You'll create a Gumroad product offering a 3-day rental of your Reddit banner space with a QR code, targeting small businesses and individuals looking for a low-cost, short-term advertising opportunity.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Create a Gumroad Account (if you don't have one):

   • Go to Gumroad.com and sign up for an account.

2. Create a New Product:

   • Once logged in, click "Products" and then "New Product."
   • Choose "Classic" product.

3. Product Details:

   • Name: "Subreddit Starter Banner Spot (3-Day Test Drive)"
   • Description:
     • "Test your advertising with a 3-day rental of our Reddit banner space.
     • Includes a unique QR code linked to your chosen URL.
     • Perfect for quick promotions, website traffic, or testing new marketing ideas.
     • Get your add seen on a new and growing reddit community.
     • This is a limited time offer."
   • Price: 5 USD (or the equivalent in INR, adjust based on your target audience's affordability)
   • Currency: Select your preferred currency (USD or INR).

4. "You'll get..." Section:

   • This is where you clearly outline what the customer receives.
   • "You'll get...":
     • Attribute: Reddit Banner Space Rental
       • Value: 3 Days
     • Attribute: QR Code
       • Value: One unique QR code linked to your URL
     • Attribute: Banner Placement
       • Value: Displayed on the top of the subreddit.

5. Content (Optional):

   • You don't need to upload a digital file for this product.
   • Instead, you will communicate with the purchaser to get their banner image and QR code URL.
   • You can add a simple image that explains the banner space.

6. Pricing and Tiers:

   • Since this is a single, fixed-price product, you don't need to create tiers.
   • Ensure the price is set to your desired amount.

7. Settings:

   • Limit sales: you can limit the amount of sales, if you want to only allow one person to test the service at a time.
   • Allow customers to pay what they want: Leave this unchecked.
   • Generate unique license keys: Leave this unchecked.
   • Automatically fulfill orders: Leave this checked.
   • Shipping: Leave this unchecked.
   • Variants: Variants are not needed for this product.
   • Workflow:
     • After purchase:
       • Add a message like: "Thank you for your purchase! Please reply to this email with your banner image (dimensions: [your banner dimensions]) and the URL you want your QR code to link to."

8. Customize:

   • Personalize your product page with an appealing image and a clear call to action.
   • Make sure that your store front looks professional.

9. Publish and Promote:

   • Once you're satisfied with your product settings, click "Publish."
   • Share your Gumroad product link on relevant subreddits, social media, and any other platforms where your target audience might be.

Important Post-Purchase Steps:

• Communication:
  • Promptly respond to customer emails with clear instructions.
  • Confirm receipt of their banner image and URL.
• QR Code Generation:
  • Use a reliable QR code generator to create the code.
  • Test the QR code thoroughly.
• Banner Implementation:
  • Upload the banner to your subreddit and ensure the QR code is clearly visible.
• Tracking:
  • Monitor the QR code analytics to see how many scans it receives.
  • Communicate those analytics to your customer.

By following these steps, you'll have a functional Gumroad product ready to sell your Reddit banner space. Remember to be responsive to your customers and provide excellent service to build a positive reputation.