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Keyword overview Updated Oct 24, 2026

character portrait

'character portrait' is a highly searched keyword with 2,900 average monthly searches. It has moderate competition on Etsy with 29,563 listings targeting the keyword. In the past year, search interest peaked in March 2026 — timing your listings around that window can give you an edge. With a keyword difficulty of 40/100, ranking for 'character portrait' is achievable but competitive — there are 29,563 competing listings, which is manageable but not wide open. Pairing it with long-tail variations will improve your chances. Products in this category typically sell between $1.99 and $445, with most priced around $62.50. The estimated cost per click for 'character portrait' is $2.88 and the ad market has low competition, meaning not many advertisers are using paid ads to target this keyword.

Monthly search volume

2,900

High volume

Competition

29,563

Medium competition

Cost per click

$2.88

Low ad competition

Keyword difficulty

40/100

Moderate

'character portrait' search trend

Monthly searches

MonthSearches
October 20252,900
November 20252,400
December 20252,400
January 20262,900
February 20266,600
March 20268,100
April 20262,400
May 20262,400
June 20261,900
July 20261,900
August 20262,400
September 20261,900

How much does 'character portrait' cost on Etsy?

Under $10 15%
$10 – $25 17%
$25 – $50 12%
$50 – $100 38%
$100+ 18%

66 listings · USD

Search volume by country

2,900
USA 880
30%
OTHER 2,020
70%

Competition by country

29,563
USA 18,984
64%
UK 2,583
9%
AUS 732
2%
OTHER 7,264
25%

How to rank for 'character portrait' on Etsy

Target the right market

United States leads both search demand (30%) and competition (64%) for 'character portrait', but neither is overwhelmingly dominant.

Price competitively

The price range for 'character portrait' is unusually wide — from $1.99 up to $445. The median sits at $62.50, which is a better benchmark than the average since the spread is so large. The most populated bracket is $50 – $100 (38% of listings). At this price point, buyers take more time to decide. Detailed descriptions, reviews, and high-quality images help justify the investment and reduce abandoned carts.

Ranking difficulty

With a difficulty score of 40/100, 'character portrait' is rated moderate to rank for on Etsy. The moderate difficulty combined with a CPC of $2.88 suggests this keyword attracts serious buyers. Invest in listing quality — the payoff per conversion justifies the effort.

Optimization tips

'character portrait' is short and broad, which means Etsy will match it against a wide range of listings. Lead your title with this keyword followed by specific modifiers that describe your product — for example, pairing it with terms like 'dnd character art' narrows the match and helps Etsy show your listing to the right buyers. Fill your remaining tags with related variations and synonyms — Etsy treats each tag as a separate ranking opportunity. Complete every listing section (description, materials, tags) and add many high quality images and a video, as Etsy's algorithm factors listing quality into search rankings.

Optimize your Etsy listings for 'character portrait'

Top Etsy listings for 'character portrait'

Sample of 12 results
1300 Ultimate Portrait brushes, Procreate brushes for Character portraits, Hairs & Eyes stamps, Skin retouch

1300 Ultimate Portrait brushes, Procreate brushes for Character portraits, Hairs & Eyes stamps, Skin retouch

$19.43 1,334 26,857

AnywaySmileStudio

Custom DnD Character Portrait: Semi-Realistic Digital Art Commission (9x12" JPG & PDF File)

Custom DnD Character Portrait: Semi-Realistic Digital Art Commission (9x12" JPG & PDF File)

$25.00 1,147 49,531

LazyArtistShopPH

Custom Anime Character Portrait, Digital Illustration Commission, Profile Picture (Digital Download)

Custom Anime Character Portrait, Digital Illustration Commission, Profile Picture (Digital Download)

C$48.00 526 7,451

CutesyCutie

Custom RPG Character Portrait, DnD Art (Digital File)

Custom RPG Character Portrait, DnD Art (Digital File)

$180.00 295 13,318

BlueMintAnime

Fantasy Character Commission - Upper Body Portrait - D&D Character Portrait, Custom DnD, Pathfinder Designs

