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Onshape

Onshape is a CAD platform that offers a free tier for non-commercial hobbyists with public document access, while commercial use and private storage require a paid subscription.

License for CommercialFree for non-commercial use; paid subscription required for commercial work

What it does

Onshape is a cloud-native product development platform that integrates CAD, data management, and collaboration tools.

Who it may suit

Non-commercial hobbyists who are comfortable with public document access, and commercial users who require private storage and professional features through a paid subscription.

Free tier and license

A free tier is available for non-commercial hobbyists.

Limitations to check

The free tier for non-commercial hobbyists comes with public document access. Commercial use and private storage require a paid subscription.

Licensing notes

Free for non-commercial hobbyist use with public document access. A paid subscription is required for commercial use and private storage.

Verification details

Last licensing verification recorded: 2026-10-28.

Directory record last updated: 2026-10-04. These are separate dates: a record update does not necessarily mean the publisher's terms changed.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Onshape free for all users?

Onshape offers a free tier specifically for non-commercial hobbyists, but commercial use requires a paid subscription.

What are the limitations of the free tier?

The free tier for non-commercial hobbyists includes public document access. Private storage and commercial use are part of the paid subscription.

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