What is a Chinese name seal?

A Chinese name seal — also called a chop, stamp, or yinzhang (印章) — is a traditional mark carved with a person's name or motto. It has been used for over two thousand years to sign documents, mark artwork, and identify personal belongings.

How do I make a Chinese seal or stamp online?

Enter 1–4 Chinese Han characters—or create a name in the guided flow—confirm the Simplified or Traditional form, then choose a typeface and impression. Review the free on-page preview, then purchase the Seal Identity Pack to receive your private name scroll and approved seal PNG files.

Is a Chinese seal the same as a Chinese stamp?

In everyday English, seal and stamp often refer to the same personal name chop (名章). Both describe a red or white impression made from carved characters. MingShu focuses on personal name seals for profiles, artwork, and creative identity—not official organizational stamps.

What text should I put on a custom Chinese seal?

Most personal seals carry the owner's name in Chinese — either a given name (1–2 characters) or a full name with surname (2–4 characters). You can also use a courtesy name, a meaningful word, or a short phrase. The seal formats the confirmed text for visual balance.

Can I download a free PNG of my seal preview?

The on-page preview is free with no sign-up. Downloadable seal PNG files, the private name scroll, and the full Identity Pack delivery unlock after you approve the design and purchase the $5 Seal Identity Pack.

Can I use this seal image for official documents?

The digital seal files are intended for personal profiles, artwork signatures, stationery, and creative projects. They are not a substitute for identity verification or a legally registered seal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Chinese name seal?: A Chinese name seal — also called a chop or yinzhang (印章) — is a traditional stamp carved with a person's name or motto. It has been used for over two thousand years in China to sign documents, mark artwork, and identify personal belongings. Today it remains a meaningful cultural keepsake. Read more about the history and culture of Chinese seals.
How do I make a Chinese seal or stamp online?: Enter 1–4 Chinese Han characters—or choose Create one if you need a Chinese name first—confirm the exact Simplified or Traditional form, then choose a typeface and impression. The same frame receives subtle typeface-specific finishing automatically. Review the free on-page preview, then purchase the Seal Identity Pack to open your private name scroll and approved seal PNG files.
Is a Chinese seal the same as a Chinese stamp?: In everyday English, seal and stamp often refer to the same personal name chop (名章). Both describe a red or white impression made from carved characters. MingShu focuses on personal name seals for profiles, artwork, and creative identity—not official organizational stamps.
What text should I put on a custom Chinese seal?: Most personal seals carry the owner's name in Chinese — either a given name (1–2 characters) or a full name with surname (2–4 characters). You can also use a courtesy name, a meaningful word like “wisdom” (智), or a short phrase like “eternal joy” (长乐). If you are choosing a personal name, first see how Chinese surnames and given names are structured. The seal above then formats the confirmed text for visual balance.
Can I download a free PNG of my seal preview?: The on-page preview is free with no sign-up. Downloadable seal PNG files, the private name scroll, and the full Identity Pack delivery unlock after you approve the design and purchase the $5 Seal Identity Pack.
Can I use this seal image for official documents?: The digital seal files are intended for personal profiles, artwork signatures, stationery, and creative projects. They are not a substitute for identity verification or a legally registered seal.