Download your mockup

Option 2: REST API (For Automation)

If you need to generate mockups programmatically, use the API. No Photoshop required - just HTTP requests.

Generate mockup via API

bash

1curl -X POST "https://api.sudomock.com/api/v1/renders" \
2  -H "X-API-KEY: YOUR_API_KEY" \
3  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
4  -d '{
5    "mockup_uuid": "your-template-uuid",
6    "smart_objects": [{
7      "uuid": "smart-object-uuid",
8      "asset": {
9        "url": "https://your-cdn.com/design.png"
10      }
11    }],
12    "export_options": {
13      "image_format": "webp",
14      "quality": 95
15    }
16  }'

Response

json

1{
2  "success": true,
3  "data": {
4    "print_files": [{
5      "export_path": "https://cdn.sudomock.com/renders/abc123.webp"
6    }]
7  }
8}

Option 3: Free PSD Alternatives

Need to create your own mockup templates? These free tools can create PSD-compatible files:

Photopea - Free browser-based Photoshop clone - opens and saves PSD files

GIMP + Plugin - Free desktop app with PSD export capability

Affinity Photo - $70 one-time purchase, full PSD support

Photopea Workflow

Open photopea.com
Create your mockup with Smart Objects
Export as PSD
Upload to SudoMock
Generate unlimited variations via API or dashboard

Pre-Made Templates

Don't want to create templates yourself? Use community templates or purchase from marketplaces:

Creative Market - Premium mockup templates with Smart Objects

GraphicBurger - Free high-quality mockups

Mockup World - Curated free mockup collection

Pixeden - Mix of free and premium templates

License Check

Always verify the template license allows commercial use and API/automated rendering before purchasing.

Summary

Need	Best Solution
Quick one-off mockups	Free Dashboard
Bulk/automated generation	REST API
Create custom templates	Photopea (free)
Pre-made templates	Creative Market

No Photoshop Required

Between the free dashboard, REST API, and tools like Photopea, you can build a complete mockup workflow without ever paying for Adobe software.

Get Started

Try Free Dashboard

No signup required

Get API Access

500 free credits

Smart Objects Guide

Create your own templates

Open Photopea

Free PSD editor