Fantasy Character Commission - Upper Body Portrait - D&D Character Portrait, Custom DnD, Pathfinder Designs

C$70.00 200 5,424

RivetingRenders

Traditional Character Portrait Commission, Hand-Drawn Anime Style Physical Drawing Custom Art

Traditional Character Portrait Commission, Hand-Drawn Anime Style Physical Drawing Custom Art

$70.00 125 1,251

artofchroxia

Fantasy Character Portraits: Dungeons and Dragons NPC Art (100 Image Megapack) (Digital Download)

Fantasy Character Portraits: Dungeons and Dragons NPC Art (100 Image Megapack) (Digital Download)

€20.00 107 4,204

KristjansDigiarts

Custom Character Portrait Commission | Final Fantasy | World of Warcraft | Lost Ark | Dungeons and Dragons, Couples Portrait Commission

Custom Character Portrait Commission | Final Fantasy | World of Warcraft | Lost Ark | Dungeons and Dragons, Couples Portrait Commission

$124.99 101 3,648

FondlyFramed

Burning Flames Token Border: DnD Character Portraits (PNG Files, Digital Download)

Burning Flames Token Border: DnD Character Portraits (PNG Files, Digital Download)

SEK 20.00 48 3,969

SyntheticOak

Vintage German Character Portrait Oil Painting, Old Man With Pipe, Bavarian Folk Artwork, Rustic Wall Decor, Man Cave Decor

Vintage German Character Portrait Oil Painting, Old Man With Pipe, Bavarian Folk Artwork, Rustic Wall Decor, Man Cave Decor

$445.00 28 318

GalleriesVintageArt

Custom Character Portrait Digital Commission Art

Custom Character Portrait Digital Commission Art

$50.00 26 574

HeleneArts

Custom DnD Character Portrait – Painterly, Cel-Shaded, Chibi Styles (Digital Art Commission)

Custom DnD Character Portrait – Painterly, Cel-Shaded, Chibi Styles (Digital Art Commission)

$12.00 19 685

parchmentanddice

Frequently asked questions about 'character portrait'

How much search demand does 'character portrait' get?

'character portrait' receives 2,900 monthly searches globally. That's strong demand without overwhelming competition, which is an attractive combination for sellers.

How saturated is the market for 'character portrait'?

There are 29,563 Etsy listings competing for 'character portrait'. This level of competition is manageable. Focus on listing quality and complete tag coverage to differentiate from the existing sellers.

Is 'character portrait' worth targeting for my Etsy shop?

'character portrait' has a keyword difficulty of 40/100 (moderate). Moderate difficulty means this keyword is accessible but not easy. Sellers with complete, well-photographed listings and consistent sales activity will have the best shot at ranking on the first page.

What should I charge for 'character portrait' products?

Prices for 'character portrait' products range from $1.99 to $445. The median is $62.50 and the average is $67.40. 38% of listings fall in the $50 – $100 range, which is where most buyer expectations are set.

Which countries have the most demand for 'character portrait'?

United States generates 30% of searches for 'character portrait'.

How do I get my listing to rank for 'character portrait'?

Since 'character portrait' is a broad, short keyword, Etsy will match it against thousands of listings. Your title needs to lead with this keyword followed by descriptive modifiers that signal exactly what you sell. Fill all 13 tags with distinct keyword variations — don't repeat words already in your title. Complete every listing attribute Etsy offers, add high-quality photos, and include a video if you can. Good supporting tags to use alongside 'character portrait' include 'dnd character art' and 'dungeons and dragons'.

How commercially valuable is 'character portrait'?

The cost per click for 'character portrait' is $2.88. Lower ad spend doesn't necessarily mean low value. It can indicate a niche where buyers are fewer but more targeted, or a market where organic results capture most clicks.

Is 'character portrait' seasonal or trending?

Search volume dropped 34% between October 2025 and September 2026. Demand peaked around March 2026, which may indicate seasonal patterns. Check whether this dip repeats annually — if so, plan your inventory and listing renewals to go live before the next peak.

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