Video
Video
Video products include tutorials, online courses, stock footage, motion graphics, animations, video templates, and other video-based digital content. Videos are embedded via YouTube or Vimeo, allowing buyers to stream content directly.
Use cases include educational tutorials, creative asset packs with video previews, stock footage libraries, motion graphics templates, video courses, and behind-the-scenes content.
Requirements
- Be a registered seller on 3DIMLI.
- Host your video content on YouTube or Vimeo.
- Provide high-quality preview images or use a video as your main product thumbnail.
- Add clear descriptions about video content, resolution, duration, and format.
Upload a new Video Product
To upload, sign in as a seller and open: Seller Product Creation.
Create a Video Product
- Open your seller dashboard: Seller Product Creation.
- On "Choose Product Type", select "Video" and click "Continue".
Form Fields Summary
General
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Title | Yes | Text | Clear, descriptive video title. | 0-60 chars |
| Description | Yes | Textarea | Video content summary, what viewers will learn or get, and any requirements. | 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 (course platform, portfolio). | 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 |
License Details
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restrictions | No | Textarea | Note allowed uses and any restrictions | - |
Additional Details
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Custom Attributes | No | Key-value pairs | Add up to 10 custom attributes (e.g., Format, Resolution, Duration, File Size). | Up to 10 attributes |
| Tags | No | Tags | Add relevant keywords for search. | - |
Suggested attributes for Video:
| Attribute | Example Values |
|---|---|
| Format | MP4, MOV, WebM |
| Resolution | 4K, 1080p |
| Duration | 60 minutes |
| File Size | 2 GB |
Media & Files
| Field | Required | Type | Description | Constraints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Videos | Yes | URL | Paste YouTube or Vimeo URLs to add videos to your product. | YouTube/Vimeo only • Up to 8 videos |
| Product Images | No | File upload | Cover art, thumbnails, and preview images. | JPG/PNG/WebP • Max 2MB each • Up to 16 media (images + videos combined) |
| Main Media Type | No | Toggle | Choose whether an image or a video serves as the main product thumbnail. | Image or Video |
Video as Main Thumbnail
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 Submit for review.
What You Can Sell
| Video Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Tutorials | Software tutorials, how-to guides, walkthroughs |
| Courses | Multi-part educational series, training programs |
| Stock Footage | B-roll, drone footage, nature clips, cityscapes |
| Motion Graphics | Animated intros, lower thirds, transitions |
| Animations | 2D/3D animations, character animations, explainers |
Files Checklist
- Host your video content on YouTube or Vimeo
- Ensure videos are set to the appropriate privacy/visibility settings
- Provide clear thumbnails or preview images
- Specify video resolution, duration, and format in attributes
- Include descriptions of what viewers will learn or receive
- Add relevant tags for discoverability
Licensing Tips
- Standard License: Personal and commercial use, no redistribution
- Commercial Redistribution: For videos that can be used in products for resale
- Editorial Use Only: For educational or non-commercial contexts
- CC BY 4.0: Open use with attribution required
Usage Rights
Clearly state in your description whether buyers can use the video in commercial projects, edit the footage, or redistribute it. This helps avoid disputes and sets clear expectations.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Video not loading | Ensure the YouTube/Vimeo URL is correct and the video is publicly accessible or unlisted |
| Thumbnail not showing | Use a YouTube video as main media; Vimeo doesn't support autoplay thumbnails |
| Low search visibility | Add relevant tags including video type, subject, resolution, and use case keywords |
| Video embed broken | Check that the video hasn't been deleted or set to private on the hosting platform |
Quick Checklist
- Title, description, and category are set
- License type is selected and priced appropriately
- Tags include video type, subject, and resolution
- At least one video is added via YouTube or Vimeo URL
- Preview images or video thumbnail is set
- Video details (format, resolution, duration) are specified in attributes
- 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
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