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title: "Software"
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# Software

Software products include desktop applications, plugins, tools, utilities, scripts, and other executable or installable digital products. Sellers can define custom software licenses with specific terms, inclusions, and restrictions for each pricing tier.

Use cases include productivity tools, creative plugins, developer utilities, browser extensions, scripts, automation tools, and standalone applications.

## Requirements

- Be a registered seller on **3DIMLI**.
- Upload your software as a compressed archive (ZIP, RAR, 7Z, etc.).
- Include a **README** file with clear instructions on how to install, activate, and use the software.
- Provide high-quality preview images or screenshots showing the software interface or features.
- Define at least one software license with terms and pricing.

:::info Upload a new Software Product
To upload, sign in as a seller and open: [Seller Product Creation](https://www.3dimli.com/dashboard/seller/products/software).
:::

## Create a Software Product

1. Open your seller dashboard: [Seller Product Creation](https://www.3dimli.com/dashboard/seller/products/new).
2. On **"Choose Product Type"**, select **"Software"** and click **"Continue"**.

![3DIMLI Seller Creating Products Overview](https://media.3dimli.com/3DIMLI-Images/docs/CreateProduct/SoftwareProductSelection.avif "Creating a Software Product Overview")

## Form Fields Summary

### General

| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title | Yes | Text | Clear, descriptive software name. | 0-60 chars |
| Description | Yes | Textarea | Software features, requirements, installation instructions, and usage. | 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 page (documentation, product website). | Publicly visible |

### License & Pricing

Software products use a **custom software licensing** system instead of the standard license types. You can create multiple license tiers, each with its own terms, inclusions, restrictions, and pricing.

| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Licenses | Yes | Custom | Create one or more license tiers with custom terms and pricing. | At least one license must be enabled |
| License Name | Yes | Text | Name for the license tier (e.g., "Standard License", "Team License"). | Required per license |
| Usage Terms | Yes | Text | Description of usage rights for this license. | Max 150 chars |
| Includes | No | List | What is included in this license. | Up to 6 items |
| Restrictions | No | List | Restrictions for this license. | Up to 6 items |
| Free | No | Per-license toggle | Make a selected license free. | When ON, price inputs 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. | - |
| 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. | Visible only when Flexible is ON |

#### Default License Templates

When creating a Software product, the following default license templates are available as starting points:

| License | Description |
|---|---|
| **Standard License** | For personal and commercial use (internal business use) |
| **Team License** | Up to 5 users within a team |
| **Company License** | Unlimited users within an organization |
| **Enterprise License** | For large organizations with advanced requirements |

You can customize these templates or create entirely new license tiers.

### Additional Details

![3DIMLI Seller Creating Products EBook ](https://media.3dimli.com/3DIMLI-Images/docs/CreateProduct/SoftwareAdditionalDetails.avif "Software product Additional Details")

| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Attributes | No | Key-value pairs | Add up to 10 custom attributes (e.g., Platform, File Size, System Requirements, License Type). | Up to 10 attributes |
| Tags | No | Tags | Add relevant keywords for search. | - |

**Suggested attributes for Software:**

| Attribute | Example Values |
|---|---|
| Platform | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| File Size | 100 MB |
| System Requirements | RAM: 4GB, Disk: 500MB |
| License Type | Single/Team/Company |

### 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 | Screenshots or previews of the software. | JPG/PNG/WebP • Max 2MB each • Up to 16 media |
| Download file | Yes | File upload | Upload your software as a compressed archive. | ZIP/RAR/7Z/TAR/GZ/ISO/DMG/MSI/EXE accepted • Max 1024MB • Max 1 file |

:::warning README Required
Your download package must include a **README** file with clear instructions on how to install, activate, and use the software including how buyers should enter their license key if applicable.
:::

:::tip License Verification API
If your software needs license activation, you can use the **3DIMLI License Verification API** to verify buyer purchases. Buyers use their Order Item ID as a license key, and your license server validates it against 3DIMLI. See the full guide: [Software License Verification API](/creating-products/software/license-verification-api).
:::

:::tip 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.
:::

#### Supported Archive Formats

ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, BZ2, XZ, LHA, LZH, ARJ, CAB, ISO, JAR, WAR, EAR, ACE, ARC, LZMA, TGZ, TBZ2, TXZ, Z, DEB, RPM, DMG, IMG, VHD, VMDK, MSI, EXE

### 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 |

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### 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](/creating-products/advance-settings).

### Publish
- **Review:** Verify accuracy and policy compliance.
- **Submit:** Accept terms and click **Submit for review**.

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## What You Can Sell

| Software Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| **Desktop Applications** | Productivity tools, creative software, utilities |
| **Plugins & Extensions** | Browser extensions, editor plugins, CMS add-ons |
| **Developer Tools** | CLI tools, SDKs, libraries, frameworks |
| **Scripts & Automation** | Batch scripts, automation workflows, macros |
| **Game Tools** | Level editors, modding tools, game utilities |

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## Files Checklist

- Package your software in a supported archive format (ZIP, RAR, 7Z, etc.).
- Include a README with installation and usage instructions.
- Specify system requirements (OS, RAM, disk space).
- Include license key instructions if applicable.
- Provide screenshots showing the software interface.
- Note compatible platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux).

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## Licensing Tips

- Use **Standard License** for individual users with personal and commercial use rights.
- Use **Team License** for small teams with a defined user limit.
- Use **Company License** for organization-wide usage.
- Use **Enterprise License** for large organizations needing custom terms.
- Clearly describe what each license tier includes and restricts.

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## Troubleshooting

| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| **File upload fails** | Ensure the file is in a supported compressed format and under 1024MB |
| **License not appearing** | Make sure at least one license is enabled with valid terms |
| **Preview images unclear** | Show actual software interface screenshots, not just logos |
| **Low search visibility** | Add relevant tags including platform, category, and use case keywords |

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## Quick Checklist

- [ ] Title, description, and category are set
- [ ] At least one software license is defined with terms and pricing
- [ ] Tags include platform, software type, and use cases
- [ ] Preview images show the software interface
- [ ] Software files uploaded as a compressed archive
- [ ] README with installation instructions is included
- [ ] SEO title and meta description are written

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## 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](/managing-your-dashboard/seller-area/my-products/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](/selling-with-3dimli/quality-review-process)

:::info Review rules
Learn what edits trigger admin review: [What Triggers Admin Review](/creating-products/review-triggers). If your store is verified (
blue check ![Verified store badge](https://www.3dimli.com/_next/static/media/verification-badge.5398b259.svg)
), most edits publish without admin review. See [Verified Stores](/creating-products/review-triggers#verified-stores-blue-check).
:::

## Next steps

- Learn more: [Creating Products Overview](/creating-products/overview)
- Other product types: [3D Models](/creating-products/3d-models), [Audio](/creating-products/audio), [E-Books](/creating-products/e-books), [Graphics](/creating-products/graphics), [Link Products](/creating-products/link-products), [AI Models](/creating-products/ai-models), [Video](/creating-products/video)