Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about buying, using, and selling AI skills on Sitelore.

19 questions across 5 categories

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Getting Started

4 questions

An AI skill is a pre-written instruction set that tells AI exactly how to help you with a specific task.

Think of it like a recipe. You could figure out how to make a dish from scratch every timeβ€”or you could use a tested recipe that someone perfected over dozens of attempts.

An AI skill typically includes:

  • System instructions β€” The role and expertise the AI should adopt
  • A framework or methodology β€” A proven approach to the problem
  • Output format β€” What the final result should look like
  • Examples or templates β€” Reference points for quality

For example, a "Blog Post Architect" skill doesn't just say "write a blog post." It includes SEO best practices, a content structure framework, specific questions to ask, and output templatesβ€”knowledge that would take months to learn on your own.

You're purchasing digital files β€” premium prompts, workflows, configurations, and skill templates that you download and own forever.

These are ready-to-use assets created by expert AI practitioners. Once you purchase:

  • Instant download access
  • Lifetime ownership β€” no subscriptions
  • Use across unlimited personal projects
  • Free updates when creators improve the skill

The actual prompt. Every product includes the complete, copy-paste ready prompt or workflow file.

No vague instructions or "tips" β€” you get the exact system that produces the results you see in the previews. Most products also include:

  • Setup instructions for your specific AI tool
  • Usage examples and best practices
  • Customization guidance

Yes, free updates for life. When a creator improves their skill β€” adding features, optimizing for new models, or fixing issues β€” you get the update automatically.

We'll notify you via email when updates are available. Just log in and download the latest version from your dashboard.

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Using Skills

3 questions

It's simpler than you think:

  1. Copy the skill β€” Usually a markdown file or text block
  2. Paste into your AI β€” Works with ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, or any major AI
  3. Add your specific request β€” "I need a blog post about productivity tips for remote workers"
  4. Get expert-level output β€” The AI follows the skill's framework

Some skills are "one-shot" (paste once, get result). Others are conversationalβ€”they guide you through a multi-step process like a consultant would.

Pro tip: Keep your favorite skills in a folder or note app. When you need one, copy-paste it before your prompt.

❌ Just Asking
  • Generic assistant mode
  • Random format each time
  • You think of everything to include
  • Trial and error to get right
  • Surface-level output
βœ… Using a Skill
  • Expert persona with specific knowledge
  • Consistent, structured output
  • Framework reminds you what matters
  • Tested approach, works first time
  • Deep, nuanced results

The difference is like asking a stranger for directions vs. using Google Maps. Both can work, but one is designed for the job.

Absolutely. Every product page includes:

  • Output previews β€” Real examples of what the skill produces
  • Use case descriptions β€” Who it's for and what problems it solves
  • Compatibility info β€” Which AI models work best
  • Creator details β€” Background on who made it

We want you confident before you buy. That's why we invest in comprehensive previews.

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Technical

4 questions

Most skills work across multiple platforms. Each product page specifies compatibility, but here's the general landscape:

βœ“ Excellent Compatibility

Claude (Anthropic), GPT-4/GPT-4o (OpenAI), Gemini Pro (Google)

◐ Good with Adjustments

Gemini Flash (free), GPT-4o, Claude 3.5 (Pro)

β—‹ Limited

Older models, heavily rate-limited free tiers

Honestly? It depends. We believe in transparency:

  • Simple prompts: Work great with free Gemini Flash
  • Complex workflows: May require GPT-4 or Claude for best results
  • Long-form outputs: Free tiers have token limits that can truncate results

Each product page clearly states the minimum recommended model. If a skill requires a paid tier, we tell you upfront β€” no surprises.

Pro tip: Many skills work great with Claude's free tier, which has generous limits.

Varies by product. We clearly label difficulty levels:

BEGINNERCopy-paste ready. No setup required.
INTERMEDIATESome configuration needed. Clear instructions provided.
ADVANCEDRequires technical setup (APIs, integrations, etc.)

