How the Marketplace Works
Sell your parametric OpenSCAD models to thousands of makers worldwide. You set the price. We handle everything else.
Upload Your .scad Library
Paste your OpenSCAD code or upload a .scad file. Add a name, description, and category so buyers can find it.
Set Your Price
Choose Free or set any price from $0.99 to $99.99. Bundles, collections, and tiered pricing coming soon.
We Review & Publish
Our team reviews your model within 24 hours to ensure quality. Once approved it's live in the marketplace.
Buyers Purchase & Download
Buyers pay securely via Stripe. They get instant access to your model and can customize it with full parameters.
You Earn 70%
We pay out 70% of every sale directly to your Stripe account, monthly. No minimums.
Earnings Calculator
| Your Price | 10 sales / mo | 100 sales / mo | 1 000 sales / mo |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1.99 | $13.93 | $139.30 | $1,393 |
| $4.99 | $34.93 | $349.30 | $3,493 |
| $9.99 | $69.93 | $699.30 | $6,993 |
| $24.99 | $174.93 | $1,749.30 | $17,493 |
| All figures show your 70% earnings after the 30% platform fee. | |||
Stripe Payments
Industry-standard secure payment processing. Creator payouts every 30 days.
Quality Review
Every model is reviewed by our team before going live to ensure quality.
Growing Community
Thousands of makers browse the marketplace every day looking for models.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns the model after I publish it?
You do. You retain full copyright. You only grant lowCAD a license to distribute it to buyers.
Can I offer a free and paid version?
Yes — you can publish multiple listings. A free "lite" version and a paid "pro" version is a popular strategy.
How do I get paid?
Connect your Stripe account in your creator dashboard. Payouts are processed automatically on the 1st of each month.
Can I change my price after publishing?
Yes, at any time from your creator dashboard. New price applies to new purchases immediately.
What file formats are supported?
OpenSCAD (.scad) files only. The platform uses OpenSCAD to render previews and export STL/OBJ on demand.
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Takes less than 5 minutes to publish your first model.
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