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Removing copied designs from Printables.com

IP Moat helps monitor for and remove copied designs from online marketplaces and 3D printing sites such as Printables.

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About Printables

Printables is a popular, community-driven online database where users can discover, download, and share digital files for 3D printing. Originally launched as PrusaPrinters by the well-known 3D printer manufacturer Prusa Research, the platform is open to all 3D printing enthusiasts regardless of the brand of printer they own.

Design takedowns

Reporting infringing Printables designs

IP Moat helps businesses and creators protect their intellectual property on Printables by identifying and reporting listings that infringe on trademarks, copyrights, design rights, and other protected assets.

Through advanced monitoring technology, we proactively detect unauthorised 3D models, copied designs, counterfeit products, and misuse of your brand across the platform. Our team is experienced in navigating Printables’ intellectual property enforcement procedures, enabling us to prepare and submit detailed, evidence-based infringement notices that support fast and effective removal action.

By handling the takedown process on your behalf, IP Moat helps preserve the value of your designs, protect your brand reputation, and reduce the impact of unauthorised sharing or commercial use within the growing 3D printing community.

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Is Printables a scam?

No, Printables itself is not a scam, but it’s important to be cautious since it allows third-parties to list their designs, leading to varying authenticity and potential damage to the designer or brand of the original product.

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Printables DMCA report

Filing DMCA requests on Printables

As platforms hosting user-generated content, 3D printing sites such as Printables usually adopt a "Safe Harbor" status, meaning they must follow a Notice-and-Takedown process to remove copyrighted files when notified by the intellectual property owner.

IP Moat makes filing takedown requests, for designs, copyright, patent and trademark infringement easy.

Printables Infringements

What to do if you find Printables counterfeits?

If you find unauthorised copies of your designs on Printables, you can report them directly to the Printables platform. While this is an option, the process can be time-consuming, and the responses you receive may vary.

For a more efficient solution, consider using a brand protection platform such as IP Moat. We specialise in identifying and removing counterfeit listings, and copied designs, with plans starting from just $105 for 40 removals.

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Sign up for a free scan of your brand and designs today and see how easy it is to start defending against copied images, designs and trademarks on sites such as Printables.

Frequently asked questions

Printables Takedown FAQ

Yes, Printables and all other 3D printing sites accept removal requests based on design registrations.

Yes, all major sites including Printables accept takedown requests based on trademarks.

Yes, Printables and other 3D printing sites around the globe accept takedown requests based on copyright. This also covers your photography.

Check out the Copyright Vault for securing your photography and evidence gathering for takedowns.

The jurisdiction for removing listings is based on the country the item is distributed to. For example if you are based in the USA and have a US trademark then items bearing your trademark should not ship to the US from other countries and therefore the site should remove the listing/trademark on your request. If you want to discuss this in more detail then get in touch.

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