Every product includes documentation. Advanced skills include detailed setup guides.

The 5 markers of a quality skill:

  1. Specific Role Definition
    Bad: "You are a helpful assistant"
    Good: "You are a senior content strategist who has grown 3 blogs from 0 to 1M monthly visitors."
  2. Clear Framework or Methodology
    Not just instructions, but a system. Steps should build on each other logically.
  3. Defined Output Format
    Shows exactly what the result should look like. Includes templates or examples.
  4. Handles Edge Cases
    Includes instructions for when things get tricky. Has fallback behaviors.
  5. Tested and Refined
    Creator has used it on real projects. Iterated based on actual results.
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Pricing

4 questions

Great question. You absolutely can write your own prompts. Here's when buying makes sense:

⏱️ Time vs. Money

A good skill takes 10-50+ hours to develop through trial and error. If you value your time at $50/hour, a $15 skill that saves you 10 hours is a 30x return.

🧠 Expertise Gap

A "Code Review Buddy" skill written by a senior engineer with 15 years of experience encodes knowledge you might not have. You're buying their mental model.

🎯 Consistency

Your own prompts might work sometimes. A well-tested skill works reliably because someone already found and fixed the edge cases.

When to write your own:

  • You have deep expertise in the area
  • You enjoy the prompt engineering process
  • Your use case is unique enough that no skill exists

⚠️ All Sales Are Final

Digital products cannot be refunded once downloaded. The nature of digital goods means we cannot verify that files have been deleted after a refund.

Why we're confident in this policy:

  • Every product has extensive previews and output examples
  • Compatibility requirements are clearly stated
  • You can evaluate exactly what you're getting before purchase
  • We curate creators to ensure quality

If you experience a technical issue preventing download, contact support β€” we'll help you access your files.

Each product comes with a license type clearly displayed:

Personal License

Use for yourself and personal projects. Cannot use output commercially or for clients.

Example: Building your own portfolio, personal automation

Commercial License

Use for client work, agency projects, and commercial products. Full rights to sell output.

Example: Client deliverables, SaaS features, agency services

Check the license type on each product page. Some products offer both options at different price points.

Standard licenses are for individual use. Each team member needs their own license.

For teams, we offer:

Team License

Share with up to 5 team members. Volume discounts available for larger teams.

Contact us at [email protected] for team pricing.

Sharing individual licenses violates our terms and may result in account termination.

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For Sellers

4 questions

We're building a curated marketplace β€” not everyone gets in. Here's the process:

  1. Apply β€” Fill out our creator application with your background and sample skill idea
  2. Review β€” Our team evaluates your application (typically 3-5 business days)
  3. Onboard β€” If accepted, we'll help you set up your creator profile and first product
  4. Launch β€” Publish your skill and start earning

You keep 85%

Sitelore takes a 15% platform fee

This covers:

  • Payment processing (Stripe fees included in our cut)
  • Hosting and file delivery
  • Customer support infrastructure
  • Marketing and discovery

You set your own prices. We never undercut creators with our own competing products.

Founding creators may receive promotional boosts and featured placement.

Stripe Connect powers all creator payouts.

1

Connect your Stripe account

Set up during onboarding (or add existing Stripe)

2

Sales hit your balance

Your 85% is credited immediately after purchase

3

Automatic payouts

Weekly transfers to your bank (configurable schedule)

Stripe supports 40+ countries. Tax documents (1099) handled through Stripe.

Based on marketplace data and creator feedback:

🎯 Solves a Specific Problem

"Email Response Templates for Customer Support" beats "General Email Helper"

πŸ“Έ Shows Real Results

Include before/after examples. Show actual outputs, not just promises.

πŸ’° Right Price Point

Most successful skills: $15-49 for individuals, $49-149 for commercial licenses

πŸ“š Great Documentation

Clear instructions, video walkthroughs, and responsive to questions = higher ratings

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