3D Models
3D models are digital representations of objects, environments, or characters. They can be viewed, edited, and rendered in 3D software or real-time engines.
Use cases include product visualization, games, VR/AR, architecture, and animation.
Requirements
- Be a registered seller on 3DIMLI.
- Organize files and name them clearly.
- Include textures, materials, and any documentation.
- Prepare at least one crisp, high-quality preview image.
Upload a new 3D Model
To upload, sign in as a seller and open: Seller Product Creation.
Create a 3D Model product
- Open your seller dashboard: Seller Product Creation.
- On “Choose Product Type”, select “3D Model” and click “Continue”.
Form Fields Summary
General
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title | Yes | Text | Clear, descriptive product name. | 0-60 chars |
| Description | Yes | Textarea | What’s included and key features; include poly/triangle count, textures/materials, rigging, scale/units, compatible software. | Up to 1500 chars; supports rich text (links, formatting, lists) and HTML mode |
| Category | Yes | Select | Choose the most relevant category and subcategory. | - |
| URL Slug | Yes | Text | Custom URL; appears in product link. | Must be unique; Auto-fill available |
| Auto-fill | No | Toggle | Automatically generate URL slug from Title. | - |
| Product External Link | No | URL | Link to external product page (ArtStation, Sketchfab, or your site). | Publicly visible |
License & Pricing
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licenses | Yes | Multi-select | Choose one or more license types to offer (Standard, Commercial Redistribution, Editorial Use Only, CC BY 4.0). 3DIMLI License Policy | At least one license must be selected |
| Offer mode | Yes | Toggle | Offer multiple licenses simultaneously or make only one license available at a time | - |
| Free | No | Per-license toggle | Make a selected license free | When ON, price inputs for that license are ignored |
| Fixed price | Conditional | Per-license number | Set a fixed price in USD for a selected license | Required when Free and Flexible are OFF |
| Flexible price | No | Per-license toggle | Enable Pay-What-You-Want for a selected license | - |
| Suggested Price | No | Per-license number | Recommended price for Flexible pricing | Visible only when Flexible is ON |
| Minimum Price | No | Per-license number | Lowest allowed payment; set 0 to allow free | Visible only when Flexible is ON |
| Maximum Price | No | Per-license number | Highest allowed payment; default $60,000 | Visible only when Flexible is ON |
| Restrictions | No | Textarea | Note allowed uses and any restrictions | - |
Additional Details
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Details | Varies | Attributes | Optional product attributes such as brand or custom fields. Mandatory attributes such as File size and File Format (Fbx, obj, glb, .OBJ, .FBX, .DAE, .GLTF, .GLB, .STL, .PLY, .3DS, .X3D, .WRL, .BLEND, .MAX, .C4D, .MA, .MB, .LWO, .LWS, .HIP, .HIPNC, .USD, .USDA, .USDC, .USDZ, .STEP, .STP, .IGES, .IGS, .SLDPRT, .SLDASM, .DWG, .DXF, .3MF, .AMF, .LAS, .LAZ, .PTS, .XYZ, .E57, .UASSET, .UNITYPACKAGE, .PREFAB, .MESH, .MODEL) | May vary by category |
| Tags | No | Tags | Add relevant keywords for search. | - |
Media & Files
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Media (Video) | No | URL | Paste a YouTube or Vimeo URL to add a video to your product gallery. | YouTube/Vimeo only |
| Product Images | Yes | File upload | Preview images from multiple angles with good lighting. | JPG/PNG/WebP • Max 2MB each • Up to 16 images |
| Download file | Yes | File upload | Upload your 3D model archive or file(s). | ZIP/RAR/7Z accepted • Max 1024MB • Max 1 file |
| Textures/Materials | Recommended | Included assets | Include and verify texture/material paths. | Relative paths preferred |
Video Thumbnails
You can set a YouTube video as your main media for an autoplay thumbnail that makes your listing stand out. Note: Vimeo videos don't support autoplay thumbnails due to platform limitations. The 16 media limit includes both images and videos combined.
SEO
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEO Title | No | Text | Concise, keyword-rich title; desktop/mobile preview available. | Up to 60 chars |
| Meta Description | No | Textarea | Clear summary to improve click-through rate. | Up to 160 chars |
Advance Tab (Shared)
The Advance tab contains settings shared across product types:
- Purchase Limiting: Restrict how many times a customer can buy the product.
- Purchase Validity (Product Scheduling): Controls visibility and the purchasing window. Future Start shows a countdown and blocks purchases until Start; optional End auto-unpublishes; selecting No End keeps availability until you manually unpublish.
See the dedicated guide for details: Advance Settings.
Publish
- Review: Verify accuracy and policy compliance.
- Submit: Accept terms and click Add product.
Files checklist
- Include supported formats and software versions mentioned above.
- Provide units/scale and any rigging/animation details.
- Add wireframe, shaded, and textured previews, plus close-ups.
- Keep topology clean; note poly/triangle counts.
- Use relative texture paths; include a README if helpful.
Licensing tips
- Choose a license that aligns with your intended audience. 3DIMLI License Policy
- Summarize permitted uses in plain language. (e.g., personal study, commercial reference).
- Mention any restrictions (e.g., resale, redistribution, or commercial work).
Troubleshooting
- Preview images missing: check size/format and re-upload optimized images.
- Textures not loading: verify relative paths and include all dependencies.
- Hard to find in search: refine tags, description, and SEO content.
Quick checklist
- Title, description, and category are set.
- License is clear and appropriate.
- Tags and preview images are added.
- Files include textures/materials; paths are correct.
- SEO title and meta description are written.
After Submission: Admin Review & Publishing
- Your product is queued for admin review if required (based on the review rules).
- You can check the status of a product under review in All Products section of your Dashboard. All Products
- Pending Review: Admins verify accuracy, file integrity, previews, licensing, and policy compliance.
- Changes Required: The admin has requested changes to your product. Please review and update accordingly and submit again for Admin review.
- Approved: Your product has been approved and published instantly. Further edits will require review unless you are a verified seller.
- For detailed information, see the Quality & Review Process
Review rules
Learn what edits trigger admin review: What Triggers Admin Review. If your store is verified (blue check 
), most edits publish without admin review. See Verified Stores.
Next steps
- Learn more: Creating Products Overview
- Other product types: Audio, E-Books, Graphics, Link Products, AI Models, Software, Video