Watermark Protection for Product Previews
Protect your product previews so buyers can inspect before purchase without unauthorized copying.
3DIMLI applies watermarks to public-facing preview content. Buyers see a protected preview before purchase. After purchase, they receive the clean, original downloadable files you uploaded.
Which Previews Are Watermarked?
| Preview Type | Watermark Coverage | Best Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Images | Main image, gallery, and preview images | Upload preview-quality images, not original source files |
| Audio | Partial support; varies by setup | Upload short sample clips — not the full track |
| Video | Platform-dependent (if externally embedded) | Use trailers or short clips with a logo or watermark |
What Watermarks Look Like
Watermarks are applied to make preview content harder to reuse without permission. They may appear as:
- A repeated watermark pattern across the image
- A semi-transparent overlay
- A platform or brand mark
The exact appearance varies by preview type and product display area.
Customizing or Disabling Watermarks
Watermark styling options may be limited depending on your account settings.
If customization is available, options may include:
- Enabling or disabling preview protection per media item
- Choosing which media is shown publicly
- Replacing full previews with shorter sample files
- Uploading your own preview files with a custom logo before uploading
Only disable preview protection if you are comfortable showing that preview publicly without a watermark. Disabling it makes preview content easier to copy or reuse without permission.
Before and After Purchase
| Stage | What Buyers See |
|---|---|
| Before purchase | Watermarked preview content |
| After purchase | Clean downloadable files from the product package |
Always upload clean final files as downloadable product files. Keep preview images separate from your actual delivery graphics — do not use the same file for both.
Best Practices
| Do | Why |
|---|---|
| Use separate preview and delivery files | Prevents exposing final assets publicly before purchase |
| Use short clips for audio and video | Gives buyers enough context without the full product |
| Add your own logo or watermark inside videos | Extra layer of protection independent of platform watermarking |
| Check your product page before publishing | Catch any unintentional file exposure early |
Related
- Pricing Options: Set prices per license for your products
- Advanced Settings: Additional product configuration options
- What Triggers Admin Review: When product changes go to review
- License Policy: Full details on usage rights and buyer permissions