Keyword overview Updated Oct 05, 2026

flat back stud

'flat back stud' is a highly searched keyword with 12,100 average monthly searches. It has moderate competition on Etsy with 40,733 listings targeting the keyword. Search interest rose 22% between September 2025 and August 2026 — a good sign for sellers entering this market. With a keyword difficulty of 41/100, ranking for 'flat back stud' is achievable but competitive — there are 40,733 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 $5.99 and $232, with most priced around $20. The estimated cost per click for 'flat back stud' is $1.27 and the ad market has high competition, meaning many advertisers are bidding on this keyword with paid ads.

Monthly search volume

12,100

High volume

Competition

40,733

Medium competition

Cost per click

$1.27

High ad competition

Keyword difficulty

41/100

Moderate

'flat back stud' search trend

Monthly searches

MonthSearches
September 20259,900
October 20259,900
November 202512,100
December 202512,100
January 202612,100
February 20269,900
March 202612,100
April 202612,100
May 202612,100
June 202612,100
July 202612,100
August 202612,100

How much does 'flat back stud' cost on Etsy?

Under $10 6%
$10 – $25 65%
$25 – $50 21%
$50 – $100 2%
$100+ 6%

63 listings · USD

Search volume by country

12,100
USA 5,400
45%
OTHER 6,700
55%

Competition by country

40,733
USA 12,678
31%
UK 2,908
7%
AUS 697
2%
OTHER 24,450
60%

How to rank for 'flat back stud' on Etsy

Target the right market

United States leads both search demand (45%) and competition (31%) for 'flat back stud', but neither is overwhelmingly dominant.

Price competitively

The price range for 'flat back stud' is unusually wide — from $5.99 up to $232. The median sits at $20, which is a better benchmark than the average since the spread is so large. The $10 – $25 range dominates at 65% of listings — pricing outside this band means either competing on value or justifying a premium. This mid-range pricing supports both competitive and premium approaches. Differentiate with personalization options, gift packaging, or material quality rather than price alone.

Ranking difficulty

With a difficulty score of 41/100, 'flat back stud' is rated moderate to rank for on Etsy. The moderate difficulty combined with a CPC of $1.27 suggests this keyword attracts serious buyers. Invest in listing quality — the payoff per conversion justifies the effort.

Optimization tips

At 3 words, 'flat back stud' is specific enough to signal clear intent. Place the full phrase within the first 40 characters of your title, where Etsy's algorithm gives the most weight. 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 'flat back stud'

Top Etsy listings for 'flat back stud'

Sample of 12 results
Rainbow Fire Opal Titanium Flat Back Stud | 16G 18G Conch & Helix Piercing Jewellery | Arc Crescent Cartilage Stud

Rainbow Fire Opal Titanium Flat Back Stud | 16G 18G Conch & Helix Piercing Jewellery | Arc Crescent Cartilage Stud

£15.99 3,851 42,918

CraftedPiercings

14K Solid Gold Amethyst Flower Earring Elegant Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone Piercing Cartilage Helix Earlobe Push Flat Back Stud Gift for Her

14K Solid Gold Amethyst Flower Earring Elegant Rhodolite Garnet Gemstone Piercing Cartilage Helix Earlobe Push Flat Back Stud Gift for Her

$104.47 2,722 26,500

GoldenAuraPiercings

20G, 18G, 16G Moss Agate Natural Stone, Threadless Flat Back Stud, Flat Back Cartilage Earring, Tragus Piercing, Conch Stud, Helix Stud AB23

20G, 18G, 16G Moss Agate Natural Stone, Threadless Flat Back Stud, Flat Back Cartilage Earring, Tragus Piercing, Conch Stud, Helix Stud AB23

$18.99 2,428 40,968

Zafale

16G Koi Fish Flat Back Stud - Screw Back Stud - Koi Fish Earrings - Cartilage Piercing - Helix Stud - Gold - Silver - LJ24.5

16G Koi Fish Flat Back Stud - Screw Back Stud - Koi Fish Earrings - Cartilage Piercing - Helix Stud - Gold - Silver - LJ24.5

$17.95 2,394 31,887

LayaliJewels

16G Scarab Beetle Flat Back Stud - Screw Back Stud - Dung Beetle Earrings - Cartilage Piercing - Helix Stud - Gold - Silver - LJ31.22

16G Scarab Beetle Flat Back Stud - Screw Back Stud - Dung Beetle Earrings - Cartilage Piercing - Helix Stud - Gold - Silver - LJ31.22

$17.95 1,739 13,855

LayaliJewels

Gold Hammered Dot Flat Back Studs – Titanium Nap Earrings, Threadless Hypoallergenic Cartilage Helix Conch Tragus Jewelry

