Digital art copyright checklist for 3D creators
A digital art copyright checklist helps 3D creators prepare evidence before a file is uploaded, licensed, sold or sent to a client.
Run this before a model goes public
The checklist is short enough to reuse for every meaningful asset.
Save source and export files
Keep the .blend file, final export, previews and delivery files in a dated folder.
Record authorship notes
Add creator name, date, asset context, client context and version notes.
Keep visual proof
Save preview renders, texture sources, screenshots and any certificate or registration reference.
Set sharing terms
Decide what buyers, clients or viewers are allowed to do with the model before you upload it.
Archive public listings
Save marketplace descriptions, prices, license text, categories and screenshots after publishing.
Prepare a takedown folder
Keep suspected-copy URLs, dates, screenshots and your own source evidence together.
When to go deeper
Some assets need more than a lightweight checklist.
High commercial value
Consider formal registration or professional advice when an asset has licensing, client or product value.
AI-assisted work
Keep notes that separate human choices, AI outputs, editing and final authorship decisions.
Client delivery
Save briefs, approvals, invoices and final delivery terms with the source files.
Helpful live guides
Use these existing posts when a checklist item needs detail.
Need the longer explanation?
The workflow page shows how the checklist fits with Blender, certificates and public sharing.