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Certificate template for names, dates, and awards.
Create personalized certificate PDFs from Excel or CSV columns such as recipient name, program, award, completion date, and signer.
Recipient nameProgramAward titleCompletion dateSignerOrganization
What this template is for
Certificates often share the same design while only the recipient details change. CSVLink lets you connect certificate text fields to spreadsheet columns and export personalized files in bulk.
Spreadsheet columns you can map
Use these as starter columns, then rename or add fields based on your own workflow.
| Column | How it is used in the template |
|---|---|
| Recipient Name | The person receiving the certificate. |
| Program | The course, event, workshop, or program name. |
| Award Title | The recognition, achievement, or credential. |
| Completion Date | The date shown on the certificate. |
| Signer | The person or role signing the certificate. |
| Organization | Your company, school, or team name. |
How it works in CSVLink
Upload Excel or CSV
Import your spreadsheet and connect columns to fields in the template.
Preview and export
Review the mapped document, then export personalized files from your data.
Common use cases
Training completion certificates
Use the same template structure while replacing the variable details from your Excel or CSV file.
Event participation certificates
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Employee or student recognition files
Use the same template structure while replacing the variable details from your Excel or CSV file.
Frequently asked questions
Can I generate certificates from a CSV list?
Yes. Upload the list, map the name and certificate details, preview, and export personalized certificate PDFs.
Can I use my own certificate background?
Yes. You can import a one-page PDF design and place spreadsheet-driven text on top.
Can each certificate have a different name and date?
Yes. Map those fields to spreadsheet columns and CSVLink will use the row data for each output.
Related CSVLink template guides
Build documents from your spreadsheet.
Open CSVLink, upload a sample spreadsheet, map your fields, and export a test file.