Gold Hammered Dot Flat Back Studs – Titanium Nap Earrings, Threadless Hypoallergenic Cartilage Helix Conch Tragus Jewelry

$20.99 1,634 33,281

MyComfyLabJewelry

Pumpkin Flat Back Stud  Halloween Earrings, Titanium Flat Backs, Flat Back Studs, Jack-o-lantern, Implant Grade, Hypoallergenic, Nap FEXI

Pumpkin Flat Back Stud Halloween Earrings, Titanium Flat Backs, Flat Back Studs, Jack-o-lantern, Implant Grade, Hypoallergenic, Nap FEXI

$22.00 1,350 18,303

ShopLorrenMae

20G, 18G, 16G Black Onyx Natural Stone, Threadless Flat Back Stud, Flat Back Cartilage Earring, Tragus Piercing, Conch Stud, Helix Stud, R14

20G, 18G, 16G Black Onyx Natural Stone, Threadless Flat Back Stud, Flat Back Cartilage Earring, Tragus Piercing, Conch Stud, Helix Stud, R14

$18.99 1,192 18,122

Zafale

16G/18G/20G Titanium Threadless Moon Flat Back Stud/Push Pin Labret/Cartilage/Conch/Helix/Tragus/Nose Piercing Silver/Gold/Black/RoseGold

16G/18G/20G Titanium Threadless Moon Flat Back Stud/Push Pin Labret/Cartilage/Conch/Helix/Tragus/Nose Piercing Silver/Gold/Black/RoseGold

$5.99 1,112 14,867

OuferJewelry

16G/18G/20G Titanium Threadless Star plump Shape Flat Back Stud/Push Pin Labret/Cartilage/Conch/Helix/Tragus/Nose Piercing/Silver/Gold5-10mm

16G/18G/20G Titanium Threadless Star plump Shape Flat Back Stud/Push Pin Labret/Cartilage/Conch/Helix/Tragus/Nose Piercing/Silver/Gold5-10mm

$11.99 1,068 12,536

OuferJewelry

18G/16G Flat circle Internally Threaded Labret • Flat Back Earring • Tragus Stud • Flat Back Stud • Helix Stud • Cartilage • Nose Stud

18G/16G Flat circle Internally Threaded Labret • Flat Back Earring • Tragus Stud • Flat Back Stud • Helix Stud • Cartilage • Nose Stud

C$20.40 1,053 29,504

EnchantByErika

Black Celestial Cross Tragus Flat Back Stud Earring, Threadless Push Pin Helix Piercing Jewelry, Dark Romanticism Lobe/ Conch Cartilage Stud

Black Celestial Cross Tragus Flat Back Stud Earring, Threadless Push Pin Helix Piercing Jewelry, Dark Romanticism Lobe/ Conch Cartilage Stud

$21.52 786 3,845

AshlinePiercing

Frequently asked questions about 'flat back stud'

How much search demand does 'flat back stud' get?

'flat back stud' receives 12,100 monthly searches globally. That's strong demand without overwhelming competition, which is an attractive combination for sellers. Most of this demand (45%) comes from United States.

How saturated is the market for 'flat back stud'?

There are 40,733 Etsy listings competing for 'flat back stud'. This level of competition is manageable. Focus on listing quality and complete tag coverage to differentiate from the existing sellers.

Is 'flat back stud' worth targeting for my Etsy shop?

'flat back stud' has a keyword difficulty of 41/100 (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 'flat back stud' products?

Prices for 'flat back stud' products range from $5.99 to $232. The median is $20 and the average is $28.64. The gap between average and median tells you there are outliers pulling the average up — the median is a more reliable benchmark for what most buyers actually pay. 65% of listings fall in the $10 – $25 range, which is where most buyer expectations are set.

Which countries have the most demand for 'flat back stud'?

United States generates 45% of searches for 'flat back stud'.

How do I get my listing to rank for 'flat back stud'?

Place 'flat back stud' within the first 40 characters of your title — this is the window Etsy's algorithm weighs most heavily. 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 'flat back stud' include 'flat back studs' and 'cartilage stud'.

How commercially valuable is 'flat back stud'?

The cost per click for 'flat back stud' is $1.27. Advertisers are bidding aggressively on this term, which means the shoppers it attracts tend to be ready to purchase. For organic sellers, this is a signal that ranking well will drive actual sales, not just window shopping.

Is 'flat back stud' seasonal or trending?

Search volume rose 22% between September 2025 and August 2026. A 22% increase on an already high-volume keyword signals growing opportunity — but expect more sellers to notice. Getting established now gives you a head start before competition catches up. Search interest was highest around November 2025.

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